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What happens after a first offense OWI in Michigan? Will you go to jail, lose your license, or face long-term consequences?
If you were arrested for a first offense DUI or OWI in Michigan, you are probably worried about what happens next. The good news is that a first offense OWI in Michigan does not automatically mean jail. However, it is still a serious criminal offense that can carry significant penalties.
Possible penalties for a first offense OWI in Michigan may include:
• Driver’s license suspension or restricted driving privileges
• Heavy fines, court costs, and reinstatement fees
• Probation
• Community service
• Alcohol education, counseling, or treatment
• Increased insurance rates
• Ignition interlock in some cases
• Possible jail time depending on the facts and court
In this video, Michigan DUI lawyer Matthew A. Fraiberg of Fraiberg & Pernie explains what happens after a first offense OWI arrest and what legal defenses may be available.
Important legal issues may include:
✔ Was the traffic stop lawful?
✔ Did police have reasonable suspicion or probable cause?
✔ Were field sobriety tests properly administered?
✔ Was the Datamaster breath test accurate and properly calibrated?
✔ Were your constitutional rights violated?
An OWI arrest is not the same as an OWI conviction.
Every DUI case should be carefully analyzed for legal issues, procedural errors, and constitutional defenses. Early intervention by an experienced Michigan DUI lawyer can significantly affect the outcome of your case.
Fraiberg & Pernie is a Michigan criminal defense and DUI law firm representing clients charged with OWI, DUI, High BAC (“Super Drunk”), and related criminal traffic offenses throughout Oakland County, Wayne County, Macomb County, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Troy, Royal Oak, Rochester Hills, Clarkston, and Metro Detroit.
Will I go to jail for first OWI?
Not automatically.
Will I lose my license?
Possible restrictions or suspension may apply.
Call Fraiberg & Pernie today for a consultation: 248-986-2682
Visit: fpattorneys.com
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Refused a breath test in Michigan after a DUI or OWI arrest? Here’s what you need to know.
Many drivers believe refusing a breath test will help their DUI case. In reality, refusing a post-arrest chemical breath test or blood test in Michigan can trigger serious consequences under Michigan’s Implied Consent law.
Possible penalties for refusing a breath test in Michigan include:
• 1-year driver’s license suspension
• 6 points added to your driving record
• Reinstatement fees
• Increased insurance costs
• Additional Secretary of State consequences
In this video, Michigan DUI lawyer Matthew A. Fraiberg of Fraiberg & Pernie explains what happens after a breath test refusal and what defenses may be available.
Key legal questions often include:
✔ Was the traffic stop lawful?
✔ Did police have probable cause to arrest?
✔ Were implied consent rights properly explained?
✔ Was the refusal clear, knowing, and voluntary?
Every DUI case is fact-specific, and mistakes by law enforcement can matter.
If you were arrested for OWI, DUI, High BAC (“Super Drunk”), or refused a breath test in Michigan, early legal action can make a major difference.
Fraiberg & Pernie represents clients across Oakland County, Wayne County, Macomb County, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Troy, Royal Oak, Rochester Hills, Clarkston, and throughout Metro Detroit.
Call today for a consultation: 248-986-2682
Visit: fpattorneys.com