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SR-22 Car Insurance Rates

April 20, 2010

There are dozens of potential consequences for an OUI charge in the state of Maine, like most other states within the United States. Operating under the influence of drugs or alcohol is a very serious offense, mostly due to the fact that it can cost so much in pain, suffering, death, and property damage if …Continue Reading →

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Maine OUI Laws – Part 1

March 3, 2010

Maine OUI Laws Part 1 Most states have distinctive laws that break down how certain actions will or will not be accepted, and how each will be penalized according to state law if you are found guilty. Operating under the influence of drugs or alcohol (OUI) is harshly punished in this state. There are a …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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