At Nicholson Goetz & Otis, S.C., we represent people in Madison, Wisconsin and throughout the surrounding areas who have been arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Our law firm is dedicated to achieving the best possible results for people facing OWI/DUI/DWIs in Wisconsin.
Jail time, fines, and a criminal record are Wisconsin’s most common criminal penalties associated with an OWI conviction. However, the criminal penalties are only the beginning of the consequences you face if convicted of OWI. The administrative penalties and collateral consequences can wreak havoc on your life long after you have fulfilled the terms of your sentence.At Nicholson Goetz & Otis, S.C., we represent people in Madison and surrounding areas who have been arrested for drunk driving.
Our dedicated team of OWI lawyers and DUI attorneys will fight to limit your exposure to the collateral consequences of an OWI conviction and resolve the underlying criminal and administrative issues.
We do this by thoroughly exploring all the facts and laws that could affect your case. We begin with the traffic stop, determining whether the officer had a reasonable articulable suspicion to pull over your vehicle. We then look at your conversation with the officer, the field sobriety tests and breath tests administered. When we find problems with the way your case was handled, we use them to strengthen your case. We can answer all your questions about drunk driving in Wisconsin, such as:
In Wisconsin, Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) offenses range from misdemeanors, to gross misdemeanors, to felonies in the most severe cases. Needless to say, drunk driving is no laughing matter. An OWI brings both criminal penalties (such as jail time and fines) and civil penalties (like suspension or revocation of your driver’s license). On top of that, the legal process is quite complicated for someone without a law degree and experience.
You have no doubt heard it before, but it is truly in your best interest to hire a criminal defense lawyer if you are charged with an OWI, whether this is your first OWI or if you have had the misfortune of being charged for drunk driving prior to your current case.
Here are four specific ways a Wisconsin criminal attorney can help defend your OWI charge:
These are just four ways a defense lawyer can help if you’re charged with drunk driving. If you are facing OWI charges, reach out to a skilled OWI lawyer now to discuss your case.
It is almost never a good idea to talk with the police without a lawyer present — even if you believe that you have nothing to lose. If the police would like to speak with you or if you know that you’re being investigated, contact a criminal defense attorney at our Madison, Wisconsin law firm immediately.
In a OWI or DUI situation, many people wonder about making the right decisions. If you skip the breath test, you could lose your right to drive (at least temporarily), but blowing a high number can have more serious consequences and damage a potential DUI defense. Talk with a DUI lawyer about what is right for you.
When choosing between DUI lawyers to handle your case, look for someone with years of proven experience. Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Ask how many cases your attorney has handled, how many went to trial and what the results were.
Prosecutors begin work immediately after a DWI arrest, so it is critical that you begin work immediately too. Don’t waste time sitting around and worrying about your arrest. Talk with a Wisconsin DUI lawyer.
There are many consequences to a Wisconsin OWI offense. In addition to the criminal penalties such as jail time and fines, you may have your driver’s license automatically suspended after an OWI arrest.
Nobody expects to find themselves accused of drunk driving, but many otherwise upstanding citizens are wrongly accused or make mistakes. Talk with a Madison, Wisconsin OWI attorney about the charges you face. Call Nicholson Goetz & Otis, S.C., at 608-471-5003 or contact us online for a free 30-minute initial and confidential consultation about your situation.
Learn more about how we can put this experience to work for you. Call 608-237-6854 or contact us online for a free 30 minute initial consultation about your criminal defense or family law case at our office in the heart of downtown Madison. We also offer off-site, weekend and evening appointments upon request.