Michigan Criminal Charges that Impact Drivers’ Licenses
July 07, 2019 Michigan Driver's License
A driver’s license is more than a right; it’s often the means of obtaining a job and promptly traveling from point A to point B. Unfortunately, Michigan criminal convictions can impact your right to obtain or maintain a driver’s license,...
How a First-Time OWI Conviction Can Impact Your Life
June 06, 2019 OWI
Many people accept operating while intoxicated (OWI) charges without putting up a fight. Unfortunately, most of the accused have no idea of the penalties they will face when they plead guilty. However, this blog post will give you a good...
Trick Questions Police Officers Will Ask You
June 06, 2019 Criminal Defense
What’s the first thing an officer will say when they pull you over (aside from license and registration): a trick question. From the moment you’re pulled over, an officer’s number one priority is to gather evidence and build a case...
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”...
