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OWI / Drunk Driving

La Crosse, Wisconsin, OWI and Drunk Driving Defense

When arrested for an OWI, you know your rights are at stake. You may lose your right to drive, be forced to spend time in jail, or even lose your job. At Hale, Skemp, Hanson, Skemp & Sleik, we know how an OWI charge can deeply impact your life. We will take every necessary action to protect your rights and minimize penalties in your case. We will always pursue every available defense and defeat your charges completely when possible.

Our criminal defense team offers experienced, strategic, and result-driven advocacy to minimize penalties and defeat OWI charges. Contact us for an immediate consultation or case evaluation.

Experienced Wisconsin OWI defense

Anyone who has lived or visited Wisconsin knows that drinking is part of the culture. Whether you were at a college party, attending a football game, or at a local bar, drinking is a common activity when spending time with friends and family. Unfortunately, penalties for OWI can be stiff, even if you are only slightly over the legal limit. Our attorneys will guide you through the legal process and inform you of all your options in minimizing penalties or to defeat an OWI charge.

Our OWI defense attorneys are experienced at representing clients in every aspect of an OWI case, including:

  • Administrative hearings/licensing: Whether you were charged with an OWI in Wisconsin or charged out of state, you risk suspension or license revocation with any OWI charge. Professional drivers will lose their CDL license for one year with an OWI conviction. We can protect your rights and your license. You generally have 10 days after the arrest to request an administrative hearing: Call us toll-free at 888-899-5461 to protect your rights.
  • Breathalyzer/breath tests: Breath tests and blood tests seek to establish your blood alcohol concentration (BAC). These tests must be properly administered and calibrated to be used in court. We will challenge any evidence that has been unlawfully or improperly obtained.
  • Unlawful traffic stops: An officer must have probable cause to stop you. If you were unlawfully stopped and charged with an OWI, we will challenge the evidence presented against you.
  • First-time DUI: First time offenders usually will not face jail time, but may face license suspension and large fines. Our attorneys will seek to defeat your charge to prevent a hike in your insurance premiums or seek to clear your record if you have a minimal BAC.
  • Under 21 offenders: There is zero tolerance for offender under the age of 21. You will face license suspension for any alcohol in your system. We can protect your rights and your license.

Contact Hale, Skemp, Hanson, Skemp & Sleik to speak directly with an experienced La Crosse, Wisconsin lawyer. Our law firm has extensive knowledge and experience, and is dedicated to protecting our client’s rights. Call us toll-free at 888-899-5461.