Michigan
DWI / DUI Lawyer in Michigan
A DWI or DUI charge threatens your license, your record, and sometimes your freedom. These cases need real defense work — evidence review, procedural challenges, and negotiation. Start with a consultation so an attorney can evaluate your specific case.
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Charges like this one start with a short call. A licensed Michigan attorney reviews your case and explains your options before you pay anything.
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Why it matters in Michigan
What a dwi / dui costs in Michigan
- Typical fine
- $100–$500 first offense, plus costs and fees
- License points
- 6 points (OWI)
- Insurance impact
- An OWI conviction typically doubles Michigan premiums — already the nation's highest — for several years.
- License risk
- First-offense OWI brings a 30-day hard suspension followed by 150 days restricted; a 0.17+ BAC ('High BAC') means a 1-year suspension with interlock-restricted driving after 45 days.
Frequently asked questions
Is it called DUI or OWI in Michigan?
Michigan charges it as OWI — Operating While Intoxicated. There's also OWVI (visibly impaired) and a separate High BAC offense for 0.17 or above, each with different penalties. The exact charge matters a lot to your defense.
What happens to my license after a Michigan OWI arrest?
If you took the test and are later convicted, a first OWI means 30 days of no driving followed by 150 days restricted. Refusing the breath test triggers a separate 1-year implied-consent suspension you have only 14 days to challenge — talk to an attorney immediately.
Why isn't there a flat fee for OWI cases?
An OWI is a criminal prosecution built on evidence — the traffic stop, field sobriety tests, breath or blood results — that has to be reviewed before anyone can honestly tell you what your case needs. Start with a consultation so a Michigan attorney can evaluate your specific facts.
Can a first-offense OWI be reduced in Michigan?
Sometimes — reductions to OWVI or careless driving happen, and weak stops or flawed testing can lead to suppression or dismissal. Outcomes depend entirely on the evidence, which is why the consultation comes first.
What is Michigan's 'super drunk' law?
A BAC of 0.17 or higher is charged as High BAC, with up to 180 days jail, larger fines, and a full year of license sanctions. If you were charged at that level, getting counsel early matters even more.
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