OWI / OUI / DUI Defense

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If you have been arrested on drunk driving charges, contact an experienced and aggressive Michigan DUI defense attorney at the Reeves Law Group with offices located throughout Michigan. Our understanding of the complexities of Michigan drunk driving law, together with our ability to protect your right to drive, can make all of the difference in the resolution of the case against you.

Under Michigan law, there is no offense formally designated as driving under the influence, or DUI. Instead, our statutes define three different crimes, in increasing order of severity: operating while intoxicated (OWI), unlawful bodily alcohol level (UBAL), and operating under the influence of liquor (OUIL). Each is punishable by jail, a fine, a license suspension, immobilization or impoundment of the vehicle, community service, or a license suspension. In most cases involving a first offense, two days of jail, a six-month license suspension, and a fine are the most common penalties.

The penalties for a second drunk driving conviction are much greater than they are for a first offense, with heavier fines, longer jail terms, and a one-year license revocation. A third conviction for drunk driving is punished as a felony with a prison term of from one to five years. Repeat OUIL or UBAL convictions can also carry the penalty of forfeiture of your car.

At the Reeves Law Group, we take an aggressive approach to drunk driving defense and attack the charges on multiple levels, not only to minimize your exposure to punishment, but also to protect your right to drive. We analyze the circumstances of your arrest to see whether the officer had probable cause to pull you over or suspect you of any DUI offense. Additionally, we make an independent assessment of the blood alcohol tests to see whether any weaknesses in the prosecution's lab work can be identified and presented. In the meantime, we also go to work to protect your right to drive by applying for a hearing for a conditional or hardship license. In some cases, we can negotiate with the prosecution in order to reduce the charges to careless or reckless driving.

Our lawyers also represent persons charged with drunk boating on the Detroit River or any of the Great Lakes or inland lakes, and persons charged with operating a snowmobile while intoxicated. Our thorough understanding of Michigan's drunk driving laws and our experience in presenting effective defenses in difficult cases can make a significant difference in the ultimate resolution of your case. For additional information about our ability to represent you, contact us for a free consultation.