Category: DUI/OWI

Facing a DUI charge can be overwhelming, but understanding how to stay out of jail after a DUI in Michigan is crucial if you want to protect your freedom, your driving privileges, and your future. Michigan DUI penalties can be severe, with jail time often a real possibility for many (especially repeat) offenders. However,...

A drive home after a night out can take an unexpected turn when law enforcement stops a vehicle to assess impairment. Officers may ask drivers to perform field sobriety tests or provide breath samples, and even minor missteps can lead to serious consequences such as fines, license suspension, or jail time. Even...

Location Matters When someone contacts our firm about a DUI case, the first thing we’ll ask is “where is it?” For Michigan DUI lawyers like us, the importance of “where” cannot be overstated. My team and I limit where we’ll take a DUI case to...

Imagine being required to prove your sobriety multiple times a day, with each test potentially determining whether you remain free or not. For thousands of Michigan residents facing DUI charges in the Greater Detroit area, including Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties, this isn’t a hypothetical scenario—it’s their daily reality under bond conditions.

Key Takeaways Miranda Rights are not required in most DUI arrests in Michigan. While Miranda violations can impact certain cases, DUI convictions primarily rely on physical evidence rather than statements made during arrest. The dedicated DUI...

Michigan 3rd Offense Felony DUI Penalties & Strategies https://youtu.be/g2AILedu8fA Key Takeaways A third DUI offense in Michigan is a felony. Even so, with an effective strategy,...

Key Takeaways In Michigan DUI cases, negotiating a plea bargain can be a very important strategy. It often leads to reduced charges and lighter sentences. Penalties for DUI offenses in Michigan depend largely on blood alcohol content (BAC) and...

What Happens After a First Time DUI Offense in Michigan? https://youtu.be/mQCRnBGzGjU How Severe is a 1st Offense DUI Charge in Michigan? After more than 30 years practicing as Michigan DUI lawyers, my...

Key Takeaways A Michigan DUI is expensive, and the law intends for it to be that way. There are numerous charges that must be paid, including, but not limited to: Court fines and costs, and...

A DUI charge does not mean that a person has a drinking problem. In fact, most people arrested for drunk driving do NOT. However, in some cases, a drunk driving arrest can be a sign that someone’s relationship with alcohol has become troublesome. How do you tell the difference?

Key Takeaways A second DUI conviction in Michigan leads to mandatory license revocation, with no exceptions by a judge. Restoring a revoked license requires filing and winning a formal appeal with the Michigan Secretary of State.