Most people who get charged with drunk driving never go to jail, but the fear is real. In Michigan, a DUI is called “Operating While Intoxicated” or “Operating While Visually Impaired.” Many people call lawyers for this reason. The real reasons to employ a lawyer for your DUI charge has much less to do with…
Have you been convicted of a DUI crime in Michigan? Are you ready to get your life back now that you’ve paid your penalties and you are committed to never drinking again? You are probably prepared to apply to receive your driver’s license back if your period of eligibility has started. One of the…
If you have just been pulled over, arrested, and charged with a DUI, or OWI (Operating While Intoxicated) in Michigan for the first time, you are probably still reeling from the encounter and worried about what comes next. While those of us in the criminal justice system are familiar with what goes on during an…
Have you or has someone you love been arrested for drunk driving in Michigan?
During the holidays, police departments across the nation tend to increase patrols on the roads to ensure safe travels for all citizens. As a result, more and more people find themselves facing charges or just having questions related to drinking and driving during this time of year. If you are reading this, however, you are…
Do you have to take a field sobriety test if you are stopped for a suspected DUI in Michigan? What should you do? In a previous post, I covered what you should do if you get pulled over for a suspected DUI. My advice isn’t to take the place of legal advice given to you…
Do you know what to do if you get pulled over for a DUI in Michigan? One of the most common reasons ordinary people become involved with the criminal justice system is for drinking and driving. In Michigan, there are two main charges dealing with driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol:
One of the most prominent types of arrests made during the holiday season is for drunk driving – or operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Are you wondering if marijuana use can affect you while you’re driving? Or if it can result in an OWI charge if you get in an accident? It turns out it can! At least, it can result in criminal charges if it is found in your bloodstream after a vehicle accident.
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