Do You Have to Take a Breathalyzer Test?
November 11, 2019 DUI
Most drunk driving accidents in Michigan are caused by drivers who have blood alcohol contents (BACs) of 0.15 or more. For this reason, Michigan officers may ask citizens suspected of drunk driving to take breathalyzer tests. However, what many don’t...
What Happens If You Fail to Appear in Criminal Court in MI?
October 10, 2019 Criminal Defense
If you were arrested for a criminal offense or accused of a serious traffic violation, you will be required to appear in court on a certain date. But what happens if you fail to appear (FTA) in court or attend...
Can Passengers Face Charges in OWI Arrests
Those arrested for operating while intoxicated (OWI) charges could face stiff penalties; which begs the question, can OWI passengers face charges as well? Let’s take a look at some circumstances where passengers could be charged. Open Container Laws Open container...
Michigan Senate Committee Passes “Raise the Age” Legislation
October 10, 2019 Criminal Defense|News
On October 10, 2019, a Senate panel passed a package of bipartisan bills—16 in total—that would raise the age at which juvenile offenders would be automatically treated as adults in Michigan. Currently, 17-year-olds are viewed as adults in the criminal...
Why You Shouldn’t Sleep in Your Car when Drunk
October 10, 2019 DUI
People use their cars as makeshift beds all the time, but sleeping in a car while drunk isn’t a good idea. You may be surprised to learn that sleeping in your car while intoxicated could result in operating while intoxicated...
