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was for drunk drivers. Can I fight this?
answered on Oct 18, 2017
Codeine is a "controlled substance" under Michigan's statute. You need a good lawyer - this is a complex case. I urge you to contact a Michigan lawyer and provide ALL information and details about this incident. If you do not have a prior DUI or related charge, you will likely be... View More 
The cop who booked him said if he has no intentions on ever coming back to Canada, he could just not show up to court for his hearing. With Ontario and Michigan having a reciprocity law, would the warrant there show up here? They impounded his car and took his license but was able to have someone... View More
answered on Oct 16, 2017
Have him hire a Canadian attorney right away. Don’t play games, as it can come back to haunt you. Your Michigan license and driving privileges will be affected.
answered on Oct 1, 2017
Trials can run anywhere from 30 minutes to over the course of several days, depending on the evidence and testimony presented.
In a DUI matter, it could take just 30 minutes for police and Datamaster operator to come in a testify that you were driving with a BAC over 0.08, and that the... View More
that's above the legal limit in Michigan but which would've been legal in my own state?
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answered on Aug 17, 2017
Unless a State Legislature mandates that a Miranda warning be given, OWI-DUI-DWI cases do not require it. Two reasons: (1) until cuffed for drunk driving, the person is NOT under arrest. Therefore, all of that is the "investigation" stage. A person should DO NO FIELD TESTS, and REMAIN... View More
I've already been sentenced, and part of my probation is one AA or equivalent meeting a month, but I also have to get an alcohol assessment done at a local rehab center. Since I've already been sentenced, can the judge impose additional conditions of my probation? Say, if I... View More
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answered on Aug 14, 2017
Such a sentencing provision usually adds that you must follow any recommended treatment plan.
answered on Aug 21, 2017
The court will know about it. It could mean that any plea deal you have goes out the window, allowing the judge to sentence you to whatever he or she wishes within the law. Obviously, you'll have this new charge to contend with as well.
merely being caught driving under the influence, correct?
answered on Apr 28, 2017
The short answer is "YES". There are different degrees of severity. Some activity is worse statutorily (by law) and some activity is worse perception-wise, but may be just as damaging. Your activity during the entire event is important, as is the investigation by police. Michigan DUI... View More
She was arrested Thursday in Traverse City for suspicion of drunk driving. She backed her car into a window at a Shell Gas station. No injuries. Her sisters are trying to contact her from different regions in the US, but with no luck. They have tried to cal the County Jail but there is a... View More
answered on Sep 11, 2016
Contact a local attorney. The attorney will know who to contact.
First offense. Her court appointed attorney said she should get in a class prior to sentencing. If she does this and after sentencing they assign a DUI classes will the classes prior to sentencing count? Thanks for your time
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answered on Oct 12, 2015
Yes, usually if the Judge has asked you to do this they will give you credit for doing so.
answered on Feb 18, 2014
It is unclear what your question is--what were your prior suspensions and/or charges?
I was parked and NOT in my car at the time. I was coming out of a restaurant and the officer was parked behind me. No flashers on, etc.
answered on Dec 10, 2011
You can certainly be arrested for DUI even though the officer did not see you. For example, if you are involved in an accident and the officer detects alcohol via a breath test. Need to know if you are talking about a specific set of circumstances or not.
answered on Dec 10, 2011
How much would you charge me to paint my house? I'd have to know a lot about your house. In the same way there is no answer to your question without knowing something about the specifics of a particular case. Having said that, attorney fees can range for less that $2,000 on up to $5,000 or $10,000.
answered on Jun 9, 2011
In order to answer your question, I need more information.
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