Drunk Driving (DUI / DWI)
Columbia Missouri DWI Defense Attorneys
Make no mistake – drunk driving charges are serious. Punishments can range from a fine to significant prison time for those with prior convictions. In order to minimize the likelihood of additional financial and legal complications associated with DUI, it's important to speak to an experienced DWI lawyer before entering a plea of "guilty." We will evaluate your options, given your driving record, and do what we can to reduce the charges or penalties against you. Our office also has the investigative resources needed to test breathalyzers to see if they were calibrated properly, as well as challenge any blood tests that might have been conducted.
At Stan Clay, L.C.C., Attorneys at Law, our central Missouri DWI lawyers aggressively defend people who have been accused of a DWI. Our lawyers know how to investigate cases for any violations of police procedure or mishandling of evidence. Anyone genuinely needing a lawyer can meet with us for a free initial consultation.
About Drunk Driving Charges in Missouri
In Missouri, drunk driving charges are technically known as Driving While Intoxicated (DWI). Drunk driving crimes are also sometimes called Driving under the Influence (DUI).
No matter what you call them, the punishments for DWI charges can very widely. A first offense can be a class B misdemeanor, which is the second highest level of misdemeanors. It will usually result in a fine and a suspended jail sentence or a suspended license.
Other DWI charges are much more serious. If you have priors, you can face serious prison time after an additional drunk driving conviction. If serious injuries or death are involved, you could charged with a felony assault or homicide, depending on what occurred.
The Lawyer You Choose Is Crucial
Of course, the drunk driving lawyer you choose can have a great influence on the punishments you suffer. If you choose a DWI lawyer from a large law firm that cycles through hundreds of case a year, you may get very little attention and a see your case settled as easily as possible, regardless of whether a better resolution is possible.
If you choose a DWI lawyer from Stan Clay, L.C.C., Attorneys at Law, your case will receive personalized attention and care. We will do our best to minimize the penalties you face.
Contact Our Attorneys
We have represented numerous clients in DWI cases. Our attorneys understand the law and know how to interact with prosecutors and judges in exploring alternatives to jail time and expensive penalties. For more information, contact the law office of Stan Clay, L.C.C. today so we can start preparing your case and help you hopefully keep your license.
We offer free initial consultations to people needing a central Missouri DWI lawyer. Contact Stan Clay, L.C.C., Attorneys at Law right away. From law offices in Columbia, Missouri, we help people in Fulton, Jefferson City, Mexico, Moberly, Fayette, Boonville, Boone County, Cole County, Callaway County, Randolph County, Audrain County, Howard County, and other areas of central Missouri.
