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A DUI or DWI arrest does not have to mean a conviction. Our attorneys challenge every aspect of your case — from the traffic stop to the breathalyzer — to protect your license and your freedom.

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Federal DUI & DWI Defense

Driving while intoxicated (DWI) or driving under the influence (DUI) charges carry serious consequences — including jail time, heavy fines, license suspension or revocation, and a permanent criminal record. Even a first offense can result in significant penalties that affect your ability to drive, work, and maintain your livelihood.

At Spodek Law Group, our DWI defense attorneys understand the science behind breathalyzer testing, blood alcohol analysis, and field sobriety examinations. We know where law enforcement commonly makes mistakes, and we use that knowledge to build the strongest possible defense for every client.

Types of DUI / DWI Cases We Defend

DWI (driving while intoxicated with BAC of 0.08% or higher)

Aggravated DWI (BAC of 0.18% or higher, child passengers, prior convictions)

DWAI (driving while ability impaired by alcohol, drugs, or combination)

Drugged Driving (DWAI-Drug charges for marijuana, prescription medications, illegal substances)

Felony DWI (multiple offenses within 10 years, vehicular assault or homicide)

License Suspension & Revocation (DMV hearings, conditional licenses, hardship appeals)

Defense Strategies We Use

DWI cases are highly technical, and police officers frequently make procedural errors. Our defense strategies include:

  • Challenging the legality of the initial traffic stop — officers must have reasonable suspicion
  • Attacking breathalyzer accuracy through calibration records, operator certification, and testing protocols
  • Challenging field sobriety test results based on improper administration and environmental conditions
  • Questioning blood test procedures including chain of custody, contamination, and fermentation issues
  • Filing motions to suppress evidence obtained through unlawful stops or checkpoints
  • Negotiating reduced charges such as DWAI (a traffic infraction) instead of DWI (a criminal offense)

Frequently Asked Questions

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A first-offense DWI is typically classified as a misdemeanor. Penalties can include up to one year in jail, substantial fines, a mandatory surcharge, and license revocation. You may also be required to install an ignition interlock device and complete a drinking driver program. An Aggravated DWI (BAC of 0.18% or more) carries enhanced penalties including higher fines and a longer revocation period. Penalties vary by jurisdiction.
You have the legal right to refuse a chemical test (breathalyzer or blood test), but there are serious consequences under implied consent laws. Refusal typically results in an automatic license revocation and civil penalties for a first offense — even if you are ultimately found not guilty of DWI. For commercial drivers, refusal means an extended revocation period. Whether to refuse is a complex decision, and our attorneys can advise you on the best course of action.
Your license may be suspended at your arraignment, and a conviction results in a minimum six-month revocation for a first DWI offense. However, you may be eligible for a conditional license that allows you to drive to work, school, and medical appointments during the revocation period. Our attorneys fight at both the criminal court and DMV hearing levels to protect your driving privileges.
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