Missouri Chronic DWI Offender Lawyer

Felony DWI Defense for Fifth or Subsequent Offenses | Attorney Andrew Brumitt

A fifth or subsequent DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) in Missouri is among the most severe felony offenses under RSMo § 577.010 and § 577.023. At this stage, the law classifies you as a Chronic Offender — exposing you to multi-year prison sentences, a permanent felony record, and long-term or lifetime loss of your driver’s license.

If you’ve reached this level, the stakes could not be higher. You’re facing the possibility of mandatory prison time, not just county jail, and prosecutors will treat your case as a top-level felony.

At Brumitt Legal, attorney Andrew Brumitt personally defends every felony DWI case. You won’t be handed off to a paralegal or junior associate. You’ll work directly with a seasoned trial lawyer who fights the government’s evidence, challenges unlawful arrests, and builds a defense designed to preserve your freedom and your future.

What Is a Chronic DWI Offender in Missouri?

Under RSMo § 577.023, you are classified as a Chronic Offender if you have four or more prior DWI, BAC, or related alcohol-driving convictions.
A Chronic DWI is typically charged as a Class C Felony, carrying far greater punishment than prior DWI levels.

Consequences of a Chronic DWI Conviction in Missouri

A conviction at this level carries mandatory incarceration and long-term collateral consequences that can impact every aspect of your life:

  • Class C Felony — punishable by 3 to 10 years in prison, or up to 15 years in some cases

  • Mandatory minimum of 2 years in prison before being eligible for probation or parole

  • Fines up to $10,000

  • 10-year or permanent driver’s license revocation under Missouri Department of Revenue rules

  • No eligibility for Limited Driving Privilege (LDP) during denial period in most cases

  • Ignition Interlock Device (IID) required if reinstatement is ever granted

  • Mandatory completion of SATOP and ongoing treatment requirements

  • Permanent felony criminal record (not eligible for expungement)

  • Loss of civil rights, including the right to possess firearms or vote while incarcerated

  • Severe employment, professional, and housing consequences

If your arrest involved an accident, injury, minor in the vehicle, or BAC of 0.15 or higher, prosecutors can seek even harsher penalties and extended prison terms.

How Attorney Andrew Brumitt Builds a Chronic DWI Defense

A chronic-level DWI requires more than routine representation — it demands a comprehensive felony defense strategy that challenges every aspect of the case, from prior conviction validity to present arrest procedure.

Andrew Brumitt investigates:

  • Whether each prior DWI conviction is legally admissible for enhancement (many old convictions contain procedural defects)

  • Whether the stop was constitutional and supported by reasonable suspicion or probable cause

  • Field sobriety and chemical test procedures, including officer training, calibration, and maintenance compliance

  • Chain of custody and laboratory handling of blood samples

  • Violations of Miranda rights, unlawful interrogation, or coercive questioning

  • Body-cam and dash-cam footage inconsistencies

  • Medical explanations or environmental factors misinterpreted as signs of intoxication

When appropriate, he files motions to suppress, motions to dismiss enhancement counts, and challenges charging defects that could reduce or even eliminate the felony classification.

If conviction is unavoidable, Andrew works to secure treatment-focused outcomes, rehabilitation programs, or placement in Missouri Department of Corrections DWI courts, reducing long-term damage and preserving family and employment stability.

Driver’s License Consequences for a Chronic DWI in Missouri

A Chronic Offender DWI results in a 10-year or lifetime revocation of driving privileges through the Missouri Department of Revenue (DOR).

To seek reinstatement after the denial period (if eligible), you must:

  1. Complete SATOP and all recommended treatment programs.

  2. Provide proof of SR-22 insurance for the required period.

  3. Install an Ignition Interlock Device (IID).

  4. Apply for reinstatement and provide all supporting documentation to the DOR.

Andrew Brumitt handles both the criminal defense and the administrative reinstatement process, ensuring compliance and protecting your driving privileges wherever possible.

Why You Need Immediate Felony DWI Representation

A Chronic DWI is not a typical criminal charge — it’s a life-altering felony with mandatory prison exposure and permanent consequences. Prosecutors and judges treat these cases with zero tolerance, but with skilled representation, it is possible to challenge enhancements, reduce charges, or obtain structured sentencing alternatives that emphasize rehabilitation over incarceration.

Attorney Andrew Brumitt provides direct, one-on-one representation for clients facing chronic-level DWI charges across Missouri. He will investigate every angle, identify legal flaws, and fight to achieve the best possible outcome for your situation.

Charged as a Chronic DWI Offender in Missouri? Call Attorney Andrew Brumitt Today.

Your freedom, license, and reputation are at stake. A Chronic DWI doesn’t have to end your life as you know it — but you must act now.
Contact Brumitt Legal for a free, confidential consultation with Attorney Andrew Brumitt, an experienced Missouri felony DWI defense lawyer who will personally fight your case.

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