Q: I live in FL but received a 4th DUI in MI but they only charged me for a 1st time DUI what will happen in FL?
A: Based on your question you live in Florida but received a DUI in Michigan. As such you will have a criminal case to deal with in Michigan not in Florida. You will need to hire the best possible criminal lawyer in the area in Michigan where your case is pending. I'm assuming you have a Florida drivers license since you live in Florida. The State of Michigan will not be able to suspend your Florida drivers license. That license was issued by Florida and can only be suspended by Florida. You can assume Michigan will notify Florida of the DUI in Michigan at which point Florida will take steps to suspend your Florida drivers license.
A: You must immediately retain a local criminal defense counsel in that Michigan county to protect your legal rights. It does not look great for your driving privileges.
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