DWI laws and pending legislation have proliferated in recent years. The states that were always known as the proverbial bad states to be arrested for DWI can no longer be counted on one hand. In fact, the majority of the country has enacted sweeping reform as their respective responses to increased political pressure surrounding drunk driving. Hiring an experienced DWI attorney has never been more important to your financial and mental well being.

Legislators from Portland, Maine to Portland, Oregon have put forth Bills that at illustrate how few rights an individual who is accused of DWI actually has. This reform is fueled in part by activist groups like MADD and SADD who make it clear that they have the political clout and resources to ensure pain for any politician who opposes their agenda.

Most states now have adopted the .08 blood alcohol threshold. However, there are many scenarios which entail an even lower threshold. These instances can Include motorists who have prior convictions in certain states. If the motorist has a minor in the car the limit could be as low as .05 BAC. Those who drive commercially for a living with a CDL license are subjected to even stricter limits. Continue reading “Dwi laws made clear” »