Clare, MI DUI and OWI Law Firms & Lawyers

Cop must have evidence that you were driving while under the influence - so, if he has that evidence, then yes, if not, maybe cops can charge just about anything, but that does not mean you will be convicted or even face the charge for very long In response to your DUI Questions: I am a criminal defense attorney that focuses on DUI cases. If you would like to discuss your case, please contact me. Some important information- If you have been served with a Notice of Revocation, then you have 7 days to request a hearing. Please do that immediately by going to your local DMV office, tell them you got a DUI and you want to request a hearing. They will give you a form. DO NOT REQUEST THE OFFICER. We can do that later if we choose to, but most often it means you will lose. The receipt DMV gives you allows you to drive until the day of the hearing. Representation begins when client pays attorney an agreed upon retainer and returns a signed fee agreement.

A prior offense will mean that your maximum penalty will increase from 93 days in jail to one year in jail. You are much more likely to face time in jail on a second offense. Also, you will face a license revocation rather than merely a suspension. The fines and costs also increase. It's time to get an attorney. Write if you have other questions.

If this is your first DUI and there were no aggravating factors, such as, accident or injuries, you should get probation. However, if your BAC is over .2, there is a mandatory 10 day jail sentence.