Missouri DWI Attorney
Defense for DWI Charges in Kansas City
Per Missouri DWI law - R.S.Mo. 577.010, "A person commits the crime
of driving while intoxicated if he operates a motor vehicle while in an
intoxicated or drugged condition". If you have been caught in the
net of the criminal justice system in Missouri, you need to know what
penalties you could be facing, and how to go about defending against the
charges against you.
Kansas City DWI Lawyer Steve Schanker is prepared to review your case at once.
First Offense: Class B misdemeanor.
- JAIL: Up to a maximum of 6 months imprisonment
- FINE: Up to $500.00
- PROBATION: Two years with conditions to complete the SATOP program (substance
abuse evaluation and education/treatment), obey all laws, and in some
jurisdictions to perform community service hours, attend a Mothers Against
Drunk Driving Victim Panel, and not possess or consume alcohol subject
to random testing.
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SUSPENSION OF DRIVING PRIVILEGES: 30 day suspension of driving privileges
followed by a 60 day restricted driving period, or 90 days
ignition interlock restricted privileges.
Second Offense: Class A misdemeanor.
- JAIL: Up to a maximum of one year imprisonment (must serve at least 10
days in jail if the prior offense was within 5 years).
- FINE: Up to $1,000.00
- PROBATION: Two years with similar conditions as above except that probation
will not be granted until at least 2 days jail time is served.
- REVOCATION OF DRIVING PRIVILEGES: A one year revocation depending on the
date of the prior occurrence and ignition interlock (5 year denial of
driver's license if a second conviction within 5 years).
Third or Subsequent Offense: Felony.
- JAIL: Up to fifteen years in prison (must serve at least 30 days to 2 years
depending on the number of prior offenses).
- FINE: Up to $5,000.00
- PROBATION: At a minimum, a defendant will have to serve 10 days in jail,
however, months in jail are more likely to be demanded before being released
on probation for 2 to 5 years.
- REVOCATION OF DRIVING PRIVILEGES: 10 year denial.
If you have been arrested for driving with a very high
blood alcohol content, the penalties and risks can be even higher. If you act fast to hire an
aggressive
Kansas City DWI attorney, you may be able to avoid these penalties. It is vital that you take defensive
measures now, not only to prevent the immediate consequences of a guilty
conviction, but to protect your future. Many people found guilty of drunk
driving will have trouble getting quality employment after a conviction.
Winning a DWI case depends on the evidence, and if it can be proven that
the arresting officer violated your rights with an
unlawful police stop or made a mistake in the
breath and blood test or
field sobriety test, you may be able to have the charges dropped.
Looking for a Lawyer for DWI case in Kansas City?
Attorney Steve Schanker is licensed to practice law in both Missouri and
Kansas and has defended numerous clients on DWI charges over the past
20 years. He has an excellent reputation in the local courts and is proud
of his winning record. When you come to his office he will take time to
answer all your questions and determine what will be the best strategy
for your case.
He is prepared to fight your charges in court but is also capable of negotiating
a fair plea bargain if you want to focus on limiting the damage and possibly
avoid a conviction.
Missouri DWI penalties can have a profound impact on your family and professional life and Attorney
Schanker can give you the winning edge.
Contact a Kansas City DWI attorney City DWI attorney when you face charges for DWI and need an aggressive
defense lawyer.