Recent Posts in DUI Category

Can I Get My OWI Charges Reduced in Michigan?

If you have been arrested for an OWI in Michigan, a conviction can result in serious penalties. Not only does it result in serving time in jail, paying expensive fines and losing the ability to drive for an extended period of time, but also having a criminal record can have a negative impact on your life and reputation. Fortunately, it is possible to reduce the charges with the help of an ...

Are DUI Checkpoints Legal in Michigan?

Your Fourth Amendment right – the right to free from unlawful searches and seizures – is one of the most important rights you have, especially in terms of criminal law . Under the Fourth Amendment, law enforcement officers must have a valid justification for stopping you, searching you, and arresting you or confiscating your property. Although the Fourth Amendment is what protects you from law ...

Can I Get an MI OWI for Sleeping in My Car?

In order to avoid an OWI charge, there are several alternatives as opposed to drunk driving. For instance, requesting a ride from an Uber driver or calling a sober friend to be your designated driver. However, there are many people who do not realize how intoxicated they are until they get behind the wheel and attempt to drive. So what can you do when you recognize you are too intoxicated to ...

What are the Common DUI Arrest Mistakes People Make?

Arrested for DUI in Michigan? If you are not familiar with the criminal justice process, you are not alone. Getting arrested for drunk driving is not something most people know how to handle. For many individuals, this is the first time that they ever had to deal with the law, which can cause an ample amount of confusion. Unfortunately, there are many pitfalls that can be the difference between ...

What to Do if Your Child Is Arrested for a DUI

Maintaining the responsibility of children is difficult enough, but what happens if your child is arrested for driving under the influence? Although you might feel hurt or even betrayed by your child, you may also feel the need to help them fix their mistake. The question is how. Our team has created a list of steps for you to follow. Understand the Consequences When your child calls you and ...

Ignition Interlock Devices and The Continuing Headache of Getting Your Drivers' License Reinstated

If you have gone through the rigorous Secretary of State driver’s license restoration process, you are likely familiar with the interlock ignition device that can be placed in drivers’ vehicles to monitor sobriety. If you are familiar with these pesky devices, then you probably know that they can be a major hassle to drivers hoping to get their license fully restored. Michigan drivers dealing with ...

Avoid DUI & Being Involved in an Accident on St. Paddy's Day

Whether you are of Irish heritage or not, St. Patrick’s Day is a great opportunity to enjoy a night out on the town with friends. Unfortunately, the high rate of people who consume alcohol during the celebrations has led to a significant increase in drunk driving accidents and fatalities. Studies by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) state that around one-third of car crash ...

Will I Lose My Commercial Driver’s License if I Get a DUI?

If you drive a commercial truck, tow truck or bus, there’s a good chance that you have a commercial driver’s license (CDL); it’s required by law if you want to operate any large or heavy vehicle over a certain weight. Since driving these vehicles is typically a career choice, losing your license would be devastating. Not only would you lose your job, but also lose the ability to support your ...

6 Tips for Helping Party Guests Avoid a DUI

Now that September has arrived, fall and winter are just around the corner. Many Americans will be celebrating the season with family and friends, surrounded by large amounts of food, alcoholic beverages, and holiday cheer. Unfortunately, drunk driving accidents and fatalities rise dramatically this time of year, especially around Thanksgiving and Christmas time. If you plan on hosting a party ...

4 Common Mistakes Made in Michigan Driver's License Restoration Cases

Getting your driving privileges back after a DUI or OWI arrest can be a long and arduous process. It is critical to have a good understanding of the proceedings necessary to get you back on the road. Additionally, you need to be aware of the common missteps people often take to avoid prolonging driver’s license restoration. The following are the four most common mistakes when getting your license ...

What to Do If You're Pulled Over & Arrested for Drunk Driving

Getting pulled over by law enforcement can be a frightening and nerve-wracking experience, especially if you had a few alcoholic beverages before driving. Whether you consumed alcohol earlier in the night or a couple of minutes prior to getting behind the wheel, there is a possibility of getting arrested for drunk driving. However, there are certain steps you can take to avoid incriminating ...

Marijuana & DUI

Like most states, Michigan defines drunk driving as any motorist with a BAC of .08 percent or higher. Additionally, Michigan also has laws regarding drivers with certain illegal drugs in their system—including marijuana. If you drive and get arrested for having drugs like marijuana in your system, it is critical to understand that there are no devices available to measure the amount of narcotic in ...

Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device or BAIID

Drinking and driving is one of the more egregious crimes in our society and because of this, Michigan legislators have become increasingly tougher on those who commit the crime. One of the ways Michigan has cracked down on these offenses is to require those who have been convicted of two or more alcohol related offenses within seven years or three offenses within ten years to install a Breath ...

Mistakes to Avoid When Getting Your License Back

Being convicted of multiple moving violations or for driving under the influence ( DUI ) in Michigan will likely result in the temporary loss of your driver’s license. As important as it may be to do all you can to prevent this suspension or revocation in the first place, it may be just as crucial to know what you need to do – or not do – to get it back. The Michigan driver’s license restoration ...

Michigan's "Super Drunk" Driving Law: What You Need to Know

It’s been a little over five years since Michigan’s “Super Drunk” Driving Law took effect. The law specifically targets drivers with a blood alcohol content (“BAC”) of 0.17 or higher. Thus, the law aims to deter extremely intoxicated individuals from getting behind the wheel by imposing harsher punishments than a “standard” drunk driving charge—where the operator’s BAC is between 0.08 to 0.16. If ...

Michigan's OWI and DUI Laws

As summer winds down and students head back to school this fall, East Lansing and surrounding areas can expect crowded bars and a lively night life. Of course, if alcohol consumption figures into your plans for the night, transportation to and from bars, clubs or restaurants is vitally important to ensuring a safe night out. Most everyone has seen the campaigns against driving while drunk, and the ...