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DWI First Offense Lawyer in St. Louis

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Combs Waterkotte is the leading criminal defense and traffic firm serving St. Louis and the entire state of Missouri. Our criminal defense attorneys will fight for your freedom, your rights, and will not give up until you get fair justice. Our exceptional record and over 200 reviews speaks for itself.

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Are you facing a first offense DWI in St. Louis or anywhere in Missouri? Being pulled over for DWI can be a daunting and traumatic situation for anyone, especially if you don't have the proper legal counsel in place.

Combs Waterkotte is an award-winning and motivated criminal defense law firm in St. Louis that can help guide you along the legal path through your first DWI. We will advise you on both the civil and criminal sides of the process, allowing you to keep your driving privileges while fighting your court case aggressively.

You don't have to go through this alone. Contact one of our DWI lawyers today at (314) 900-HELP to protect your freedom.

The state of Missouri has some very stiff penalties for driving while intoxicated. They have followed a national trend where the entire country, led by anti-DWI advocacy groups like MADD, have strengthened laws regarding DWI. Today, even with a first time DWI in St. Louis, MO, a defendant can be facing real jail time if successfully convicted.

We understand the complexities of DWI cases and are dedicated to providing you with strategic and effective legal representation to protect your rights and future in St. Louis or anywhere in Missouri. We'll pursue every legal avenue to eliminate the consequences of the DWI or, at the very least, severely limit them. Our attorneys are open to listen to your ideas of how to proceed. After an initial consultation, we will present you with a strong, proven plan of attack, along with what outcomes you can expect. Combs Waterkotte stops at nothing to get a favorable outcome for its clients.

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Why You Should Act Fast After Being Arrested For DWI in St. Louis or Missouri

Why You Should Act Fast After Being Arrested For DWI in St. Louis or Missouri

It is critical that you decide on legal counsel for your first-offense DWI as soon as possible. This is because the state of Missouri has a 15-day period after your arrest where you can file for an administrative hearing regarding your driving license. If you act quickly enough, the Combs Waterkotte attorneys will be able to represent you on the administrative side.

If you DON’T hire Combs Waterkotte quickly you risk:

  • Your driver’s license being suspended for 90 days
  • Extended legal consequences
  • Possible additional charges or a warrant
  • Limited defense preparation

If you DO hire Combs Waterkotte quickly, we will:

  • Get you restricted driving privileges
  • Initiate a sound defense strategy
  • Negotiate with prosecutors for the most favorable outcome
  • Reduce stress and anxiety
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    Combs Waterkotte represented a Robertsville, MO man on a felony charge of DWI. At trial, we challenged the way the officer conducted his standardized field so …

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    Combs Waterkotte represented a college student on a DWI charge. During the administrative hearing, which deals with license suspension, we challenged the arre …

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    Combs Waterkotte represented a Franklin County woman felony DWI. After conducting a thorough investigation and taking the arresting officer's deposition, the …

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    Why Choose Combs Waterkotte for Your First-Offense DWI in St. Louis?

    Why Choose Combs Waterkotte for Your First-Offense DWI in St. Louis?

    A few advantages of hiring Combs Waterkotte include:

    • Expertise in DWI Law: Our experience legal team specializes in DWI cases and has a proven track record of successfully representing St. Louis and Missouri clients in similar situations.
    • Strategic Defense Strategies: We tailor our defense strategies to your specific circumstances, saying as every case is unique. Challenging the legality of your traffic stop or the accuracy of the field sobriety tests are just a couple of defenses we could use.
    • Negotiation Skills: Our skilled negotiators work tirelessly to achieve the best possible outcome for your case, always keeping your best interests in mind. Sometimes negotiating is key in reducing your charges or penalties.
    • Compassionate Client Advocacy: We understand the stress and uncertainty that comes with facing DWI charges. Our knowledgeable legal team provides compassionate support.
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    Possible Outcomes For Your First-Offense DWI in St. Louis or Missouri

    Possible Outcomes For Your First-Offense DWI in St. Louis or Missouri

    Per the Missouri Department of Revenue, a first-time DWI in Missouri can result in an immediate 90-day revocation of driving privileges. Since it is only a Class B misdemeanor in Missouri, a first DUI or DWI offense could carry the following penalties:

    • 8 points on your driving record
    • Up to 6 months in jail
    • Up to a $500 fine
    • A 90-day drivers’ license suspension, the last 60 of which can be reduced to a restricted driving privilege (RDP) permit
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    Contact A Skilled St. Louis DWI Lawyer Today at Combs Waterkotte

    Contact A Skilled St. Louis DWI Lawyer Today | Combs Waterkotte

    Combs Waterkotte should be your first call after being arrested and charged with a first-offense DWI. Our firm will aggressively work to limit the overall impact of a DWI on your life and livelihood. Our principal St. Louis DWI attorneys have worked on hundreds of DWI cases in St. Louis and throughout Missouri, and will put their wealth of experience to work for you.

    If you are ready to get the help you need after your first DWI arrest in St. Louis, Combs Waterkotte is ready and willing to stand by you and fight for your reputation and freedom. Contact our firm today to set up a discreet, one-on-one consultation to discuss your situation.

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