Alcohol and Driving 

One of the most dangerous combinations and a plague upon our society!  Alcohol and driving do not mix under any circumstances, and this is evidenced by the thousands of lives that are carelessly jeopardized and lost every year across our nation. Read more...

Drugs and Driving 

If you are driving impaired and are under the influence of illegal, prescription drugs or over-the-counter drugs, you will be guilty of DUI in Idaho. Read more...

DWI Attorney Directory 

Need the services of a DWI Attorney? Find one in your area. Read more...

Differences Between DUI and DWI 

Are you confused about the difference between DWI and DUI? DWI stands for Driving While Intoxicated, while DUI stands for Driving Under the Influence. Read more...

DWI Attorneys 

It is a good idea to contact an Idaho DUI Attorney as soon as is possibly.  There are serious legal, administrative and financial consequences for even a first time offender, so let an experienced DUI Attorney navigate the legal waters on your behalf. Read more...

DWI Costs 

If you are convicted of an Idaho DUI, you will pay the piper!  And you will pay huge! First of all, you will pay any fines associated with your conviction, and these fines can reach $5,000. You will also pay court costs which become quite expensive, especially if you’ve chosen to plead ‘not guilty’ and are found ‘guilty,’ as charged. You will have to hire an Idaho DUI Attorney and, depending on the severity of your case, you can pay anywhere from $2500 to $15,000 for your defense. Read more...

DWI Laws 

Idaho DUI Laws are strictly enforced and are stringent.  The amount of alcohol in your blood is only one indication that you are driving under the influence; incidentally, you can be charged with an Idaho DUI without ever having a drop to drink!  If you are exhibiting impairment and are under the influence of any intoxicating substance, including illegal and prescription drugs, you will be charged with DUI. Read more...

DWI Penalties 

DUI Court is a special program for repeat offenders and first time offenders who present with an elevated BAC. It is intended to teach the offender about the dangers of drinking and driving, and the time the offender spends working in the Sheriff’s Labor Program will reduce jail time.  There is also mandatory attendance at Alcoholic’s Anonymous, as well as other requirements determined by Idaho DUI courts. Read more...

DWI Statistics 

DUI has not always been a pressing issue in Idaho; however, an increase in DUI incidents has raised flags in Idaho over the past several years. Read more...

Implied Consent 

If you are pulled over for a suspected DUI, you must submit to a blood, breath or urine test as per the Idaho Implied Consent Law, 18-8002A.  The statute reads as follows. Read more...

Reduce Idaho DWI Charges and Fines 

As stated earlier, DUI Court is a special program for repeat offenders and first time offenders who present with an elevated BAC. It is intended to teach the offender about the dangers of drinking and driving, and the time the offender spends working in the Sheriff’s Labor Program will reduce jail time.  There is very little offered to DUI offenders in Idaho in addition to this program. Read more...

Sobriety Tests 

Implied consent means that every Idaho driver must submit to a BAC test and that this consent was given when a driver agreed to the rules of the road by accepting an Idaho driver’s license.  Blood, breath or urine can be tested for alcohol and/or drugs if law enforcement officials suspect that you are driving under the influence. Read more...

Idaho Law Enforcement Tip-Offs

If you are impaired, an office will likely detect this before ever wielding the infamous Breathalyzer!  What are his tip-offs?  There are quite a few. Read more...