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Facing OWI charges in Wisconsin? Every case deserves a strong defense. Yours starts with a free 10-minute case review

When you’re arrested for drunk driving, the clock starts ticking. Deadlines for license suspension hearings and evidence requests arrive fast. A short conversation with Attorney Stangl can clarify your options and reveal defenses you may not realize exist.

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32+ Years Defending Wisconsin
Nationally Recognized Criminal Defense
3 Consecutive OWI 5th/6th Dismissals in One Month

If there's a way to win your case, Stangl Law will find it.

 

Patrick Stangl has defended Wisconsin clients since 1991 in OWI, DUI, and other criminal cases. He is a nationally recognized trial lawyer known for thorough investigation and constitutional defense strategy.

When your freedom and record are on the line, you deserve a lawyer who won’t treat you like a case number.

Stangl Law can help you get fair treatment, whether this is your first drunk driving or other criminal offense, or you have prior convictions. He can:

  • Review the case for defects.
  • Potentially move for the suppression of evidence.
  • Compel the discovery of evidence to support your innocence.
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Your arrest may contain errors worth challenging.

Every traffic stop, field test, and arrest must follow strict legal procedures. Attorney Stangl can review how you were stopped, tested, and charged. In one recent case, he successfully argued that a brake light stop wasn't legally justified, leading to suppression of all evidence including a .22 BAC blood test. We can examine every detail of your case for similar issues.

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We've defended cases involving mandatory prison exposure and prior offenses.

Wisconsin law imposes mandatory prison sentences for some OWI convictions. Attorney Stangl has extensive experience challenging these cases by examining prior convictions for constitutional issues, investigating arrest procedures, and identifying testimonial inconsistencies. In one month alone, he successfully defended three separate 5th/6th offense cases.

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Time-sensitive deadlines affect your defense options. Act now.

From the moment you're charged, critical deadlines are running. We can work immediately to review procedures used in your arrest, request and examine all available evidence, identify potential constitutional issues, and explore all possible defense strategies.

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OWI success stories

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From legal wreckage to total victory for a former UW athlete

"My case was mangled by another attorney, leaving me with a complex OWI and Implied Consent charge I couldn’t afford to lose. Pat picked up the fractured remains of my defense and, with surgical precision, built a winning case. From the moment I met him, I knew he had the mindset and heart of a champion. He takes an emotional stake in his clients and their futures. I could not be more relieved and grateful for his results."

 

OWI dismissal after unconstitutional arrest

A client facing OWI-PAC 1st after a crash and a language barrier was expected to plead guilty. At trial, Attorney Stangl dismantled the officer’s field sobriety testimony, leading the judge to disregard it entirely. He then argued a lack of probable cause, making the blood test irrelevant. The court dismissed all charges.

Sixth-offense OWI felony reduced, prison avoided for Shawn J.

"Facing OWI and PAC charges as a 6th offense, I was staring at a guaranteed prison sentence and losing my family, job, and home. Pat fought relentlessly and got the charge reduced, saving me from prison and preserving everything I worked for. Forget the rest—just hire the BEST. Pat gave me my life and future back."

Four consecutive jury trial acquittals

In St. Croix County, Pat Stangl’s client faced OWI and PAC with a BAC allegedly 3.5× the limit. Attorney Stangl got the PAC dismissed mid-trial for lack of expert linkage to driving time. The jury returned a unanimous not guilty verdict—his fourth straight jury win, totaling eight charges beaten.

Felony 5th OWI downgraded to first offense for Robert Tomfohrde

“I was charged with felony OWI 5th and terrified I’d lose my liberty, livelihood, and future. Pat investigated my prior convictions, proved several were unconstitutional, and got my case reduced to a civil OWI 1st. I went from likely prison time to no criminal conviction at all. Hiring him was one of the best decisions of my life.”

About Attorney Pat Stangl

Nationally-recognized for excellence, Wisconsin Criminal Defense Attorney Patrick J. Stangl has been practicing law in the Badger State since 1991.

While his expertise spans the breadth of criminal law, Attorney Stangl is well-known for his impressive record as a Wisconsin OWI attorney, defending all types of drunk driving and driving under the influence charges such as OWI, DUI, DWI, BAC, PAC and more.

Your questions—answered

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What is included in the free consultation and is there any obligation?

Stangl Law offers a free 10-minute, no-obligation consultation with attorney Patrick J. Stangl. During this session, you’ll discuss your OWI, PAC, or drunk-driving charge, review what happened, and determine whether the firm is the right fit for your defense. There’s no cost or commitment to hire us after this initial call.

How quickly do I need to act after being charged with an OWI in Wisconsin?

It’s crucial to act as fast as possible. After an OWI arrest, you have only about 10 days to request an administrative hearing to challenge your driver’s license suspension. The sooner you contact an attorney, the more options you have to challenge the stop, the testing, or the way your rights were handled. Early involvement also helps preserve evidence and gives your attorney time to build a strong defense. Don't leave this page without submitting the form.

What kinds of OWI cases do you handle and what defense strategies do you use?

Stangl Law represents clients facing all types of OWI, DUI, DWI, BAC, and PAC charges, from first-time offenses to repeat or enhanced penalties. Our defense approach depends entirely on the specific facts and circmstances of your case which is why it's critical to get in touch now.

Our defense strategies include but are certainly not limited to reviewing the traffic stop for legal defects, examining the officer’s training and the accuracy of field sobriety tests, challenging breath or blood test results, and contesting the administrative license suspension.

What should I bring or be prepared to discuss during our consultation?

You should be ready to share or bring details about when and where you were stopped, what happened during the interaction with law enforcement, whether you took or refused a breath, blood, or urine test, and what paperwork you received. It’s also helpful to provide any prior OWI history, lab results, or citations. The more information you can give, the more accurate the initial assessment will be.

What are the possible fees or costs and how do you handle payment?

Unlike other law firms, we are 100% transparent about our fee structure. While the consultation is free, OWI defense typically involves a retainer that covers investigation and pre-trial work, with additional fees if the case proceeds to trial. Costs may include expert analysis or other case-specific expenses. During your consultation, the firm will clearly explain the fee structure, what work is included, and how payment arrangements are handled. Get in touch now.

Your case deserves an experienced defense—and you need an attorney who will examine every aspect of your case.

With over 32 years defending Wisconsin clients against criminal charges, Attorney Pat Stangl knows exactly what to look for in police reports, arrest procedures, and evidence. We'll thoroughly review your case for all possible defenses. Don’t wait—fill out the form below and get started. We’re waiting for your submission.
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