An arrest for drunk driving in Wisconsin can have disastrous consequences for people with a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) who drive for a living. Penalties include CDL revocation for one year to life (even if the offense occurred while driving a private motor vehicle), and no CDL occupational permits. CDL laws Wisconsin drunk driving laws follow federal mandates regarding CDL drivers, and the consequences follow you for life. If you operate a motor vehicle (not just a commercial motor vehicle) while your Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) is 0.04% or greater, your CDL may be revoked for one year after your first offense -- your CDL may be revoked for life after a second offense. Fines, jail sentences, and CDL suspension vary depending on the circumstances. For example, if you were carrying hazardous materials at the time, your CDL will be revoked for three years. Do I Need an OUI Lawyer? A drunk driving charge affects a CDL driver’s family, life, and future. If you are charged with a DUI, it is important to contact an OUI attorney immediately, as you only have 10 days to challenge an administrative suspension, or a refusal allegation may apply to you. Otherwise you may lose your CDL even before your first court appearance. And they can help you navigate the complex Wisconsin drunk driving laws and resolve your case with optimal results. Attorneys Andrew Mishlove (the only board-certified OWI DUI defense specialist in Wisconsin) and Lauren Stuckert have successfully represented clients charged with OUI, including a CDL driver with a 0.12 breath test that a jury found not guilty.
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