DWUI
Drunken driving is one of the most serious traffic-related offenses in the United States, and the consequences of a conviction can be life-altering. A DUI, OWI, or DWI charge is not treated like an ordinary traffic ticket—it is a criminal offense that can carry severe penalties, long-term license consequences, and lasting damage to a person’s record and reputation. In more than half of U.S. states, expunction or record restriction is not permitted for DUI convictions, meaning the charge can follow an individual for life and continue to affect employment, insurance rates, professional licensing, and housing opportunities. DWUI The national approach to DUI enforcement has also become significantly tougher in recent years. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), between 2020 and 2021 there was a 14% increase in traffic fatalities involving at least one impaired driver. In response, lawmakers, prosecutors, and courts across the country have adopted a h...