Understanding Your DWI

If you have been arrested for a DWI, a leading Oklahoma City, OK DWI lawyer at Lai & Turner Law Firm PLLC is here to help you through this tough and frightening time. Our practice started in 2022 with a mission to make positive changes in the legal industry by prioritizing our client's needs every step of the way while providing exceptional, high-quality legal services. We are committed to transparency with our clients and strive to communicate directly and honestly.

Seventh-generation Oklahoman and Spanish-speaking Attorney Braden Turner leads our DWI defense practice, fighting for clients' rights from initial charges through final resolution. If you are looking for a client-centered law firm and an honest, trustworthy, and aggressive DWI or DUI lawyer to defend your rights, contact us today.

DWI Explained

In many states, the terms DWI and DUI (driving under the influence) are used interchangeably but in Oklahoma, they are two different offenses. Oklahoma also has a zero-tolerance approach to minors drinking and getting behind the wheel, and minors can face an underage DUI charge if they have even the slightest amount of alcohol in their systems, meaning that their blood alcohol content (BAC) is 0.02 or higher)

An adult may face a DWI charge if a law enforcement officer has reason to believe that they are impaired by alcohol or drugs even though they have a BAC that is below the legal limit. Individual situations may differ but typically, a person is charged with a DWI when their BAC is between 0.06-0.07. When someone is convicted of a DWI charge it is a misdemeanor. While it may seem expensive to hire a DWI lawyer, in the end, it may wind up saving you money, stress, and your reputation.

DWI Defense

As you likely already know, there are many things at stake when you have been charged with a DWI (driving while impaired). Without a good defense, the penalties for a DWI can include fines, license suspension, and mandatory alcohol assessment and treatment. We defend clients who have gotten DWIs and DUIs with commitment and tenacity to help us achieve the most optimal outcome possible.

How We Defend You

We start each case by establishing a strong client-attorney relationship. We work closely with our clients to ensure we understand all of the nuances of their situation. Our approach is to be proactive, creative, and strategic when developing a solid foundation for your defense. We aim to alleviate the emotional and financial stress that a DWI can bring by knowing that you can trust that we will fight fiercely for your rights in order to minimize the negative impact your DWI charge has on you and your family.

If you or someone you care about has been charged with a DWI, contact a reputable Oklahoma City DWI lawyer as soon as possible- so they can start defending your or your loved one’s rights as soon as possible.

If you or someone you care about has been convicted of a DWI or DUI and could use the support of and legal knowledge of an experienced Oklahoma City DWI lawyer, contact Lai & Turner Law Firm PLLC today.