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Drunk Driving in Michigan

There are few things more terrifying than being pulled over and arrested for driving under the influence. After being booked in and eventually bonded out of jail, the reality of the situation will begin to sink in and you wonder what will happen next. No matter how frightening the situation, just remember one thing—you have the right to an attorney who will help you fight your Michigan drunk-driving charges.

You may question whether you even need an attorney. However once you consider that the penalties for drunk driving in Michigan are far more severe than for other misdemeanor offenses, you may come to realize that hiring an experienced DUI defense attorney is one of the best decisions you could make. A DUI attorney will conduct his own investigation to discover evidence that will help your case, increasing your odds of a favorable outcome.

While there are many fine attorneys who take on a variety of criminal cases, you need an attorney who focuses solely on drunk-driving defense. Michigan’s DUI laws are complex and change frequently. A DUI attorney will be diligent in learning about statutory amendments and will develop cutting-edge defense strategies to help his clients.

The potential penalties for a Michigan drunk-driving conviction could include probation, fines, community service, loss of driving privileges, alcohol counseling, vehicle impoundment, and even incarceration. Your insurance costs may also rise once your insurer learns about your DUI. In extreme cases, your coverage may even be cancelled altogether. 

The legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit for drivers over the age of 21 is .08%. This ratio is determined by a breath, blood or urine test, which may be administered if the officer suspects that you are under the influence of alcohol. While you can refuse to take these tests, there are penalties for doing so. Testing over the legal limit doesn’t mean that you should automatically plead guilty—there are known problems with these tests, which your attorney may discover during his investigation.

Attorney Patrick Barone represents clients who have been accused of drunk driving in Michigan. He will aggressively defend your rights in order to help you avoid the consequences associated with a DUI conviction. Contact him today to discuss your case. You’ll be glad you did.