If you were arrested for DUI, OWI, High BAC drunk driving, or a criminal offense in Troy, Michigan, your case will likely be handled in the 52-4 District Court.
The 52-4 District Court serves Troy and Clawson and handles a high volume of DUI, OWI, criminal traffic, misdemeanor, and probation violation cases.
Because DUI and criminal cases often begin moving quickly after arrest, early legal representation can significantly affect:
plea negotiations
driver’s license consequences
evidence challenges
probation requirements
criminal record exposure
sentencing outcomes
Michigan DUI attorney Matthew A. Fraiberg has more than 28 years of experience representing individuals charged with DUI and criminal offenses in the 52-4 District Court and throughout Oakland County.
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Matthew A. Fraiberg is a Michigan criminal defense attorney, former city prosecutor, and managing partner of Fraiberg & Pernie.
Licensed in Michigan since 1997, he has more than 28 years of experience defending individuals charged with:
DUI
OWI
High BAC DUI
felony offenses
misdemeanor crimes
probation violations
suspended license offenses
criminal traffic matters
He regularly represents clients throughout:
Troy
Clawson
Birmingham
Bloomfield Hills
West Bloomfield
Rochester Hills
Royal Oak
Livonia
Shelby Township
Clinton Township
Warren
Plymouth
Redford
Oakland County
Wayne County
Macomb County
Southeastern Michigan
“The strongest DUI defense often begins before the first pretrial conference. Evidence review should start immediately.”
— Matthew A. Fraiberg
People facing DUI charges in Troy often seek attorneys with:
extensive DUI experience
former prosecutor insight
local court knowledge
evidence-based defense strategies
familiarity with Oakland County courts
Matthew Fraiberg’s experience allows him to evaluate:
police procedures
Datamaster evidence
field sobriety testing
bodycam footage
constitutional issues
plea negotiation opportunities
“No DUI case should be evaluated solely by a BAC result. The investigation and evidence matter just as much.”
— Matthew A. Fraiberg
Most DUI and OWI cases involve:
Trial or plea proceedings
Sentencing if convicted
Important evidence may include:
Datamaster breath test records
bodycam footage
dashcam footage
police reports
field sobriety testing
witness statements
“The earliest stages of a DUI case often create the best opportunities to identify evidentiary weaknesses.”
— Matthew A. Fraiberg
The 52-4 District Court regularly handles:
first offense OWI
second offense DUI
High BAC DUI
criminal traffic matters
probation violations
license-related offenses
Judges and probation departments often evaluate:
prior criminal history
BAC levels
driving conduct
compliance history
rehabilitation efforts
mitigation factors
Every case depends on its specific facts and evidence.
Michigan High BAC law applies when a driver’s BAC is .17 or greater.
Potential consequences may include:
enhanced penalties
ignition interlock requirements
probation supervision
alcohol education
driver’s license sanctions
“High BAC cases often involve technical issues that are not immediately apparent from the police report.”
— Matthew A. Fraiberg
Potential outcomes may include:
Charge Dismissed
OWI Reduced
High BAC Enhancement Dismissed
Client Avoided Jail
Client Avoided Conviction
License Consequences Reduced
Reduced Sentencing Exposure
Reduced Probation Requirements
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
52-4 District Court
Troy
High BAC OWI
High BAC Enhancement Dismissed
License Consequences Reduced
High BAC Enhancement Dismissed.
The client avoided the enhanced penalties associated with a High BAC conviction and reduced the impact on driving privileges.
The prosecution alleged a BAC above .17, exposing the client to enhanced penalties and ignition interlock requirements.
Review of:
Datamaster records
testing procedures
officer observations
evidence collection methods
Questions regarding the strength and reliability of the testing evidence created opportunities for a favorable resolution.
Technical evidence frequently becomes the most important issue in High BAC litigation.
52-4 District Court
Troy
First Offense OWI
OWI Reduced
Client Avoided Jail
OWI Reduced. Client Avoided Jail.
The client avoided incarceration and reduced the long-term impact of the case.
The client faced criminal penalties, driver’s license consequences, and a permanent criminal record.
Early review of:
police reports
mitigation evidence
driving history
prosecution evidence
The defense identified factors supporting a negotiated reduction.
Immediate intervention often creates additional options in first-offense DUI cases.
52-4 District Court
Troy
OWI
Charge Dismissed
Client Avoided Conviction
Charge Dismissed.
The client avoided a drunk driving conviction and the penalties associated with an OWI offense.
The prosecution relied heavily on field sobriety testing and officer observations.
Review of:
bodycam footage
traffic stop procedures
investigation methods
evidentiary issues
Investigation concerns weakened the prosecution’s case.
Every DUI investigation should be independently reviewed.
The court takes DUI and OWI offenses seriously and evaluates each case based on its facts, evidence, and circumstances.
Most cases involve arraignment, bond conditions, evidence review, pretrial proceedings, and either a negotiated resolution or trial.
Some High BAC cases involve evidentiary or procedural issues that may affect negotiations and outcomes.
Yes. Datamaster records, testing procedures, observation periods, and officer compliance may become important issues.
Attorneys familiar with local court procedures, probation practices, and DUI litigation often provide more informed case evaluation and strategy.
The 52-4 District Court operates differently than other Oakland County courts.
Understanding:
local procedures
probation expectations
judicial practices
sentencing trends
negotiation approaches
can significantly affect how a DUI or criminal defense strategy is developed.
If you were arrested for DUI, OWI, High BAC drunk driving, or another criminal offense in Troy, Clawson, or the 52-4 District Court, contact Fraiberg & Pernie for a confidential consultation.
Call Fraiberg & Pernie today:
(248) 986-2682
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Written by Matthew A. Fraiberg
Michigan Criminal Defense Attorney
28+ years experience
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Fraiberg & Pernie is an Oakland County criminal defense law firm focusing on DUI and OWI defense in Birmingham, Troy, Royal Oak, Bloomfield Hills, Novi and Farmington Hills, Michigan.