Protecting You From the Consequences of a Vermont DUI Arrest
The legal, emotional, employment, financial and family consequences of a DUI arrest can be staggering. In Vermont, first offenders face a 90-day suspension (or more), a $750 fine, up to 2 years imprisonment, evaluation by a licensed alcohol counselor, driver's education classes and more. Repeat offenders face even harsher penalities.
DWI cases are complicated and require the services of an experienced attorney. With more than 30 years defending drivers facing DUI charges in Vermont, Bradley Myerson offers the knowledge, compassion and determination needed to deliver the most favorable outcome. He understands the complexities of the law, the technical aspects of breath testing and the procedures required to properly administer field sobriety tests—key elements of a successful DUI defense.
Bradley Myerson's background includes:
- 30 years defending drivers arrested for DUI in Vermont.
- Instructor at continuing legal education programs for attorneys learning DUI defense techniques.
- Member of the Vermont and National Associations of Criminal Defense Lawyers.
- Member of the National College For DUI Defense.
- Syracuse University and the New England School of Law graduate.
- Served two (elected) terms on the Vermont Judicial Nomination Board.
Call 877-763-7144 today for a free consultation!
DUI/DWI In Vermont
In Vermont, DUI(Driving Under the Influence) and DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) have the same meaning. Vermont criminalizes driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of intoxicating liquor, and driving with .08% or more alcohol in the blood as measured by blood or breath tests.
Vermont also has a separate Civil License Suspension Law. If your breath or blood test result was at least .08%, the State will try to have your Vermont license or out-of-State driving privileges in Vermont suspended for at least 90 days. If you refuse the breath test or blood test, you face at least a 6 month suspension in both the DWI and Civil Suspension matters. This is a separate legal proceeding from the DWI criminal charge.
If you are convicted of DWI, this will be a permanent part of both your driving record and criminal record. If you live in another State and are convicted of DWI in Vermont, the conviction will be reported to the Department of Motor Vehicles in your home State and to the National Driver's License Registry. These records are available to drivers licensing and police agencies in each State. In almost all cases a DWI conviction in Vermont will result in a suspension in your home State. If your DWI case is dismissed or if you are found not guilty, you may be able to avoid a license suspension.
