Arnold, MO DUI Lawyers

Working with our Arnold DUI lawyers can offer you the support necessary to potentially minimize or even dismiss the charges you are facing. Missing deadlines can lead to the suspension of your license. If you took the breathalyzer test, and more than 15 days have elapsed since the test, your license may be suspended for up to six months without action. If you chose to opt out of the test, your license will likely be suspended for up to one year within 30 days of your refusal.

You don’t have time to waste – contact our aggressive Arnold DUI attorney today for a free initial consultation, and let’s get to work. We are experienced in achieving the best outcomes for DUI cases, whether that means preserving your driving privileges or lessening the possible negative effects of the offense on your personal, professional, and employment life.

Range of Penalties for a Missouri DUI/DWI Conviction 

In Missouri, the range of punishment for driving under the influence, or DWI, depends on whether it is a first, second or third offense and whether it is classified as a felony or misdemeanor. Below is an outline of Missouri’s penalty for DWI for first to third offenses.

• Loss of License: Suspension lasting 30 days up to license revocation for 10 years
• Fines: From $500 all the way up to $5,000
• Confinement: Potential confinement ranging from six months to four years 
• Completion of Substance Abuse Traffic Offender Program (SATOP)
• Installation of the ignition interlock device (IID): It may be optional or mandatory, depending on circumstances
• Community Service: Mandatory for a minimum of 30 hours to 60 days

Sometimes aggravating factors such as a high blood alcohol concentration, seriously injuring or killing someone, or driving while suspended or revoked can lead to even more severe punishments in matters of DUI.

To get a more accurate picture of the penalties you could face, it is best to consult with our qualified Arnold DUI lawyers, who can assess your case and determine the most likely outcome based on the specific facts of your situation.

Common Defenses for DUI/DWI Charges

While there is no one-size-fits-all approach to DUI defense, each case offers a chance to mitigate or even completely refute the charges against you. Here are some common defenses that may apply in your case.

• Lack of Probable Cause: If the police stop your car in the absence of probable cause that you were driving under the influence, you may challenge the stop. Everything that happens after the stop could be excluded if it is determined that the stop was unlawful.
• Inaccurate Field Sobriety Tests: Field-sobriety tests such as the walk-and-turn or one-leg stand are extremely subjective, and often influenced by a variety of factors. We will challenge the validity of every one of these tests, at every stage.
• Defective Breathalyzer or Blood Test: Blood alcohol content can be measured using a breathalyzer test or a blood test. However, there is always a chance that such tests can be inaccurate. Potential defenses include arguments questioning the reliability of the testing equipment or its calibration.
• Rising Blood Alcohol Defense: Alcohol absorption takes a long time, and your BAC level may have increased after you stopped driving. Your BAC may have been below the legal limit if you had consumed liquor minutes or hours before.
• Medical Condition or Medications: A medical condition or medication could cause intoxication-like symptoms. It can be a defense to show that you were under the influence of a medical condition or medication that caused your field sobriety test or breathalyzer to give improper results. 
• Miranda Rights Violation: If you were not read your Miranda rights, any statements you made during the arrest cannot be used in court.
• And More

Winning Is What Our Arnold DUI Lawyers Do Best!

Our experienced Arnold DUI lawyers at Michael Reid Legal Solutions are ready to offer you the most effective defense strategies for your case. We are here to discuss your options, provide appropriate guidance and advice, and vigorously defend your rights in court. We not only have the experience and knowledge to defend DUI cases, but we also have intimate knowledge of the local courts, the prosecutor and the judges, giving us valuable insight into how to win your case. Allow us to assist you in clearing your name from these charges, and helping you get back to your normal life. Get in touch with us today for a complimentary case assessment and learn how we can help you.