Drunk driving charges can sometimes arise in unusual circumstances. Police in Pittsfield Township (in Washtenaw County near Ann Arbor) recently arrested a man after he drove to the police station to use the … read more

In cases where alleged drunk driving causes an accident that results in serious impairment of bodily function of another person, the driver can be charged with a felony. He or she faces imprisonment of up to five years and a fine of between $1,000 and $5,000.

If alleged drunk driving results in the death of another person, the driver … read more

First Offense

Someone convicted of a first OWI offense can face up to 93 days in jail, a license suspension for up to six months (eligible for a restricted license after 30 days), six license points, a fine of between $100 and $500 and a $1,000 driver responsibility fee for two years. There is also the possibility of the assignment of up to 360 hours of community service, the mandated use of an ignition interlock device and the … read more

Operating While Visibly Impaired (OWVI) is charged when a person’s ability to drive is visibly impaired due to alcohol or other drugs.

Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) may include three different types of violations:

Under the first type of OWI, a person’s ability to drive safely is substantially affected by alcohol or drugs.
The second type of OWI requires a blood … read more

There are ways to plead for a lesser offense in Michigan, such as receiving a “wet reckless” or reckless driving charge instead of an OWI. It is also possible to seek reduced penalties, such as community service or the installation of an ignition interlock device, but you need the help of an… read more

When we showed up for trial and I was ready to go and began talking to the prosecutor about how the cop didn’t properly evaluate the field sobriety tests and how my… read more