About Zimarowski Law Offices — Criminal Defense Morgantown WV
Zimarowski Law Offices is a criminal defense Morgantown firm at 505 Ashebrooke Square, representing clients in state and federal courts across North Central West Virginia. The office also serves the West Virginia University faculty and student community, with familiarity in campus-adjacent investigations. Mon County residents can also compare counsel through the Morgantown attorney directory.
The firm covers trials, hearings, and motions practice in Monongalia, Marion, Preston, Harrison, Taylor, and Barbour counties. Federal matters are handled in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of West Virginia.
What Clients Say
Reviewers describe Zimarowski as excellent, professional, and the best legal aid in the state. Clients who have used the firm express strong intent to return for future legal needs, which is notable in criminal defense where repeat hires are uncommon. The reviews emphasize trust and satisfaction.
Criminal Defense Morgantown — Practice Areas & Services
- Misdemeanor and felony defense in state circuit and magistrate courts
- Federal criminal defense in the Northern District of West Virginia
- DUI defense, license hearings, and appeals across six North Central counties
- Campus and WVU-related student conduct and criminal matters
- Civil litigation adjunct to criminal proceedings
Frequently Asked Questions
What are typical penalties for a first DUI in West Virginia?
A first-offense DUI with a BAC under 0.15 generally carries up to six months in jail and a fine up to $500, plus a 15-day to 6-month license revocation. Penalties escalate quickly with aggravating factors under W. Va. Code § 17C-5-2.
How long do I have to appeal a West Virginia conviction?
Notice of appeal in a West Virginia criminal case must typically be filed within four months of the final judgment. Specific deadlines vary by the type of conviction and whether post-trial motions are filed.
Where are Morgantown criminal cases heard?
Misdemeanor cases are typically heard in Monongalia County Magistrate Court at 75 High Street. Felonies are filed in Monongalia County Circuit Court at 243 High Street, with federal cases moving to the Clarksburg federal courthouse.
Quick Facts: Criminal Defense in Morgantown, West Virginia
- West Virginia DUI penalty (first offense, BAC under 0.15): up to 6 months jail, up to $500 fine — W. Va. Code § 17C-5-2
- West Virginia criminal appeal window: typically 4 months from final judgment — W. Va. R. App. P. 5
- Monongalia County population (2023): approximately 106,000 residents — U.S. Census Bureau
