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....

Younger people are more likely than older people to become involved in an impaired driving accident or to otherwise drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. NewsOK recently looked at the prevalence of impaired driving among young adults as well as looking at the consequences of impaired driving for young people. Young Adults and OWI...

When you have been arrested for operating while impaired in Michigan, prosecutors may try to convince you not to mount on OWI defense. Instead, prosecutors may want you to agree to a plea deal before your case goes to trial. A prosecutor could offer to allow you to plead guilty to a less serious crime than...

In 2013, the Supreme Court heard a case about blood alcohol content testing called Missouri v. McNeely. The case surrounded warrantless blood tests taken from defendants who were suspected of driving while impaired by alcohol. Police had forced a defendant to take a blood test with no warrant, arguing exigent circumstances. The warrantless test needed...

Law enforcement routinely increases enforcement and puts together special programs aimed at preventing impaired driving over the holiday season. Michigan State Police indicates an increase in arrests for OWI on key days during the holiday season. Motorists need to be aware of the days when police are likely to be out in full force watching...

Fans of the Michigan Wolverines, Detroit Lions and teams may enjoy football season by having a few drinks. It is very common for people to consume alcohol when they are watching football, with ABC reporting one in 12 fans leave football stadiums such as Ford Field legally drunk and a Department of Transportation report indicating 45 percent...

A motorist with - or without - a commercial license can be arrested for OWI in Michigan when found in the driver's seat of a commercial motor vehicle. Motorists with or without a commercial license can also be arrested even if the vehicle is parked or stopped, as long as any part of the vehicle...