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Differences and Similarities Between DWI and OUI in Maine

November 11, 2010

Beside the obvious, there are a few basic differences, and some similarities, between being charged with a DWI and an OUI in the state of Maine. Like most of the rest of the United States, a DWI means that you were driving while intoxicated, without drugs being involved, based on one of a few deciding …Continue Reading →

Tags: drunk driving, DWI, in state, OUI, out of state, penalties

OUI FAQ

April 17, 2010

There was a death involved in my OUI accident. Does that make the offense more serious than if there had been no major injuries? In the state of Maine, if there have been injuries serious enough to cause death, immediate or potential, then you are required by law to get a blood test to check …Continue Reading →

Tags: BAC, driving privileges, ignition interlock device, OUI accident, OUI charge, penalties, SR-22, state of Maine

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 →

Tags: class A, class B, class C, dui crimes, felony dui, Maine, operating under the influence, penalties

Attorney Bly's Professional Associations

Case Results

Offense: OUI
Maximum Sentence: 364 days jail, $2,000.00 fine
Mandatory Minimum Sentence: 2 days jail, 90 day loss of license, $500.00 fine
Result: Not Guilty verdict.

Client Testimonials

...As a result of his determined, aggressive, honest, experienced approach to my case (both in preparation for trial and in courtroom proceedings), I received a favorable outcome without even having to go to trial. Attorney Bly has an ease in navigating complex fact patterns that give the impression that what he does is easy; I know that I am lucky to have had the good fortune of having such a passionate, intelligent, ethical and driven advocate that ensured a successful outcome. I cannot thank him enough. I trust his judgment, I trust his ethics, and I highly recommend him.

Susan M., Maine

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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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