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Experienced OWI attorneys in the Butler area can help residents defend their rights during OWI proceedings. If convicted of an OWI, the penalties could include a $150-$300 fine, in addition to a $435 surcharge, and license revocation for 6-9 months, among other possible outcomes. Contact our Butler OWI attorneys today and schedule a consult in our Brookfield office.
Reducing or dropping Butler OWI criminal charges
1st drunk driving penalties in WI can include extreme fines, jail time, loss of drivers’ license and restricted rights which can have harmful, long-term consequences on your future. Fee to plea lawyers don’t get it:
You Are Only Guilty If You Are Convicted®
Grieve Law attorneys are known for creating the best possible defense when you’re facing criminal charges in Butler. Our attorneys have experience including:
- Reduced OWI charges
- Dropped OWI charges
- Underage OWI
- Marijuana OWI
- OWI with a Minor
- Prohibited Alcohol Concentration
1st Offense OWI Penalties
A first OWI offense in Butler, Wisconsin is a civil offense with severe penalties including a $150-$300 fine, a 6-9 month driver's license revocation, possible ignition interlock device installation, mandatory SR-22 insurance, an Alcohol and Other Drug Assessment and additional consequences such as travel restrictions, increased insurance rates and job loss.
2nd Offense OWI Penalties
A 2nd offense OWI in Butler, Wisconsin is a criminal charge with severe penalties including 5 days to 6 months in jail, $350-$1100 in fines plus a $435 driver improvement surcharge, a 12-18 month driver's license revocation, a 12-18 month ignition interlock device requirement, a $250 alcohol and drug assessment fee, a travel ban to Canada and issues traveling in the European Union and lifelong higher rates for SR22 high-risk auto insurance and other insurance types.
3rd Offense OWI Penalties
A 3rd OWI in Butler, Wisconsin is a criminal charge with severe penalties, including 45 days to 1 year in jail, $600-$2000 in fines plus a $435 driver improvement surcharge, a 2-3 year driver's license revocation, a 1-3 year ignition interlock device requirement, absolute sobriety for an occupational license, a legal BAC limit of .02 for life, travel restrictions to Canada and issues traveling in the European Union, and inclusion of all prior OWI offenses regardless of how long ago they occurred.
A 4th offense OWI in Butler, Wisconsin is a Class H felony with penalties of 60 days to 6 years in jail, up to $10,000 in fines, a 2-3 year license revocation, and a lifetime revocation if previously convicted within 15 years, while a 5th offense OWI is a Class G felony with a presumptive 18-month prison term, up to $25,000 in fines, similar license revocation conditions, and the same ignition interlock and absolute sobriety requirements.
Our OWI attorneys in Wisconsin will get you the best outcome with the strongest defense possible. Grieve Law attorneys use their knowledge of drunk driving and criminal law to provide exceptional legal counsel and unbeatable litigation.
Where to Go for Court: 12621 West Hampton Ave, Butler, WI 53007-1791
Police Department: 12621 West Hampton Ave, Butler, WI 53007-1791
Award-winning Butler criminal defense attorneys
No one plans for the expense of beating criminal charges. Grieve Law offers flexible payment options to help you afford our top criminal defense attorneys. Criminal charges can wreak havoc on your permanent record, having lasting consequences for your overall earning potential. Making an informed decision about who you choose as your criminal defense attorney is the best way to protect your future.
From citation to trial, our Butler criminal defense attorneys will guide you every step of the way. Grieve law attorneys will fight for your rights in court anywhere, especially:
Affordable Butler OWI attorneys win cases across Waukesha County
Laws and consequences vary by county. When you’re facing charges in Butler, you need a criminal defense attorney with Waukesha County experience.
Defending your right is Grieve Law’s number one concern. At our Waukesha criminal defense firm, we’ve helped clients save thousands of dollars in fines and penalties by reducing their charges. We also offer a free initial phone consultation for all new criminal charges in Waukesha County.
Contact the Butler OWI lawyers at Grieve Law for your free consultation.
In Butler, Wisconsin, how long does an OWI charge stay on your record?
Butler, Wisconsin, residents could face $1,000s in penalties for an OWI, which a Waukesha County attorney could help fight, but OWIs can be permanently listed on public records.
