Boating While Intoxicated Lawyer in Iowa City
Prevent a Criminal Conviction from Ruining Your Future
Boating in Iowa — particularly on the Coralville Reservoir — is a much-loved summer tradition subject to fewer legal restrictions than driving a motor vehicle. The state's boating regulations, for example, do not prohibit open containers. In this atmosphere of fun and recreation, boaters may make uncharacteristic errors in judgment or find themselves in difficult legal situations with serious consequences. If you were charged with operating a boat while intoxicated, call Keegan, Tindal & Jaeger for an Iowa City criminal defense attorney who can help.
Dial (319) 499-5524 now or contact us online to schedule your free consultation with our team.
Helping You Avoid Serious Consequences
Whenever you are charged with a criminal offense, the first thing to do is get help from a qualified legal professional. Since BWI offenses carry high fines, possible jail time and the risk of a felony conviction, an effective defense is vital to preserving your clean boating record.
The penalties of a conviction could include:
- Jail time
- Fines of up to $1,000 or more
- A criminal record following you for years to come
In 2011, Iowa lowered the legal blood alcohol level for boating to .08, which is the same limit for operating a motor vehicle. As with OWI/DUI charges, a person's third BWI offense within 12 years is classified as a felony. Because BWI carries such serious penalties in Iowa, defendants benefit from an aggressive defense.
Call Us Today
At Keegan, Tindal & Jaeger, our experienced lawyers understand Iowa's BWI laws and have developed strategies for defending clients against these charges. J. Dean Keegan brings more than 20 years of defense experience to your case. During your free initial consultation, we will discuss the circumstances of your situation and help you prepare for the upcoming proceedings.
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SUCCESSFUL results for our clients
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2nd Degree Sexual Abuse; 1st Degree Burglary Acquitted of Multiple Forcible Felonies
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First Degree Murder and Child Endangerment Causing Death Acquitted of First Degree Murder at Trial
Henry County FECR005634. Attorney Tindal’s client was charged with First Degree Murder and Child Endangerment Causing Death. Following a two week trial, the Defendant was acquitted of all charges.
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Vehicular Homicide Charges Reduced, No Incarceration Imposed
Muscatine County FECR056673. Vehicular Homicide was reduced to Involuntary Manslaughter. Total sentence was suspended.
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Felony Drug Charges Charges Dismissed
Muscatine County FECR050038. Attorney Dean Keegan's client was charged with two counts of controlled substance violation, as well as two counts of failure to affix tax stamp. After a year of court appearances and negotiating with the prosecutor, all charges were dismissed with costs assessed to the State.
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Carrying Weapons, Public Intoxication, & Disorderly Conduct Carrying Weapons & Public Intoxication Charges D
Linn County AGCR108044. Attorney Dean Keegan's client was charged with Carrying Weapons, Public Intoxication, and Disorderly Conduct. After plea negotiations with the State, Mr. Keegan was successful in dismissing the Carrying Weapons and Public Intoxication charges.
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Possession with Intent to Distribute Charges Dismissed
Iowa County FECR010358. Attorney Tindal was able to show the Court that his client was detained in violation of his Constitutional rights and that the K9 utilized in the search was unreliable. Following hearing all charges were dismissed.
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Operating While Intoxicated No Suspension of Driving Privileges
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Second Degree Sexual Abuse and Other Charges Acquittal at Trial
Johnson County FECR089277. The Defendant was charged with Second Degree Sexual Abuse and other charges. Following a one-week trial by Mr. Tindal, the Defendant was acquitted of all charges.
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Embezzlement No Criminal Charges Filed
Cedar Rapids, Linn County, Iowa. An employee of a Cedar Rapids business accused of embezzling six million dollars was not charged criminally after the County Attorney agreed to abide by an agreement negotiated by Attorneys J. Dean Keegan and Jerald Kinnamon in which the accused would pay two million dollars to the company.
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Trafficking Stolen Weapons and Misdemeanor Theft Charge Dismissed
Scott County FECR384046. The Defendant was charged with Trafficking Stolen Weapons and Misdemeanor Theft. The Court dismissed the felony following a Motion litigated by Mr. Tindal. The Defendant subsequently pled to the remaining misdemeanor.
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