This weekend’s Operation Drive Sober Initiative in Milwaukee resulted in the arrest of nine drivers suspected of Wisconsin OWI.
The average preliminary test result was .17 blood alcohol concentration. The legal limit in Wisconsin is 0.08 BAC.
Most of the drivers were first time offendors with a BAC below 0.15% who will be looking at a fine between $150 and $300, a 6-9 month suspension of driving privileges, and most likely, increased insurance costs.
Getting a first DUI in Wisconsin may also include a drug and alcohol assessment and the successful completion of a traffic safety course (DUI class) at the driver’s expense.
Unfortunately, one driver among the group was arrested for DUI-3rd Offense and will be subject to even greater consequences which may include incarceration, hefty fines, and an extended loss of license.
Contact a Wisconsin OWI Arrest Lawyer
If you or a family member has been arrested for Wisconsin OWI, contact the criminal defense attorneys of Andrew C. Ladd LLC for help today. Whether it is a first time offense or a subsequent incident, it is important to work with an experienced OWI arrest lawyer who may be able to reduce your charges or have them dismissed outright to minimize the impact on your future. Call today for a free consultation at 262-542-3900.
