In Wisconsin, Absolute Sobriety is also referred to as the “zero tolerance”, “strict sobriety” or “Not a Drop” law. It states that it is illegal for anyone under 21 years of age to drive a vehicle will any amount of alcohol in their system. Wisconsin law states that...
If law enforcement has a “reasonable suspicion” that you are driving while intoxicated, then they can pull you over. Examples of incidents that could lead to reasonable suspicion of intoxication include drifting between lanes or over the “fog” line, slow driving,...
Did you know that if you were not driving a car, you can still face an OWI charge in Wisconsin? Even if the car was not in motion, a person can still be convicted of drunk driving. This is because, in addition to driving a vehicle, Wisconsin law makes it illegal...
It is common knowledge that driving under the influence of alcohol can result in an OWI charge. However, many are not aware of Wisconsin laws regarding driving under the influence of marijuana. The Wisconsin Statutes outline a zero-tolerance stance on driving with...
For these purposes, a minor is considered an individual who is under the age of 16. A first-time OWI is typically a civil offense, carrying no jail if convicted. However, if a minor was in the vehicle while drunk driving, your charge will be elevated to a...
How much does an ignition interlock device cost? According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, these devices are not cheap. After adding up the cost of an average installation, monthly maintenance, and removal of the device, you will be looking at an annual...
