The answer is ‘Yes.’ DWI is a criminal charge in Louisiana. It is commonly mistaken that DWI (DUI) is not a crime. It is a crime listed in the criminal statutes under La. R.S. 14:98. Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated (DWI) is a misdemeanor upon the first and second convictions. However, it is a felony upon the third and subsequent convictions. The misdemeanor charge for DWI carries up to 6 months in jail.
A conviction for DWI has serious consequences. It can affect your driving record, employment, school, and insurance. DWI in Louisiana is a serious charge.
If you or someone you know has received a charge for DWI, contact Carl Barkemeyer, Baton Rouge DWI Attorney.
This article was written by Louisiana DWI attorney Carl Barkemeyer of Barkemeyer Law Firm.
Louisiana DWI lawyers at the Barkemeyer Law Firm providing legal defense services for clients in ALL of Louisiana.
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