OWI & Drugs
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Operating a Motor Vehicle while Intoxicated (OWI) & Drugs Information
Similar to alcohol, Wisconsin prohibits driving under the influence of drugs and driving with any detectable amount of a controlled substance in a driver’s system. Even if validly prescribed a medication, it is illegal to drive if that medication is a controlled substance and it has impaired the person to the point that they cannot safely operate a motor vehicle.
What is a Restricted Controlled Substance?
There are several restricted controlled substances. Some examples of drugs that are restricted controlled substances include: cocaine, methamphetamine, prescription pain killers, Benzodiazepines, etc.
Wisconsin prohibits driving with any amount of a restricted controlled substance in a person’s system, so long as the person does not possess a valid prescription to use that substance. If a person drives with a controlled substance in their system, and does not possess a valid prescription, Wisconsin will consider the person guilty of OWI, regardless of whether they are impaired or not by the drug.
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Being criminally charged with operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) with drugs is a serious offense in Wisconsin and Illinois. Our Wisconsin law firm has extensive experience defending OWI with drug criminal charges for Wisconsin and Illinois residents. We understand the approach and how to secure best possible outcomes for our clients, while providing valuable guidance and legal representation. Choose a lawyer that advocates for your rights.
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