Do I Have To Tell My Boss About My OWI Arrest?
July 07, 2019 DUI
An OWI conviction in Michigan can lead to serious criminal penalties that can have a negative impact on your personal life and professional reputation. Fortunately, getting arrested doesn’t mean that you are guilty of the crime, which is why it...
Michigan Driver’s License Restoration Is Possible!
July 07, 2019 DUI|Michigan Driver's License
Criminal charges can result in penalties like jail time, fines, and more. Surprisingly, Michigan criminal convictions can also result in a loss of license or temporary license suspension. If you or a loved one has lost the right to drive,...
Can I Refuse to Take a Field Sobriety Test?
When law enforcement makes a traffic stop and suspects you of drunk driving, the officer may ask you to perform one or several field sobriety tests (FSTs). These tests are used by the police to determine whether or not a...
Aggravating Factors of a Michigan OWI
May 05, 2019 Criminal Defense|DUI
A Michigan OWI conviction results in serious penalties. A first-time offense leads to a jail sentence of up to 93 days, fines no more than $500, and license suspension for up to 180 days. However, there are certain “aggravating circumstances”...
What Not to Do at a DUI Checkpoint
April 04, 2019 DUI
In many states, the police set up DUI checkpoints designed to check drivers for signs of intoxication. The legality of these checkpoints has been a point of hot debate for several years. For most people, the concern seems to be...