April 2, 2023
Missouri is serious about underage drunk driving. Many people under 21 experiment with alcohol. That could be the beginning of problems. There could be serious consequences if they decide to drink and get behind the wheel of a car. That could lead to criminal charges if they get pulled over. The state is working to...
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August 16, 2022
College students need to remain conscious of the law to avoid life-altering punishments. In addition to all the possible criminal charges on the table, students can lose the perks of going to college. In late 2018, a Missouri college basketball player received a suspension after a DWI arrest. Student athletes can lose their places on teams if cops...
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August 5, 2022
After a celebratory dinner and a few glasses of wine, a pleasant evening ends with a brief drive home. The driver doesn’t feel drunk. Yet, shortly before they arrive, they’re stopped by an officer. For many people, this is the story of how they got their first DUI (driving under the influence) or DWI (driving while intoxicated)...
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August 5, 2022
Missouri drivers who are caught driving while intoxicated can be arrested and face serious penalties. Drivers younger than 21 can have their licenses suspended for certain offenses. You should understand what those offenses are if you choose to drive while intoxicated. What is the legal limit for drivers under 21? Like other states, Missouri’s DWI laws prohibit...
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August 5, 2022
After a celebratory dinner and a few glasses of wine, a pleasant evening ends with a brief drive home. The driver doesn’t feel drunk. Yet, shortly before they arrive, they’re stopped by an officer. For many people, this is the story of how they got their first DUI (driving under the influence) or DWI (driving while intoxicated)...
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August 5, 2022
Missouri uses the initials DWI, or driving while intoxicated, to refer to drunk driving. Drunk driving in Springfield, Missouri, can add points to the driver’s license and includes various penalties. Overview of Missouri DWI Drivers in Missouri can get a DWI for driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or a combination. Missouri sets the blood alcohol...
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