DUI/DWI
Penalties for Drivers Under the age of 21
Under Missouri law, drivers younger than 21 years of age will lose their driving privileges if they are found guilty of any of the following offenses:
Purchasing alcoholic beverages
Attempting to purchase alcoholic beverages
Being in possession of alcoholic beverages
Being visibly intoxicated
Having a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level of more than .020%
To get your license or permit back after a minor in possession (MIP) conviction, you'll need to complete a Substance Abuse Traffic Offender Program (SATOP) and pay a $45 reinstatement fee.
Penalties for Drivers Age 21 or Older
If you are 21 or older and found guilty of driving with a BAC of .08% or more, you'll lose your Missouri driver's license for 30 days and have a restricted license for an additional 60 days. You may also be required to spend up to six months in jail and pay a fine of up to $500.
If you are involved in an auto accident that results in death or serious injury because of your impaired driving ability, you will be subjected to additional penalties. You could spend two to seven years in jail, be required to pay a $5,000 fine, and/or lose your Missouri driver's license for five years.
To get your license reinstated after a DWI conviction, you'll need to complete a Substance Abuse Traffic Offender Program, pay a $45 reinstatement fee, and provide SR-22 proof of insurance for two years. The conviction will not be erased from your driving record.
If you have received a DUI, it is imperative that you contact an attorney as soon as possible. We work with prosecutors to try and obtain the best legal solution for you. Don't risk your future. If you would like to schedule a free inital appointment, please contact us. One of our experienced attorneys will call you to discuss your case. Call us today.
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