Under 21 and charged with DWI?

Minneapolis DUI Attorney

You or your child be facing DWI charges under 21 and caught by law enforcement with an amount alcohol in their blood that registers at .02% BAC (blood alcohol concentration) or above while operating a motor vehicle. This zero tolerance policy enacted by state legislators can lead to DWI charges when the individual involved has consumed the smallest amount of alcohol. In fact, a .02% BAC potentially could register even without consuming any alcohol, due to the margin of error in breath testing devices. You will need the legal counsel and dedicated representation of a Minneapolis criminal defense lawyer who is experienced handling underage DWI cases if a charge against you has been filed.

Defending Underage Drivers in Minneapolis

There are consequences that an underage person will suffer from when they are arrested for DWI. These consequences affect not only their current life, but their future careers and opportunities as well. College applications and job applications usually require that you provide information about your criminal record. If you are attending college currently and are convicted of underage DWI, you may face severe penalties from the university. There is much to lose for young drivers who are faced with this situation. Having one’s driver’s license suspended, expensive fines, and an impounded vehicle and other punishments are part of what one could expect if convicted.

At Martin Law Office, the attorney can provide aggressive legal representation to those individuals who have been arrested for underage DWI. You have a lot to lose if you are convicted on such charges and an attorney is available to inform you of your rights and help you defend against the charges. The first and most critical step is to have your case evaluated. It may be possible to have the charges dismissed or reduced. The firm’s early involvement in the case can be helpful in seeking alternatives to conviction and penalties.

Contact a Minneapolis DWI defense lawyer at the firm today!