Man Arrested for Fifth DUI in Accident
Posted on Mar 31, 2014 8:00pm PDT
A man in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin area has reportedly been arrested for driving under the influence for the fifth time after being involved in an accident. According to reports, he was involved in a hit-and-run accident and also side-swiped another car. When pulled over, he had an open can of beer in the car. He reportedly had a blood alcohol level of .12 percent. This is his fifth DUI with previous convictions in 2001, 2002, and 2011. He is also facing traffic violations and could be facing eight years in prison if convicted.
Driving under the influence arrests are serious and can change a person's life if they are found guilty. If you are facing a DUI charge then you will need help resolving this issue because it can be a complicated process. A drunk driving accident attorney can help you fight to protect your rights and make sure that you receive the best possible outcome for your case.
If you are charged with drunk driving, you may have to deal with jail time, heavy fines, community service, alcohol education classes and other consequences. These will have a huge effect on your life, but with the help of a DUI lawyer, you can work to lessen these consequences so that you can move forward with your life. Take some time to contact a drunk driving lawyer today to begin discussing your case.