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...
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Drunk Driving
An OWI arrest is not an automatic conviction
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...
Can a DUI cost you your college scholarship?
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...
Is an OWI the same as a DUI?
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...
Challenging an OWI charge as a college student
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...
Can a breath test result be challenged?
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...
Will A Breathalyzer Reading Put You In Jail?
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...
A failed chemical test doesn’t bar you from a successful OWI case
You may not have much say in whether or not a police officer can put you through screening if they suspect you of drinking and driving, but a failed test doesn’t necessarily mean you’re going to lose a court case. Iowa has a policy of implied consent when it comes to...
Iowa Supreme Court issues holding on cause for DUI stops
The Iowa Supreme Court recently issued a holding on whether or not an officer can make a suspected drunk driving stop based solely on an anonymous phone call. According to the Court, an anonymous tip is not enough to justify a stop. The case was brought to the court...
Lawmakers consider revising drunk driving laws
Iowa City readers know that college graduation parties are an annual occurrence in May, given the proximity of The University of Iowa. Other graduates of technical schools and other post-secondary training programs may also have course completions to celebrate. For...