If you are charged with an OWI, you will likely be chemical tested. Visit the website linked below to learn about this type of OWI test, as well as others. http://www.slh.wisc.edu/forensic/traffic-safety/
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Follow the link below for a BAC measurement chart for both men and women. This chart can help you estimate whether your BAC is under the legal limit to drive or not. https://www.utoledo.edu/studentaffairs/counseling/selfhelp/substanceuse/bac.html
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The methods used for OWI testing can vary from state to state. Wisconsin uses a breathalyzer to determine an offenders blood alcohol concentration. If you or a loved one is being charged with OWI, contact our office today at (608) 216-7000 to see how we can assist you. https://wisconsindot.gov/Documents/safety/education/drunk-drv/08law.pdf
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Conviction on a fourth OWI within 15 of years of your latest offense will result in the permanent revocation of your license. You will also be barred from applying for an occupational license.
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Wisconsin is once again in the top 10 for driving while intoxicated. Source: https://www.waow.com/news/top-stories/report-finds-wisconsin-in-top-ten-of-most-duis/article_818fea94-222d-11ec-9008-f7456364bbb5.html
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Punishments increase with each subsequent OWI conviction. A Wisconsin Dells man was just sentenced to 7 years in prison for his 12th OWI. Source: https://www.lakegenevanews.net/news/local/crime-and-courts/wisconsin-dells-man-gets-7-years-in-prison-for-12th-owi/article_14a4be7f-43dd-5d78-a18d-945433c91cce.html
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You do not have to be driving a car in order to be charged with an OWI in Wisconsin. According to Wisconsin law, if you are “operating” a vehicle under the influence, then can be charged with an OWI. Sitting behind the wheel while your car is running is still considered “operating” a vehicle. If […]
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In Wisconsin, it is required to install an ignition interlock device in each vehicle you own in the following cases: If you repeat a subsequent OWI offense If you BAC was 0.15 or higher If you refuse chemical or breath testing An ignition interlock device is not cheap. When it comes to installation of the […]
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According to Wisconsin Act 100, an ignition interlock device is required following an OWI charge, if these circumstances are present: You are a repeat OWI offender If you are a first time OWI offender whose BAC was more than .15 percent If you refused to provide chemical testing In the event of the requirement of […]
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According to Wisconsin’s implied consent law, upon driving a vehicle, you automatically consent to chemical testing by law enforcement if they suspect you are driving under the influence. If you refuse these tests, you will suffer added penalties. Even if you fail such tests, there are multiple reasons to doubt their accuracy. The breath test machines […]
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