The crime of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated in Louisiana is when the driver of any vehicle or watercraft with a blood alcohol level of .08 or above. It is also a crime to operate a vehicle or watercraft under the influence of Schedule I,II,IV,or V drugs.
So what does that mean? Well….it depends. After you are arrested for a DWI/DUI many things are considered. Was this your first DWI? What is your criminal record like? Did you blow in the breath test machine? If so,did you blow more than a .15? If so,if you are convicted you may have to serve 48 hours in jail.
As you can see,the DWI laws of Louisiana are extremely complicated and the penalties increase with the amount of alcohol in the bloodstream and the amount of DWI’s that the offender has previously been convicted of.
A second offense DWI carries mandatory jail time if convicted. A third offense DWI carries a mandatory one year in prison without the benefit of probation,parole,or suspension of the sentence;basically that means you have to serve a year if convicted of a third DWI.
As you can see the DWI laws in Louisiana are harsh and unforgiving. Many times a DWI will remain on your record for certain jobs and licensing tests even if it is later expunged.
There are many things that can be done to prevent a conviction for DWI. Attorney Paul Scott has experience defending those who are accused of Driving While Intoxicated in Louisiana. Paul Scott will review the probable cause for the initial stop. If there is no probable cause,usually a motion to suppress the chemical tests and field sobriety tests can be filed. If the case cannot be negotiated,reduced,or dismissed then Paul Scott will be prepared to represent you in a trial. He will aggressively defend you and protect your future.
Attorney Paul Scott understands that it is your future at stake. He will be by your side and protect your interests. Contact Attorney Paul Scott today if you or a loved one needs aggressive representation in a DWI matter.