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If You Have Been Charged with Driving while Intoxicated, Your Case Can Be Won!
Win Your Kansas City DWI Case
You have probably often heard winning a DWI case is impossible. You sometimes hear you will lose your license at a minimum, but that is not accurate. There are many myths surrounding DWI charges. Unfortunately, attorneys often spread these kinds of rumors. To be completely accurate, there are many things that you can do to save your license and you can definitely win a DWI case. We don’t perpetuate this myth at Hollingshead & Dudley. We want you to understand that your case is not hopeless. Our knowledgeable lawyers have successfully defended countless clients in complex Missouri DWI cases. We have handled cases with breath test cases, DWI cases involving drugs, cases involving blood tests, and many other DWI cases. With our years of experience, we have found it possible to win the case, get charges reduced, or even avoid trials altogether by providing clients with aggressive representation.
If you are facing DWI charges in Kansas City, call the experienced Missouri DWI attorneys at Hollingshead and Dudley today for your free DWI case consultation.
To be successful in defending your DWI case, you need to get an experienced DWI attorney. The lawyers at Hollingshead & Dudley are aware of the importance of case preparation. When you hire us to represent you for your DWI charges, you can count on our attorneys using years of experience to address your case’s particular circumstances. As National College for DUI Defense members, our attorneys have access to advanced training in the DWI and DUI testing procedures, such as Missouri’s primary blood testing process – gas chromatography, breath testing, and sobriety testing. Successfully having represented hundreds of DWI clients, our lawyers are extensively educated about Missouri DWI, and we have even helped other attorneys learn more about DWI charges.
DWI Punishment and Penalties in Missouri
If you have been charged with DUI or DWI, you should know you are facing a serious Missouri criminal charge. You can face harsh penalties, so you need to consult with an experienced attorney to represent you in fighting these accusations and charges. Adhering to the time frame is imperative for the success of your case. After you have been arrested and charged, Missouri law gives you only 15 days to properly file your request for the return of your license. You must act now to proceed with the case in your best interest.
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Missouri Penalties for Refusing to Submit to a Chemical or Breath Test
- First time refusal can result in a one year revocation of your license.
Missouri Penalties for DWI First Offense
If you are convicted for DWI in Missouri, you are facing a misdemeanor of the Class B level. There are different penalties you might face, including:
- Fine of as much as $1000, 6 months of jail time, or some variation including both.
- Probation is a minimum of 2 years.
Punishment/Penalties for DWI Second Offense
If you are convicted of DWI after a previous conviction during the last five years, you are facing a Class A misdemeanor. You might face the following penalties:
- A fine up to $2,000, up to one-year in jail, or a variation of both.
- Not eligible for probation or parole until 10 days in jail have been served or 30 days of community service are performed.
- Probation is a minimum of 2 years.
Penalties and Punishment for DWI Third Offense
If you are convicted a third time of drunk driving, you will be classified as a persistent offender and you will be facing a Class E felony. These penalties are more severe and include:
- As much as $10,000 fine, 4 years in prison, or a variation of the two.
- Not eligible for probation or parole until a minimum of 30 days in jail have been served or 60 days of community service performed.
- Driver license revocation for 10 years.
Penalties and Punishment for DWI Fourth Offense
If convicted of your fourth drunk driving charge in your lifetime, you will be classified as an aggravated offender. The fourth offense is a Class D felony, the penalties can be:
- A fine of up to $10,000, 7 years in prison, or a variation of those two.
- Not eligible for probation or parole until at least 60 days in jail have been served.
Penalties and Punishment for DWI Fifth Offense
Your fifth drunk driving conviction will classify you as a chronic offender and is a Class C felony in Missouri. That has strict penalties that include:
- 3-10 years in prison and/or $10,000 fine.
- Not eligible for probation or parole until at least 2 years in prison have been served.
Penalties and Punishment for DWI Sixth Offense
Your sixth drunk driving conviction will classify you as a habitual offender and is a Class B felony in Missouri. That has strict penalties that include:
- 5-15 years in prison.
- Not eligible for probation or parole until at least 2 years in prison have been served.
If you have been charged with DWI in Kansas City, Missouri, you are expected to be anxious and nervous about your charges. Now is the time for you to contact Hollingshead & Dudley to schedule a free initial case consultation. Time is of the essence, so call us today so you can ensure your rights are protected. We will put our experience and training to work for you and aggressively fight your DWI charges in Kansas City, Missouri.
