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1. Maynard Law Associates: Assault Child Abuse and Neglect Child Custody Child Support Criminal Law Divorce Domestic Violence Drivers License Drug Crimes DUIDWI Expungements Family Law Father Rights Felonies General Practice Homicide Landlord and Tenant Law Legal Separation Parole and Probation Paternity Sex Crimes Sexual Assault Theft Traffic Violations Weapons Charges Wills and Probate
2. Ellenson, Peter: * Assault and other violent crimes * Criminal appeals and habeas corpus petitions * Criminal sexual conduct * Drug offenses * Fraud and white collar crimes * Internet crimes * Juvenile court and delinquency hearings * Theft and property crimes * Weapons offenses
3. Melder & Melder: In Michigan, the crime of drunk driving is called OWI, which is an acronym that means "Operating While Intoxicated". Other common acronyms related to this type of offense are: * OWIÉÉ.Operating While Intoxicated * DUI.....Driving Under the Influence * DWIÉÉDriving While Intoxicated * OUILÉ... Operating under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs * OUIDÉ..Operating under the influence of drugs * UBALÉ.Unlawful Blood Alcohol Level In Michigan, the crime of OWI is usually classified as a misdemeanor, but depending on the number of any drunk driving convictions on your record, it can also be classified as a felony. It carries penalties that can include license revocation of up to five years, and the possibility of jail time of up to five years. Too often, a person charged with drunk driving believes that there is no defense to a drunk driving charge. There are many defenses, and it is important for your case to be reviewed by a qualified Michigan OWI Attorney to determine whether your case could be challenged. In 2007, the Governor of Michigan signed into law legislation that removes the 10 year look back period for all drunk driving offenses. Under prior law, a third offense would be considered a felony only if it occurred within a prior 10-year time period. Under this new amendment called, Heidi's Law, a driver arrested for drunk driving with two prior offenses, regardless of their age, will face felony charges. Why you need an expert Michigan drunk driving convictions and penalties can be long lasting and severe, both in court and with the Department of Secretary of State that regulates your driving privileges. These penalties and the numerous and complicated laws relating to motor vehicles, OWI charges and Michigan drunk driving laws should be taken very seriously. Experienced and skilled legal counsel may be able to help minimize your penalties while maximizing your defenses.
4. McGlincley Law Firm: minor infractions, misdemeanors, drunk driving, drug possession, narcotics sales, theft and grand larceny, white collar fraud, embezzlement, sex offenses, arson, and conspiracy.
5. Stearn, Todd: Did you know that if you receive a traffic ticket, your car insurance will go up? Sometimes up to twenty percent (20%). Did you also know that insurance companies sometimes charge you with Òpoints,Ó even where the offense carries no points with the Secretary of State? An experienced attorney that knows the system and the prosecutors can often get charges reduced down to no points for either the Insurance companies or the Secretary of State.
6. Liedel, Grinnan & Liedel: If you have been arrested for DUI, operating a recreational vehicle while intoxicated, or a drug violation, it is important that you contact an experienced criminal defense attorney who will be committed to defending your rights through every step of the legal process. OWI, operating while intoxicated, and OWVI, operating while visibly impaired, are the terms associated with drunk driving in Michigan, but are also commonly referred to as DWI, DWVI, OUIL and DUI. In Michigan, the legal limit for drinking and driving is a bodily alcohol content (BAC) of .08. Being a drunken passenger in a vehicle stopped by the police isn't much fun, but getting stopped as a drunk driver is far worse. In addition to hefty fines, losing your driver's license and possible jail time, a drunk driving arrest on can wreak havoc on your insurance premiums, driving record and your reputation. If your job involves driving, a conviction for drunk driving can interfere with you employment. If you are facing drunk driving charges in the Tri Country Detroit area, you need an experienced defense lawyer who knows the Michigan OWI laws, courts and the state criminal justice system. OWI/OWVI Drunk Driving Convictions and Penalties Penalties for a first offense are up to 93 days in jail, $100-$500 fine, community service, 30 day license suspension and a 150 day license restriction. A second offense may result in up to one year in jail and a minimum one year drivers license revocation. In Michigan, a third OWI offense is a felony conviction punishable by up to 5 years in jail and a fine up to $5,000. We will assess your individual situation and develop the proper strategy for handling your case. Whether you are caught driving a car, boat, ATV or other motor vehicle while intoxicated, contacting a skilled OWI attorney at our firm immediately can make the difference in your defense. Prior arrests for drunk driving, your driving record and other factors can affect the DWI penalty you may be facing. Challenging Your OWI/OWVI Arrest Because you are charged with OWI doesn't always mean you are guilty of driving drunk. Depending on the circumstances of your arrest, we will question the evidence against you. ... investigate whether the police had reasonable cause to stop you and if they followed proper procedures in administering field sobriety tests. If a breathalyzer was involved, .... determine if the device was working and used correctly. Factors such as proper calibration, strength and timing of breathe samples, and maintenance issues can affect a blood alcohol reading and the accuracy of your test. If you refused a breathalyzer test, your license may also be suspended for one year for an implied consent violation. Contacting an attorney early-on will help in defending against this charge as well.
7. Ribitwer & Sabbota: one small error in judgement may have long-lasting consequences for years to come. A drunk driving conviction in Michigan, which is sometimes referred to as driving under the influence, driving while intoxicated, operating while intoxicated, or the acronyms of OUI, DWI, DUI, UBAL, or UBAC affects people in a number of ways including: * Ability to obtain financial aid if your are a student * Alcohol assessment and treatment * Community service and probation * Criminal record * Fines and forfeitures * Increased insurance rates * Job loss * Mandatory jail or prison sentence * Points posted to your driving record * Suspension or loss of driver's license * Vehicle immobilization or forfeiture
8. Flood Lanctot Connor Stablein: Drunk driving is a serious offense in Michigan (Blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08 is presumed drunk). If you have been charged in Michigan (especially the area in and around Detroit) with DWI, you want a lawyer who understands Michigan’s DWI laws, the criminal process, the civil administrative hearings (that determine if you must surrender your driving privileges), and who has the skills and experience to provide you with the best possible defense.
9. Michael Steinberg: First offense impaired (Operating While Visibly Impaired-OWI) is a 4 point violation, 93 day misdemeanor offense, and will result in a restriction of license (to and from and during work, treatment, probation, community service and support groups) for 90 days. A $125 reinstatement fee is due at the end of restriction. Failure to do so will cause the license to be suspended. Fines and costs, amount dependent on the individual court, are imposed as is alcohol education and community service. First offense intoxicated (Operating While Under the Influence of Intoxicating Liquor-OUIL) is a 6 point violation, with no license whatsoever available for the first 30 days. Thereafter, a restricted license can be issued for a period of up to 6 months. In addition, Michigan has a identical charge called Unlawful Body Alcohol Level(UBAL), .10 or higher per 210 militers of blood. Note the above cases, licensure is governed by the Secretary of State-Drivers Licenses Appeals Division (DLAD) and not the courts. Second offense drunk driving is punishable up to one year in jail under state law and any combination of three violations under section 625 is a felony in the State of Michigan, punishable up to 5 years in prison. In addiiton, OUIL/UBAL/OWI causing Serious Injury is a 5 year felony. OUIL/UBAL/OWI Causing Death is a 15 year felony. If a driver gets any combination of the above, plus other alcohol offenses defined in MCL 257.625 (Unlawful Blood Alcohol Level .02-.07 under the age of 21), the license is mandatorily revoked for one year. THERE IS NO APPEAL WHATSOEVER. Same for any combination of 3 within 10 years. If a licensee gets a another violation of Section 625, during a period of revocation, the license is revoked for a manditory 5 years. NOTE: Multiple violations of the drunk driving law carry manditory impoundments of the vehicle and or forfeiture. It is the burden of the non violating driver to show that they had no knowledge that the operator was driving their vehicle intoxicated to avoid santions. In addition, it is a 90 day misdemeanor to knowingly allow someone to drive your vehicle drunk. Any moving violation (non-alcohol) during a period of revocation, increases the revocation for a like time period. That is if one is revoked for a year and get a speeding ticket, they get an additional year, with credit for the time that they did no violate the law. It is the burden on the licensee, after the period of revocation, to demonstrate, by clear and convincing evidence, that he/she has a period of sustained sobriety and that he/she can safely be returned to the road. In Michigan, at best a licensee, returning to the road after a period of revocation, can get a restricted license to and from work, treatment, serious medical conditions and support groups. They vehicle, by law, must have a DLAD approved ignition interlock system. After a year, the licensee can petition for full reinstatement.