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Ignition Interlock Violations and the Michigan Secretary of State

Posted on September 20, 2023

In our roles as Michigan driver’s license restoration lawyers, we handle a lot of ignition interlock violation cases. We regularly save people from having their licenses permanently revoked. Many interlock violations seem unnecessary, and indeed, some really are unfair. However, there are also others that arise because a person does, in fact, test positive...

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Find the Right DUI Lawyer for 3rd Offense DUI in Michigan

Posted on August 23, 2023

A third DUI in Michigan is a felony that brings significant penalties, including possible prison time, long-term license revocation, and strict supervision. When you begin comparing attorneys, you should have clear information about what the case involves, what the evidence means, and how your court typically handles repeat-offense DUI charges. A strong...

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What’s so Special About Us?

Posted on August 21, 2023

Perhaps the most important thing to know about our firm is that we are a genuine Michigan driver’s license restoration and DUI lawyers. We don’t just “do” license cases – we GUARANTEE to win them because they are the focus of our practice. Each year, my team and I handle well over 200 license appeal...

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How to Strategically Fight a DUI Charge in Michigan

Posted on August 21, 2023

A Michigan DUI case will NOT dismiss itself The only way to beat a DUI charge is to challenge the evidence. This must always be done as part of an intelligent defense strategy. A week before this article was updated, my team and I were able to successfully...

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How to Prove Sobriety In Michigan License Restoration

Posted on August 21, 2023

For as complicated as Michigan driver’s license restoration and clearance appeals are, the main thing you must do is prove that you have given up drinking for good. In this section, I want to explain what that means in the context of being able to win your license back...

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The First Thing you Should do After a DUI Arrest In Michigan

Posted on August 21, 2023

If you’ve been arrested for a Michigan DUI charge in The Greater-Detroit area (meaning anywhere in Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, or the surrounding counties), the very first thing you should do is pause for a moment and take a deep breath. Although it can seems difficult to do otherwise – try not to panic. Sure,...

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Michigan Indecent Exposure Case: Navigate Legal Challenges

Posted on August 21, 2023

In Michigan, the same law governs both indecent exposure and aggravated indecent exposure. Indecent exposure is more like “flashing.” An exposure is “aggravated” if a person is seen fondling or touching his (or her) genitals. Michigan State Indecent Exposure Law Overview The aggravated charge carries...

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DUI Success – Getting the best Result in your Case

Posted on August 21, 2023

Results Matter Getting arrested for a DUI is never good news, but if you find yourself facing a drunk driving charge, then your lawyer has to make sure you get the best and most lenient outcome possible. The single most important issue...

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DUI In Troy 52-4 District Court

Posted on August 21, 2023

Because of Troy’s central location in the suburban Detroit area, the 52-4 District Court is like Grand Central Station for DUI cases. Troy’s geography is the reason I opened my first physical office there in 1993. The City of Troy calls itself “The city of tomorrow, today,” and that description is as...

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Preparing for the Michigan License Restoration Hearing

Posted on August 21, 2023

After the substance use evaluation has been checked and the letters of support have been edited, revised, and then passed our team’s final proofreading, we’ll file all the required documents and wait to be notified of our license appeal hearing date. The notice, when received, will contains 2 vital pieces of information:

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Understanding Key Evidence in Michigan 1st Offense DUI Cases

Posted on August 21, 2023

The Evidence As your Michigan DUI lawyers, the first thing we'll do is critically evaluate every bit of the evidence, starting from the reason for your first contact with the police (including things like the details provided in a cell-phone tip). From there, we’ll look at field sobriety tests...

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How to Avoid Jail Time for a 3rd DUI Offense in Michigan?

Posted on August 16, 2023

Key Takeaways In Michigan, a 3rd DUI arrest within a person’s lifetime results in a felony charge. The maximum penalty for a 3rd offense DUI is up to 5 years in state prison. The minimum jail time...