Knowledgeable DUI And DWI Lawyers Serving O’Fallon, St. Charles County, And The Surrounding Counties
When you’re accused of getting behind the wheel of a vehicle after consuming alcohol or drugs in Missouri you may be charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated, also known as DWI or sometimes DUI. DWI can be a serious misdemeanor or felony offense, depending on the circumstances of your charge, including how much alcohol or drugs you had in your body and whether someone was injured or killed because you drove while impaired.
Because of the potentially life-changing effects of a DWI/DUI conviction, it’s recommended that you seek help from an experienced Missouri defense lawyer if you or a family member has been charged. With nearly 40 years of combined experience, we are ready to fight for your rights.
It may be that there were flaws in the police officer’s observations or collection of evidence of your impairment that can be challenged in court. A Suddarth & Koor, LLC, attorney may be able to get your charge dismissed or your penalties reduced, depending on the circumstances of your case. Contact Suddarth & Koor, LLC today at 636-260-0132 for a free consultation about your options.
Located in O’Fallon, we take DWI and other traffic violation cases in St. Charles County and the surrounding counties.
DWI Defense
When you are arrested for a DWI, two separate issues must be resolved. The first is that your driver’s license may be suspended, and the second is that you will be prosecuted for a criminal offense. We will help you address both issues.
Various penalties can occur after a DWI such as, up to 12 months of jail time, monetary fines, license suspension and community service. Some of these penalties are more severe than others, but all can negatively affect your life and ability to work. Legal assistance is crucial during a DWI case, and we will help you during this tough time.
Suddarth & Koor, LLC will strive to limit the effect of your DWI on any future educational or employment possibilities.
In the sate of Missouri, DWI accidents are taken very seriously, and aggressive representation is needed. The statutory penalties for a DWI vary from jail time, probation, steep fines, license suspension, a substance abuse traffic offender program and other various revocations. These are just the consequences of the law, but there could be long-term consequences following a DWI conviction. You would have a criminal record, a license revoked, a sizable insurance rate increase, and more.
We will work to avoid the harsh ramifications of a DWI arrest. Our goal is to avoid a conviction altogether and avoid long-term fallout.
Contact Us Now For A Free DWI Defense Consultation
At Suddarth & Koor, LLC, we stand ready to help you if you are facing a DWI charge. Call 636-260-0132 or message us for a free consultation about your case.