Boating While Intoxicated

Criminal Defense Lawyer in Olathe

Just as in driving, boating requires that a driver be free of any drugs or alcohol that can impair their performance as a driver of a water vessel.  The major difference in boating while intoxicated (BWI) is that the alcohol level considered to be under the influence is at .10%, slightly higher than the .08% limit for vehicle drivers.  When charged with BWI, it is important to retain an Olathe criminal defense attorney to represent your interests, as - just as with a DUI - you can stand to have your driver's license suspended.  Olathe requires mandatory license suspension and jail time for those convicted, so consulting with my office, the Law Office of John E. Harvell, P.A., is crucial to the defense of your charges.

Fighting BWI Charges

In order to prove you are intoxicated when arrested for a BWI, the law enforcement officials likely performed field sobriety tests or a blood test to measure the amount of alcohol in your system.  Both of these tests can be challenged as evidence.  Field sobriety tests are subject to the police officer's interpretation and can contain many inconsistencies which will not hold up in court.  A blood alcohol test may be misinterpreted due to incorrect testing, inaccurate breathalyzer, lack of certification and failure to follow exact protocols throughout.  As a former prosecutor, I know exactly what points to review when establishing your defense.  I have represented hundreds of clients and am an experienced trial attorney.  When you retain my services you can feel confident you have a legal representative who can aggressively fight to get your BWI charges reduced or even dismissed.

Risking an alcohol related conviction on your driving record is not something you need.  Do all you can to avoid this scenario by contacting my office for a free initial consultation.  Let's discuss the facts and find solutions for you boating while intoxicated charges.