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The DWAI or driving while ability impaired offense is considered a violation as opposed to a crime. However, if convicted of DWAI, penalties can be very tough. For a first offense, a DWAI conviction will bring fines, surcharges and a 90 day suspension of driving privileges.

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If by this you mean Driving Without Automobile Insurance, and you received a citation from a Police Officer, then yes, it is. Any time you receive a written citation from a police officer, it is considered a "Misdemeanor"

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