Drunk Driving

An operating while under the influence of alcohol or drugs (OWI) charge in Iowa is much like a driving while intoxicated (DWI) or driving under the influence (DUI) charge from another state. Someone accused of an OWI allegedly drove while alcohol diminished their...

Field sobriety tests (FSTs) are familiar to a lot of people from watching television police shows and dramas. They’re supposedly designed to help officers assess a suspected drunk driver’s sobriety or level of impairment. When drivers fail them, that usually quickly...

Accusations of operating while under the influence of alcohol or drugs (OWI) can come with serious consequences. Even for a first offense, if a charge becomes a conviction, you could face jail time and hefty financial penalties. Additional penalties can include...

There are two ways for a driver to get their license revoked in Iowa. They either fail a chemical test supervised by a police officer for suspected operating while intoxicated (OWI) or refuse to take the test. Whether a driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC) level hits...

There are various reasons a police officer can suspect you of drunk driving. An officer can pull you over for speeding, swerving or running a traffic light. If they have reason to believe you were operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or a chemical...

No one can grow up without making a few mistakes. However, when those mistakes involve driving under the influence the stakes can be too high Young people convicted of DUI in the state of Iowa face criminal charges, jail time and other penalties. But a conviction may...

From DUIs to OWIs, there are many terms to describe impaired driving. Every state uses a specific designation that has different requirements and consequences. In Iowa, if you operate any motorized vehicle while under the influence, you could face an OWI charge. What...

There is never a good time to get an OWI, but it is especially problematic for college students. Typically, students do not have a professional reputation or strong resume after an OWI arrest, so a conviction gets you off to a bad start in your professional life. Your...

Drivers in Iowa face severe penalties for charges of impaired driving. Depending on numerous circumstances, consequences can include fines, jail time, increased insurance premiums and the loss of driving privileges. With the possibility of these devastating...

Everyone makes mistakes. Having a few drinks after work before heading home for the day is not a crime but it can be difficult to tell if you’re over the legal limit. Then, if you get pulled over on the way and your breathalyzer test comes back high you might think...