Frequently Asked Questions in Missouri DWI/DUI Cases
Will I be able to get my case dismissed because I was not read my rights?
Probably not. But if you were interrogated after being placed in custody, your statements can not be used against you.
Will I go to jail, if convicted?
An experienced attorney may be able to keep you out.
I had two alcohol offenses when I was younger. What will happen to my license if I have a third conviction?
Any two convictions for driving while intoxicated in a five-year period will cause a license to be revoked for five years, and any combination of three of more convictions for DUI, DWI or BAC (operating a motor vehicle with excessive blood alcohol content or more) within a life time will cause a license to be revoked for a minimum of 10 years.
I have three serious offenses within seven years, what will become of my license?
It will be automatically revoked for five years.
How many hours of alcohol classes will I have to take?
In order to get your license back in Missouri, should you accept a plea or be convicted, on any alcohol-related contact involving a vehicle, you will have to complete a S.A.T.O.P. (Substance Abuse Traffic Offender Program), evaluation, attend a M.A.D.D. (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) Victim Impact Panel, pay a reinstatement fee to the Missouri Driver's License Bureau, and file and maintain proof of financial responsibility (SR-22 insurance) for two years from the suspension or revocation date. The penalties in Missouri rapidly escalate for charges subsequent to a first violation.
What will happen if I do not complete the classes or public service ordered by the Court?
You will go to jail.
I lost my STATE license. May I obtain a license in another state.
In most cases, no.
If I obtain an international driver's license, may I drive in STATE, even though my STATE license is revoked?
No.
Am I a bad person, because I was arrested for DWI?
No, but you are well advised never, never smell like alcohol while behind the wheel.
What if I burped within fifteen minutes prior to blowing?
The breath machine may have read alcohol from your stomach rather than your lungs. The result may be incorrect. A similar problem occurs with dentures.
J. Matthew Guilfoil, Missouri DUI / DWI / BAC Lawyer, Kenney, Shepherd & Guilfoil, L.L.C. Toll Free Number (866) DWI-MATT. EMAIL: info@ksg-law.com
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