Alex C. Feggestad, 48, was arrested for his fourth OWI after an off-duty sergeant found him asleep behind the wheel on Highway 60 near I-90/94 in Arlington. The McFarland man showed signs of intoxication when deputies woke him, leading to additional charges of resisting an officer.

Fourth OWI offenses in Wisconsin carry mandatory jail time, license revocation, and substantial fines. Repeat drunk driving cases represent a persistent challenge for law enforcement, despite stricter penalties and public awareness campaigns aimed at reducing impaired driving incidents across the state.

Wisconsin continues to grapple with high rates of alcohol-related traffic violations despite comprehensive legal frameworks designed to deter repeat offenders. The arrest highlights ongoing difficulties in combating persistent drunk driving behavior even after multiple legal interventions.

Quick Fact: Feggestad was arrested around 6:30 p.m. on February 7.