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Areas of Practice
DWI / DUI
Breath & Blood Tests
DWI Accident
DWI & Drugs
DWI Penalties
DWI Process
DWI with Injuries
Felony DWI
Field Sobriety Tests
First Offense DWI
Hidden Costs of DWI
License Revocation Hearing
Multiple DWI
Second Offense DWI
Underage DWI
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Minneapolis DWI Lawyer

What are the penalties of a second DWI charge?

You can be charged with driving while intoxicated if your blood alcohol content is 0.08%. The legal limit for commercial drivers is 0.04%. If you have arrested for DWI and this is your second offense, you will most likely be charged with a gross misdemeanor. Penalties for a second time DWI include:

  • Up to one year in jail
  • A fine of up to $3,000
  • Driver’s license suspension for one year

You may also be required to perform community service work and attend an alcohol or drug treatment program. Cases involving a minor in the car at the time of your arrest, an accident involving injuries, or a blood alcohol content greater that 0.20% are considered particularly severe, and often result in harsh sentencing. Separate from your criminal case, a DMV administrative hearing will be held to determine the status of your driver’s license. Failure to schedule or attend the hearing will result in automatic license suspension.

A Minneapolis DWI lawyer should be consulted immediately if you have been arrested for a second offense DWI to discuss your case and how best to proceed with your defense. A qualified attorney can also give you important advice regarding your DMV hearing.

DWI Defense Attorney in Minneapolis

My name is Attorney Tony Grostyan from Grostyan & Associates PLC, an experienced DWI defense firm. I have successfully represented clients charged with DWI for over a decade, and can give you valuable insight into the DWI process. My firm will investigate your charges, and look for procedural error that could result in a case dismissal. I will ensure your rights are vigorously protected and work diligently when seeking a favorable outcome to your case.

Contact a Minneapolis DWI lawyer if you are facing second time DWI charges for seasoned representation.