Weston DWI Lawyer
Facing driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges in Lewis County, West Virginia can be a frightening experience, no matter if you are a first or third time offender. DWI charges are unanticipated, undesirable, and embarrassing. Furthermore, they carry very strict penalties including large fines and possibly even jail time. If you have been charged with a DWI in Lewis County, the Weston DWI lawyer of the Glass Defense Firm is here to help.
- Extensive training in drunk driving defense
- Long-term experience appealing adverse rulings by the DMV
- Attorney Jason Glass had handled more than 500 drunk driving cases
- Successful representation of hundreds of clients accused of driving under the influence
- Trained practitioner in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, and trained on the Intoximeter EC/IR
Using his vast experience, extensive training, and superior reputation, he will guide you through the West Virginia court system in order to achieve the best possible outcome in your case. Contact the Weston DWI lawyer of the Glass Defense Firm today at (304) 933-9883 to schedule a free consultation.
West Virginia Drunk Driving Penalties
Any penalties you may be facing as a result of a DWI charge in West Virginia depend on your blood alcohol content (BAC) at the time of your arrest. If you are a first time offender who has a BAC of between 0.08% – 0.15% at the time of your arrest, you will be charged with a “normal” DWI. A conviction will have you facing up to 6 months in prison and a fine of between $100-$500. Your license may also be suspended for up to 6 months. The length of your license suspension may be reduced with the completion of DUI classes and by enrolling in West Virginia’s ignition interlock program.
If your BAC is 0.15% or higher at the time of your arrest, you are facing an “aggravated” DWI. If you are convicted you can be placed in jail for a minimum of 48 days and for up to 6 months. You may also be facing a fine of between $200-$1,000. Your license will also be suspended for 45 days with mandatory participation in the ignition interlock program to follow for 9 months.
If you have been charged with a DWI it is imperative you speaking with a Weston DWI lawyer as soon as you possibly can. The Weston DWI lawyer of the Glass Defense Firm will tailor a defense strategy specifically for you based off facts surrounding your case. Call the Glass Defense Firm today at (304) 933-9883 to schedule a free consultation with an experienced Weston DUI lawyer.
About Weston DWI Lawyer Jason M. Glass
Weston DWI lawyer Jason M. Glass received his Juris Doctorate from the West Virginia University College of Law in 2005. Mr. Glass found himself drawn to criminal defense as a student at WVU. In order to gain experience in the field he spent time clerking at local criminal defense firms. Upon graduation he began representing clients accused of various criminal offenses, focusing heavily on individuals who have been accused of DWI.
Jason M. Glass has handled more than 500 DWI cases throughout the state of West Virginia since graduating from WVU. He has handled a number of administrative license suspension hearings and has experience appealing adverse rulings made by the DMV.
Weston DWI lawyer Jason M. Glass is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, National College of DUI Defense, the West Virginia Bar Association, and he is the founding member of the West Virginia DUI Defense Lawyers.
The Glass Defense Firm practices throughout Weston and Jane Lew.