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f you were arrested in Missouri and are seeing both DUI and DWI online, you are not alone. Many clients contact us confused, worried they are facing two different charges, or believing one applies to alcohol and the other to drugs.
Under Missouri law, DUI and DWI are the same offense.
Missouri does not have a separate DUI statute. The legal charge is Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), regardless of whether the alleged intoxication involves alcohol, drugs, prescription medication, or a combination.
Under RSMo § 577.010, a person commits the offense of Driving While Intoxicated if they operate a motor vehicle while intoxicated.
That statute applies to:
The term DUI is commonly used by the public, other states, and search engines. In Missouri courts, the charge is DWI.
There is no legal distinction in Missouri between DUI and DWI.
Common misconceptions we hear:
None of these are true under Missouri law.
If you are arrested for impaired driving in Missouri, the charge will be DWI, even if you searched for a DUI attorney or were told “DUI” informally.
People search for DUI attorney far more often than DWI attorney. As a result:
When you see DUI used on our website, it refers to DWI charges under Missouri law.
While DUI and DWI are the same charge, the defense strategy can differ depending on what the State alleges caused impairment.
Alcohol-based cases may involve:
Drug-based cases may involve:
The charge is still DWI in both situations.
To make things easier, we provide information using both DUI and DWI language, even though the law uses DWI.
You can learn more about your specific situation here: (MAKE THESE LINKS INTERNALLY)
All pages address the same Missouri statutes, just using different search terminology.
If you were arrested in Missouri:
What matters most is not the label, but:
If you are unsure what you are charged with, or what it means for your license, record, or freedom, we can help clarify that immediately.
Initial consultations are always free.
Contact Kissell Law Group today to discuss your situation and determine the best next steps.