Business Details
Start Your DWI Now | Trusted DWI Defense in St. Louis
Start Your DWI Now specializes in defending clients facing DWI charges across Missouri. With a team led by attorney Mike Carter, our firm has handled more DWI cases in St. Louis, St. Charles, JeffCo, Lincoln County, and Franklin than 99% of regional law firms. Our approach combines deep familiarity with local legal systems, including prosecutors and judges, and leverages decades of combined experience in DWI defense. We prioritize client education, transparent communication, and strategic advocacy to protect driving privileges and minimize legal consequences.Our track record includes dismissed charges, reduced penalties, and successful administrative hearings, supported by a nuanced understanding of field sobriety tests and implied consent laws. We serve clients through multiple Missouri locations, offering personalized legal strategies for first-time and repeat offenses, refusal cases, and probation matters.
Services
DWI Defense
Administrative Hearings
Refusal Cases
Probation Assistance
SATOP Evaluations
Highlights and features
- We have handled more DWI cases in St. Louis metro area than 99% of law firms
- Our lead attorney hosts a weekly legal TV show with local prosecutors and judges
- Proven success in dismissed charges, reduced penalties, and license protection
- Specialized expertise in Missouri DWI laws and administrative hearings
- Direct connections with local legal community including prosecutors and judges
What people say
Kept license
Charges dismissed
No jail time
Probation avoided
Record cleared
Services
DWI Defense
Our DWI defense attorneys specialize in challenging field sobriety tests, breathalyzer accuracy, and police procedure violations. We protect clients facing first-time or repeat offenses through strategic negotiations and courtroom advocacy. Our team leverages deep knowledge of Missouri DWI laws to minimize penalties and protect driving privileges.
Administrative Hearings
We represent clients in DMV hearings to challenge driver's license suspensions following DWI arrests. Our attorneys navigate implied consent laws and contest unlawful revocations through evidence presentation and legal arguments. This service focuses on maintaining driving privileges during and after criminal proceedings.
Refusal Cases
Our firm handles cases involving refusal to submit to chemical testing. We challenge unlawful revocation notices and negotiate with prosecutors to minimize consequences. This service includes contesting refusal allegations within statutory deadlines and advocating for reduced penalties.
Probation Assistance
We assist clients navigating probation requirements for DWI convictions. Our services include negotiating probation terms, addressing violation allegations, and advocating for early termination. We focus on minimizing probation conditions while ensuring compliance with court mandates.
SATOP Evaluations
Our attorneys challenge unfair SATOP program placements and negotiate alternative sentencing options. We work with clients to reduce mandatory program requirements and advocate for more appropriate rehabilitation alternatives. This service includes court motions to modify excessive program assignments.
People
Mike Carter
Lead Attorney
Former judge and current DWI defense attorney with 15+ years of legal experience. Hosts weekly legal TV show featuring Missouri prosecutors and judges. Successfully defended hundreds of DWI cases statewide.
Questions
What happens if I miss the 15-day DWI hearing deadline?
Missing the 15-day deadline typically results in automatic license suspension. We can still represent you but options become more limited compared to timely hearings.
Do you handle out-of-state DWI cases?
We primarily serve Missouri residents but can assist with interstate license issues and coordinate with out-of-state attorneys when necessary.
Can field sobriety tests be challenged in court?
Yes, we frequently challenge field sobriety test validity based on medical conditions, environmental factors, and improper administration by officers.
What's the difference between refusal and DWI charges?
Refusal charges carry different penalties but both impact driving privileges. We handle both cases with specialized strategies focusing on license protection.
How do prior DWIs affect current charges?
Prior offenses within 5 years increase penalties. We leverage procedural defenses and negotiate reductions even with prior convictions on record.
