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If you’re facing a suspended license, a DUI charge, or have been hit with multiple traffic violations, navigating the legal process alone can be overwhelming. Michigan driver’s license attorneys can provide the expertise and representation needed to defend your driving privileges and help you get back on the road. From fighting tickets to restoring your license, here are five of the most common case types we see at our law firm.
1. DUI/OWI Defense
While many states use the term DUI (Driving Under the Influence), Michigan uses a broader term – Operating While Intoxicated, or OWI. This allows an individual to be charged even if a vehicle is not moving. For instance, if you are sitting in the driver’s seat with the engine running (perhaps in a parking lot) but aren’t actively driving a motor vehicle, you can be cited for an OWI.
As a drivers license attorney, I can assist with a DUI/OWI case by guiding you through the complexities of the legal system. For instance, as an experienced attorney, I can study the evidence against you such as sobriety tests, blood alcohol content (BAC) tests, breathalyzer tests, etc. I may be able to find errors in how these tests were conducted or question the reliability of the results, which can lead to reduced charges or perhaps even the dismissal of your case.
An OWI attorney also may be able to negotiate a plea deal with prosecutors to reduce the charges to lesser offenses, such as reckless driving. Reducing charges can help minimize penalties, including reducing fines, reducing or eliminating jail time or reducing the length of a license suspension.
2. Traffic Tickets
Traffic violations can be costly, and they can add points to your driver’s license which can result in license suspension and increased insurance costs, not to mention the cost of paying the ticket. Contacting a driver license attorney may seem like an extra expense, but if a ticket results in the loss of your license or huge additional insurance costs, it can be well worth making a call to our offices.
Hiring an attorney to represent your interest in court can be a smart move. For instance, we can challenge the officer’s testimony, question the validity of the traffic stop or perhaps argue that there were circumstances that justify your action. This can lead to a dismissal of the ticket or a reduction in charges.
Some traffic tickets, such as those involving reckless driving or speeding in a construction zone, carry more serious consequences. An attorney can guide you through the legal complexities, ensuring that you understand your options and the potential outcomes.
Attorneys can often negotiate with the prosecution to reduce the severity of the penalties. For example, they may work to reduce the ticket to a non-moving violation, which would carry lower fines and no points on your driving record.
3. License Reinstatement
If you’ve been googling “how to get your license back in Michigan,” it’s probably best to skip the internet searches and contact a driver’s license restoration lawyer. As a license restoration attorney, I often can work to restore your license or greatly reduce the length of your suspension.
The process of license reinstatement in Michigan can be complex, involving specific legal procedures and hearings. We will be with you every step of the way, advocating on your behalf to ensure your rights are protected. Navigating the legal system can be complex, but with experienced legal representation, the process becomes less stressful, and you are far more likely to achieve a favorable outcome than if you were to handle the case alone.
4. Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Issues
If you have a CDL suspension or CDL disqualification, I may be able to address these issues. For instance, if you have a medical disqualification or another regulatory issue, there’s a possibility we can have this overturned, allowing you to utilize a CDL and expand your employment opportunities.
Additionally, if you have a CDL suspension, we may be able to reduce penalties, reinstate your CDL, or even have charges dismissed. I know that for many clients, an active CDL is a requirement for employment, and I will do all that I can to get you back on the road and ensure that you can continue to earn your salary.
5. Driving On A Suspended License
If you’ve been cited for driving when your license was suspended, this is a serious issue that can result in substantial fines, vehicle impoundment, an extension of your suspension, and even jail time.
If you also committed additional offenses with a suspended license, such as an OWI, the penalties can be even harsher. Additionally, a conviction for driving on a suspended license can add points to your driver’s license which can increase insurance premiums.
If you have a suspended license, I strongly urge you to contact our offices for a consultation. We may be able to help with driver’s license restoration so that you can avoid being cited for driving with a suspended license. If you’ve been charged with this offense, we may be able to negotiate lower fines, negotiate the length of your suspension, or reduce and/or eliminate jail time.
Why Choose Martin Lievois?
I am a criminal defense attorney with more than 30 years of experience working within Michigan’s criminal justice system, and I am deeply familiar with Michigan’s legal landscape, especially regarding driver’s license issues, traffic violations, and DUI-related cases. Every client’s situation is unique; therefore, I create personalized defense strategies tailored to your specific case.
Our ultimate goal is to provide you with a robust defense and an outcome that minimizes your consequences and safeguards your driving rights. Ensuring your ability to continue to work and handle your daily responsibilities is crucial, and our team will work diligently to get you back on the road. Our firm has a proven track record and a 95% success rate of restoring driving privileges for our clients, as well as helping to reduce fines and avoid jail time.
Contact Lievois Law Today!
Defending yourself in court can result in disastrous consequences, and when facing huge fines, incarceration, or the loss of driving privileges, contacting qualified driver’s license attorneys is always the best option to consider. Please contact our law firm at (810) 232-3223 at any time to schedule a free consultation. We serve clients throughout the Flint metro area including Genessee, Lapeer, Oakland, Shiawassee, and Saint Clair counties.
