Driving While Ability Impaired (DWAI) Attorney South Carolina
Focused Legal Defense for Impaired Driving Charges Beyond the Legal Limit
In South Carolina, you don’t have to blow over the legal limit to be charged with a serious driving offense. If law enforcement believes your ability to drive was impaired, even slightly you could face criminal penalties under DWAI laws. At The Law Office of Alexander Woods, LLC, we defend clients charged with Driving While Ability Impaired (DWAI) and related offenses with precision, urgency, and care.
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What is a DWAI Charge in South Carolina?
DWAI stands for Driving While Ability Impaired. It’s a charge used when a driver’s performance appears impaired due to alcohol, drugs, or a combination even if their blood alcohol content (BAC) is under 0.08%.
DWAI charges often result from traffic stops involving minor swerving, slow reaction times, or field sobriety tests that officers interpret as signs of impairment. These cases are subjective and that’s why having an experienced South Carolina DWAI lawyer matters.
Our Approach to DWAI Defense in South Carolina
We begin by reviewing all video evidence, arrest procedures, and chemical test results (if any). Many DWAI cases rely heavily on officer opinion and questionable roadside assessments. We know how to challenge those assumptions, file suppression motions when your rights were violated, and push back against weak or circumstantial evidence.
Whether it’s negotiating for a reduced charge or fighting for dismissal, our strategy is built around protecting your record, license, and future.
What We Cover in DWAI & Impaired Driving Cases
DWAI (Alcohol or Drug-Related)
We represent clients accused of impaired driving due to prescription drugs, marijuana, or low-level alcohol consumption. These charges often stem from subjective police assessments, not objective evidence.
Combination Impairment
Some cases allege impairment from mixed substances (e.g., alcohol + medication). We challenge the accuracy of the charge and fight for a fair outcome.
DWAI with Impact on Immigration
A DWAI conviction even as a first offense can affect your immigration status is factored into every defense for non-citizen clients.
Why Choose The Law Office of Alexander Woods, LLC
Multilingual Defense Services
We offer legal support in English, Spanish, and Portuguese to ensure every client understands their defense options.
Detailed Review of Every Traffic Stop
DWAI cases often hinge on the stop itself. We scrutinize the evidence from first contact through booking to find opportunities for defense.
Focused on Keeping Your Record Clean
Our goal is to protect your driving privileges and minimize or eliminate long-term consequences whenever possible.
Fast, Clear Communication
We respond quickly to calls and questions so you always know what’s happening in your case.
Local Experience Across South Carolina
We serve clients throughout Charleston, Berkeley, Dorchester, Jasper, Beaufort, and surrounding counties.
Ready to Defend Your Case?
A DWAI charge may seem minor—but it can carry lasting legal and financial consequences. Our DWAI lawyer South Carolina helps you respond strategically from day one.
We represent English, Spanish, and Portuguese-speaking clients across South Carolina.
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