OWI 1st penalties in Wisconsin
Traditionally, Wisconsin has had less-stringent penalties for drunk driving offenses. However, in the last five years the state has toughened these laws. Still, Wisconsin only imposes fines, not jail time, on most Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) 1st offenses. However, these 1st offenses still carry a stiff fine, embarrassment, costly demerit points, and the social stigma …