According to the Michigan Department of State, it is unlawful in Michigan to drive while under the influence of alcohol. It is also unlawful to drive while under the influence of a Schedule I controlled substance. Schedule I controlled substances include many different narcotics and drugs, including cannabis. Understanding the consequences of drugged driving is...

The state of Michigan has plans for addressing DUIs during Thanksgiving weekend.  As a motorist, you could find yourself caught up in the state's efforts to stop impaired driving. Sometimes, the actions of state officials could result in your arrest and could have profound consequences for you. You need to know your rights as the...

In the Associated Press top 25 poll, University of Michigan football now ranks number three, according to The Blade. The University of Michigan Wolverines and the Michigan State University teams attract a lot of attention. This attention comes both from student fans and from people all over Michigan and all over the country who enjoy...

Flint college students attending University of Michigan- Flint, Mott Community College, Kettering University, and other local institutions are likely participating in the age-old past time of imbibing in alcoholic beverages. Although most college students do not turn 21 until their junior or senior years, in college, Villanova reports that around 80 percent of college students drink. While...

After a first offense OWI in Michigan, you have a lot of choices to make for how to respond to those to charges. First and foremost, it is always best to try to get charges dropped if you can. This could be an option when evidence was obtained illegally in violation of the Constitution and can be...

A blood alcohol concentration or drug test can be powerful evidence. If you are charged with a first offense DUI, you may not be sure what the rules are for submitting to a test and what happens if you don't. It is important to understand how laws apply. If you are required to submit to...

A 22-year-old Michigan man was arrested recently after being involved in a rollover accident. The man was able to avoid serious injury when he crashed his vehicle. However, police believe alcohol was a factor in the accident according to M Live. The man was arrested for impaired driving. It is common for police to test...

A first offense OWI is taken very seriously in Michigan. As the Department of State explains, even a first conviction can result in a mandatory six month suspension of a driver's license, although you can get a restricted license after 30 days. With a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .17 or above, the mandatory minimum...

Drivers who are arrested for impaired driving need to know what to do after an OWI arrest. Most drivers who face charges are accused of operating while impaired by alcohol, as drunk driving has long been the leading cause of OWI arrests. These drivers facing OWI charges will need to try to undermine evidence showing their...

Recently, a driver was convicted of manslaughter as well as 10 other offenses in connection with a motor vehicle accident that occurred after the motorist allegedly drove while impaired. According to Pix11, the driver had a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) between .13 and .14 percent after he left a nightclub on the evening of the accident....