Lyon Law, LLC Drugged/Drunk Driving (OWI)

Drunk/Drugged Driving Defense Lawyer in Marinette, WI

Serving Drivers in Marinette County, WI & Menominee County, MI

If you’ve been arrested for drunk or drugged driving in Marinette County or Menominee County, you are likely facing serious legal consequences that could affect your freedom, your job, your finances, and your future.

These charges, known as OWI (Operating While Intoxicated) in Wisconsin and OWI/DUI in Michigan, carry harsh penalties. Each state has its own laws, procedures, and court systems. The situation is even more complicated for people who live or work across state lines.

At Lyon Law, LLC, we help people in both Wisconsin and Michigan navigate these high-stakes cases. We understand the local courts, prosecuting agencies, and your legal challenges. Whether this is your first OWI or a repeat offense, we can help protect your rights, license, and future.

Call Lyon Law, LLC at (906) 256-3503 or reach us online for a free initial phone, in-person, or virtual consultation with a Marinette drunk/drugged driving defense attorney.

What You Need to Know About OWI Charges

In Wisconsin, a first OWI is typically a civil offense but still carries severe penalties, including fines, license suspension, and mandatory alcohol education programs. A second or subsequent offense becomes criminal and can result in jail time. Aggravating factors, such as a high blood alcohol concentration (BAC), a minor in the vehicle, or causing injury, can elevate the charges quickly.

In Michigan, even a first offense OWI is a misdemeanor and comes with a mandatory driver’s license suspension, potential jail time, points on your license, and other long-term consequences. Michigan also aggressively prosecutes drugged driving cases, even if the drug involved is a legally prescribed medication or marijuana.

In both states, you have short deadlines to act. For example, you may only have 10 days to request a hearing to contest your license suspension. Delays can cost you valuable legal options.

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Why OWI Cases Are So Complex

Drunk and drugged driving charges often rely on technical evidence, like field sobriety tests, breathalyzer results, or blood draws, that may be flawed or improperly handled. Arresting officers do not always follow protocol. The devices used to measure blood alcohol content (BAC) must be properly maintained and calibrated.

In drugged driving cases, the science is even murkier. No reliable BAC equivalent for drugs exists, which means law enforcement may rely heavily on opinion-based evidence or unvalidated testing methods.

You may never know what evidence could be challenged or excluded without a knowledgeable defense attorney.

What We Can Do for You in OWI Charges

At Lyon Law, LLC, we bring a local, experienced, and personal approach to every OWI case we take on. We review the facts thoroughly, examining the traffic stop, field sobriety test procedures, chemical testing, and your version of events.

We fight to suppress any unlawfully obtained evidence, challenge questionable test results, and push back against overcharged or inflated accusations. In many cases, we can negotiate reduced charges, alternative sentencing options, or dismissal of charges altogether.

If your case goes to trial, we are prepared. Attorney Scott Lyon is known for his strategic advocacy and deep understanding of Wisconsin and Michigan law. He treats every client with respect and care, never losing sight of the real-life consequences you face.

Whether you were arrested in Marinette or Menominee County, do not wait to get help—every decision you make now matters.

Call Lyon Law, LLC at (906) 256-3503 or use our online contact form for a free case assessment with our Marinette OWI attorney today.

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