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When a DUI Becomes a Felony Offense

February 21, 2011

A first offense may not sound like a big deal, but if repeated it can quickly avalanche into a huge crisis that you deal with for the rest of your life. A second offense sounds more serious than the first, to be sure, but still not a big deal in the grand scheme of things, …Continue Reading →

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Maine Felony DUI Crimes

January 15, 2010

In Maine, crimes are distinguished into classes with Class A B and C crimes considered felonies with the following potential sentences; Class C: Crimes punishable by up to 5 years incarceration and a $5,000 fine Class B: Crimes punishable by up to ten years incarceration and a $20,000 fine Class A: Crimes punishable by up …Continue Reading →

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The Law Office of William T. Bly
OUI - Operating Under the Influence.
This is Maine's legal definition for drunk driving. OUI includes automobiles, snowmobiles, watercraft and ATVs. OUI encompasses drug impaired driving as well as drunk driving.
DWI - Driving While Intoxicated.
This term is used in some jurisdictions to describe drunk driving, including New Hampshire.
DUI - Driving Under the Influence.
This is the most commonly used term in most jurisdictions throughout the U.S. to describe drunk driving.
OWI - Operating While Intoxicated.
This term is used by only a few jurisdictions to describe drunk driving.

For simplicity sake, DUI & OUI will be used interchangeably on this website.

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