In some instances, if you have been convicted of a DWI offense, you could be looking at the plate impoundment or the embarrassing issuance of ‘whiskey plates.’ Plate impoundment means that your license plate has been taken away. In some instances, you may be issued with specialized plates that identity you as a DWI driver known as ‘whiskey plates.’

The issuance of whiskey plates and plate impoundment is a civil sanction but this does not mean you have to accept this sentence lightly. Contact top rated Minneapolis DWI lawyer Judith Samson to learn more about whiskey plates and plate impoundment laws.

Plate impoundment can happen to:

• The vehicle used in the plate impoundment violation
• And, any other vehicle owned, registered or leased in the name of the violator, including those issued in connection to another person (for example, if you and your wife have registered your vehicle together)
  Under the state of Minnesota, you could be looking at plate impoundment in the following instances:
• If you are arrested for a DWI with an alcohol concentration of .20 or more;
• If you are arrested for a DWI and have a child under age 16 present in the vehicle; or
• If you are arrested for a DWI while the person’s license has been cancelled for the person being inimical to public safety.
• If you have had a DWI conviction or license revocation within ten years of a current offense.
• If you are driving while serving a license suspension period, then you could also have your license plate revoked.
• If you are driving in violated to an alcohol restricted driver’s license, then you could also face license plate impoundment.

Plate impoundment generally lasts for one year from the date of offense. You will be granted a temporary license for seven days before the plate impoundment will take full effect.

If you have been hit with a plate impoundment notification, you need to act fast. Contact an experienced Minnesota DWI attorney right away

You only have 30 days to challenge any license plate impoundment or whisky plate issuance which means you need to act fast to clear your name and keep your license clean. Plate impoundment is not only embarrassing but can also negatively impact your career and your reputation. Many of us rely on our vehicles to get around town. It can be embarrassing to say the least to drop your kids off from school, meet with clients and go to the local market with specialized whisky plates for everyone to see. The issuance of whisky plates can tarnish your personal and professional reputation and may even cost you your career.

Call Judith Samson, Minnesota DWI Lawyer at 612-333-8001 Today!

With the right Minneapolis criminal lawyer, you may be able to avoid the issuance of whisky plates and walk away with a clean slate. It all depends on your situation, your representation and what county court you are facing.

For fast, effective and aggressive legal representation, contact experienced Minneapolis DWI attorney Judith Samson 24/7 at 612-333-8001.