DWI/DUI Lawyer in St. Louis
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DWI Defense Attorney in St Louis: Protecting Your Freedom
Combs Waterkotte is the leading criminal defense and traffic firm serving St. Louis and the entire state of Missouri. Our criminal defense attorneys will fight for your freedom, your rights, and will not give up until you get fair justice. Our exceptional record and over 200 reviews speaks for itself. Whether you have been charged with a crime or ticket, we can help.
"Best group of criminal defense lawyers in the St. Louis area. I can't say enough about them and the lengths that this firm will go to ensure presumption of innocence and actually fight for their clients."
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If you've recently been arrested and charged with a DWI or DUI in the St. Louis area, you need an experienced, knowledgeable, and established St. Louis DWI/DUI lawyer. You owe it to yourself to get sound advice from one of the best DWI lawyers in St. Louis as soon as possible.
You don't have to go through this alone. Contact one of our lawyers today at (314) 900-HELP to protect your future.
If you've been charged with a DUI, you will be facing a driver's license suspension, fines, and possible jail time. A DWI in St. Louis or elsewhere in Missouri can result in unimaginable costs – but you could avoid them, with the expert help provided by an effective St. Louis DWI/DUI attorney.
There are hundreds of DWI law firms in St. Louis, but Combs Waterkotte is one that is exceptionally unique. Our firm takes a highly personalized approach to every DWI and DUI case we litigate. You will find our process to be exceptionally thorough, compelling, and client-focused. Our firm gives the maximum personal attention to all our DWI/DUI clients and works closely with them to formulate the best possible strategy for their case. You will find that our St. Louis DWI/DUI lawyer services have helped protect our clients’ rights and secure their futures.
Our firm begins all our DWI cases in St. Louis with a personal, one-on-one conversation with clients. We will go over all the facts of the case with you, workshop an effective defense and legal strategy, and answer any questions you might have about the DWI legal process. Our attorneys are open to listen to your ideas of how to proceed, and after this meeting we will present you with a strong, proven plan of attack, along with what outcomes you can expect. Combs Waterkotte stops at nothing to get a favorable outcome for their clients: we review every evidence file, look for extenuating circumstances, and are experts at finding flaws that can change the outcome of your case.
Our firm has handled a multitude of DWI cases in jurisdictions throughout the St. Louis area, ranging from first-time DWI offenders to those who caused an accident or injury while under the influence. We are confident in our capability to defend you if you are facing any DWI related legal issues in St. Louis.
We'll pursue every legal avenue to eliminate the legal consequences of the DWI or DUI charges against you in St. Louis, or severely limit them. But if the evidence is stacked against you, or you made a terrible mistake you regret, we'll still represent you and work to get the best possible resolution for you, your loved ones, and your future. Call Combs Waterkotte right away at (314) 900-HELP or contact us online.
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How Can a DWI/DUI Lawyer Help Me in St. Louis, MO?
We understand that good people find themselves in unfortunate situations. Combs Waterkotte’s St. Louis DWI defense team is dedicated to defending our clients’ rights and achieving the best possible solution for them.
What Combs Waterkotte does for you:
- Listens to your story and investigates charges
- Helps you understand charges and evidence
- Develops a tailored legal defense strategy
- Negotiates with prosecutors and defends at trial
What Happens Without Combs Waterkotte:
- Lack of professional legal guidance
- Limited knowledge of legal procedures and evidence
- Extremely limited negotiation and defense skills
- Risk of harsher penalties, fines, and long-term consequences
What Should I Expect When Hiring a St. Louis or Missouri DWI/DUI Lawyer?
Combs Waterkotte has an impressive track record of experience and success in all areas of Missouri’s DWI laws. When you come to Combs Waterkotte, our initial consultation about your DWI case will ask you questions such as:
- What was the reason for which the arresting officer pulled you over?
- Did the arresting officer violate your rights in any way?
- Did the officer perform field sobriety tests appropriately and adequately?
- Were there any issues with the breathalyzer testing procedure?
- Are there any issues with the police report?
Working Both Sides Of Your St. Louis or Missouri DWI Case
Missouri DWI cases have two aspects: civil (driving privileges) and criminal. We act quickly to maintain your driving rights post-arrest, including appealing to the Missouri Department of Revenue or seeking restricted driving privileges for serious cases.
The criminal side involves local prosecutors and courts, with multiple-offense cases possibly escalating to county or state courts. St. Louis, having various municipalities, handles DWIs uniquely, requiring an experienced attorney to navigate these differences.
What Are Some Defense Strategies a St. Louis DWI/DUI Lawyer Can Use?
The Combs Watterkotte DWI defense team frequently sees a system wrought with errors. Exposing these type of errors could make a difference in your case, although every case is different:
- Investigating Your Arrest: Our DWI/DUI lawyers will look through your arrest reports to see if the officer(s) followed the law properly. Improperly pulling over your vehicle or even not following the proper procedure for arresting you can lead to a dismissal of your case. If an officer didn’t tell you that it was a crime to refuse a breathalyzer after your arrest can lead to the dismissal of those additional charges.
- Flaws in Chemical Tests: We will also look at the results of any breath or blood test that was taken at the time of your arrest. If a breathalyzer isn’t properly maintained or proper procedures weren’t followed at a lab, your test results may not be admitted as evidence. Similarly, your blood alcohol content (BAC) rises naturally over time.
- Other Defenses: As a general example, an intoxicated person found alone in a car is usually assumed to have been driving the vehicle, even if they are found sitting in the passenger seat. However, the prosecution must be able to prove that person was driving the vehicle while having a BAC of .08% or more.
Talk To A St. Louis, MO DWI/DUI Lawyer Who Listens at Combs Waterkotte
Combs Waterkotte has helped many people from all walks of life across the St. Louis area and throughout Missouri who were facing DWI or DUI charges. We are driven to help you get the best outcome for your DWI case, and have the track record of satisfied clients to back it up.
Combs Waterkotte is ready to help you fight for your reputation and freedom. Contact us today either online or by calling (314) 900-HELP for a free, confidential, one-on-one consultation.
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We know most people who come to us haven't had to deal with the justice system in this way before. We understand how overwhelming and confusing the process can be, which is why we ensure clarity and support at every turn. From our initial consultation to the the final resolution of your case we strive to make the process easy for you to understand and leave you without any doubts that your case is being handled the right way.
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