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(269) 948-9400
Hastings Michigan DUI Lawyer
Tromp Law Office
501 West State Street
Hastings, MI 49058
What Happens To First Time Offenders in Michigan?
When a driver is first arrested, he or she is required to stay in jail from 4 to 24 hours, depending on the blood alcohol level. Then, they will be arraigned to determine bond.
Michigan is a "0.08" State, meaning that any breath alcohol level over a 0.08 is a punishable criminal offense. Penalties vary depending upon whether you are a first offender, as well as the specifics of the situation, such as the actual blood alcohol content at arrest. Penalties include anything from fines, probation, driver license sanctions, and even car forfeiture and imprisonment. The penalties increase based on breath alcohol level and circumstances for the particular offense.
CONSEQUENCES OF A First CONVICTION OF DRINKING/DRIVING OFFENSE IN MICHIGAN
A. Criminal Penalties for Conviction of Operating Under the Influence of Liquor (OUIL), Unlawful Bodily Alcohol Content (UBAC), and Operating While Intoxicated (OWI).
- UBAC - First Offense- $100.00 to $500.00 fine plus costs. Up to 93 days jail and up to 45 days of Community Service.
- OWI - First Offense Up to $300.00 fine plus costs. Up to 93 days jail and up to 45 days of Community Service
B. Screening and Additional Costs. All convictions for alcohol related driving offenses require the judge to order the defendant to undergo screening for substance abuse, and rehabilitation may be part of any sentence, all at defendant’s expense. [MCL 257.625b(5)] In addition, the defendant may be ordered to pay the costs of prosecution. [MCL 257.625(12) ]
There are three distinct drunk driving offenses in Michigan:
- Operating white impared (OWI)
- Driving with an unlawful bodily alcohol level/content (UBAL/UBAC)
For 1st Offenders (no prior related offenses):
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
- TYPE OF CASES MY FIRM HANDLES
I handle many types of criminal cases including Drinking and Driving (OWI/DWI) and Traffic Offenses.
- YOU SHOULD HIRE ME IF:
You want an experienced trial attorney who will personally handle your file. I will not hesitate to go to trial on your case; that decision, however, will ultimately be yours.
- IF YOU WANT TO TELL MY LAW FIRM ABOUT YOUR SITUATION YOU SHOULD:
I personally communicate with you. If I am in Court when you call, you can leave a message with my receptionist. I personally guarantee you will hear back from me in 24-hours, or less - most often, much less. My office phone is (269) 948-9400
- MY CLIENTS WILL TELL YOU THAT:
My level of experience, knowledge of the law, and personal familiarity with the judges, prosecutors, and system is a great advantage. In addition, my personal and regular contact with clients, availability and involvement with every aspect of the case bring the most favorable results.
- MY PHILOSOPHY ON HOW WE APPROACH OUR CASES IS:
Depending on the type of case I like to find out as much as I can about the facts of the case and talk to anyone who can help our defense. At that time we can discuss our options. The stronger our defense appears to the prosecutor, the better our chances are of getting a favorable result.
- IF YOU WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT MY FIRM YOU SHOULD:
During our initial consultation I will answer any questions. Please call (269) 948-9400.
