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The Differences Between DWI and DWAI

There a number of differences between the two
DWI is a misdemeanor and DWAI is a traffic infraction
This makes the jail sentences for the two much different, with DWI resulting in longer and harsher sentences

Many people often ask us the differences on DWI vs. DWAI. Watch this video and contact experienced DWI Attorney Robert Friedman for defense.

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