What are aggravating factors in a Driving While Impaired?
An “aggravating factor” is a circumstance that can increase the severity of a criminal charge. With regards to a DWI charge (often called driving under the influence, or DUI), the presence of aggravating factors can be used to enhance a DWI charge from a misdemeanor to a gross misdemeanor, and, in some cases, to a felony. Aggravating factors for a...