Multiple OWI Lawyer in Lafayette

Repeat OWI Defense for Second, Third & Felony Charges in Louisiana

A second or third OWI arrest in Lafayette, Louisiana is a different legal situation than a first offense. The penalties are steeper, the mandatory minimums are non-suspendable, and many of the resolution tools available to first-time offenders simply don’t apply. Attorney Jordan T. Precht at Precht Law Firm represents clients facing these escalated charges and the consequences that come with a prior record.

An arrest is a charge, not a conviction. What happens next depends heavily on how many prior OWI convictions appear on your record within Louisiana’s statutory lookback period and how your defense is built from the start.

Time works against you after an OWI arrest. You may have as few as 30 days to request an administrative hearing before your license suspension becomes automatic. Call (337) 201-9119 to schedule a free consultation with Precht Law Firm today.

Penalties for a Second-Offense OWI in Louisiana

A second OWI conviction within the 10-year lookback period is still a misdemeanor, but the consequences are considerably more serious. The fine ranges from $750 to $1,000, and the jail term runs from 30 days to six months.

At least 48 hours of that sentence must be served without benefit of parole, probation, or suspension. The alternative is serving 15 days in jail or completing 240 hours of community service, at least half of which must be litter abatement. A court-approved driver improvement program and ignition interlock device installation are both mandatory. Your license faces a 24-month suspension, though restricted driving privileges may be available once the interlock is in place.

Third-Offense OWI: Felony Charges & What’s at Stake

A third OWI conviction within Louisiana’s lookback period is a felony. The fine is $2,000, and imprisonment ranges from one to five years, with or without hard labor. At least one year must be served without benefit of parole, probation, or suspension.

Louisiana law also gives courts the authority to order that any vehicle used in the offense be seized and sold at auction. Fourth and subsequent convictions carry escalating felony penalties. The further you are from a first offense, the more critical it is to build a strong defense from day one.

Aggressive Representation with Open Communication

We approach every case as both aggressive advocates and reliable guides. That combination matters more on a repeat OWI charge, where the stakes are higher and the margin for error is narrower. Attorney Jordan T. Precht stays accessible throughout your case, not just at the beginning.

Our firm takes a proactive, client-first approach centered on protecting your rights and working toward a better outcome. You’ll understand your options at every stage and won’t be left wondering where your case stands.

Start Your Defense Before the Window Closes

Requests for an administrative driver’s license hearing after an OWI arrest must generally be filed within 30 days, or the suspension becomes automatic. That deadline runs from the moment of arrest, regardless of when your criminal case proceeds.

We offer a free consultation for OWI matters. The sooner we can review your situation, the more options we can put on the table. Call (337) 201-9119 to speak with Attorney Jordan T. Precht about your repeat OWI charge in Lafayette.