St. Louis DWI Attorney
Multiple DWI Charges
If you have previously been convicted of
DWI, it is absolutely crucial that you take action now to defend your freedom.
You not only face the very real possibility of a lengthy
DWI license suspension, you could also end up with a sentence including stiff fines, community
service and time in prison. Having one mark on your record is harsh enough
already but having multiple convictions may be a red flag for many future
employers. It is important to fight a charge from the start to avoid the
long lasting affect that it can have on your social life, family and career.
Retaining legal representation as early as possible after your arrest is
crucial to maximizing your chances of a favorable outcome. Attorney Brent
Labovitz has spent his entire career as a
St. Louis criminal defense attorney, including practice at a respected firm in Chicago and for the Missouri
Public Defender's Office. He has an excellent track record, including
hundreds of successful case results for all types of misdemeanor and felony
charges, and is prepared to meet with you for a confidential consultation today.
Penalties for Multiple Convictions
A first time offense will lead to serious penalties, and these will increase
for a second time conviction. Regardless of the amount of time that has
occurred between the first and second conviction, an individual can face
a year revocation due to the accruement of points. When the second offense
takes place within five years, a license denial may be given for five
years. Once the five years are over, the circuit court in the county where
the incident occurred will need to be petitioned for an order of reinstatement
in order to gain back the ability to drive. This will include the need
to register for the Criminal History Check. Penalties can include up to
a year in jail, a fine of $1,000, the installation of an ignition interlock
device, and more.
When three or more offenses take place, license denial can remain for ten
years. Once the ten years are over the driver will also need to petition
the court for an order of reinstatement and register for the Criminal
History Check. Additional penalties for a third conviction can include
up to four years in jail, the installation of an ignition interlock device
and a fine of $5,000. You have only 15 days to request a DWI administrative
hearing from the Department of Revenue, to contest your license suspension.
After representing you at your hearing, your attorney will begin work
on a vigorous defense to help you avoid a criminal conviction. There are
ways to fight a DWI, no matter how bad the situation may appear. Gain
aggressive defense against your charges by getting in touch with the firm
immediately.