Michigan High BAC DUI Lawyer | Super Drunk OWI Defense
High BAC DUI Defense in Michigan
A High BAC DUI in Michigan, often referred to as a Super Drunk OWI, is one of the most serious drunk driving charges under Michigan law. A High BAC charge generally involves an alleged blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.17% or higher and carries enhanced penalties that can affect your driver’s license, employment opportunities, insurance rates, professional licenses, and future.
A conviction may result in:
Up to 180 days in jail
Driver’s license suspension
Restricted driving privileges
Ignition interlock requirements
Alcohol education or treatment
Probation
Increased insurance premiums
A permanent criminal record
A High BAC arrest does not automatically determine the outcome of a case. Many High BAC DUI prosecutions involve legal, constitutional, procedural, scientific, and evidentiary issues that may create opportunities to challenge the evidence.
Matthew Fraiberg represents individuals charged with High BAC DUI, Super Drunk Driving, OWI, and related criminal offenses throughout Michigan. Through Fraiberg & Pernie, clients receive strategic and aggressive representation focused on protecting their freedom, driver’s license, and future.
Call 248-986-2682 for a confidential consultation.
High BAC DUI in Michigan – Quick Answers
What Is a High BAC DUI?
A High BAC DUI is an OWI charge involving an alleged BAC of 0.17% or greater.
Is High BAC Worse Than a Standard OWI?
Yes. Michigan law imposes enhanced penalties for High BAC offenses.
Can a High BAC DUI Be Reduced?
In some cases. The outcome depends on the evidence, legal defenses, and circumstances involved.
Can a High BAC DUI Be Dismissed?
Yes. Unlawful traffic stops, constitutional violations, testing issues, and evidentiary weaknesses may create opportunities to challenge the prosecution’s case.
Do I Need a Lawyer?
Yes. High BAC DUI cases involve complex legal, scientific, procedural, and driver’s license issues that can have long-term consequences.
Why Clients Choose Matthew Fraiberg
Matthew Fraiberg has spent decades representing individuals accused of DUI, OWI, High BAC OWI, and criminal offenses throughout Michigan.
His approach focuses on:
Detailed evidence analysis
Aggressive motion practice
Constitutional challenges
Breath test challenges
Blood test challenges
Driver’s license protection
Strategic negotiations
Trial preparation
Every High BAC DUI case presents unique facts and legal issues. Matthew Fraiberg personally reviews police reports, witness statements, testing procedures, constitutional concerns, and evidentiary weaknesses to identify every available defense.
Why Clients Choose Fraiberg & Pernie
Fraiberg & Pernie provides comprehensive criminal defense representation for individuals facing High BAC DUI and OWI charges throughout Michigan.
The firm focuses on:
High BAC DUI Defense
Super Drunk Driving Defense
OWI Defense
Michigan DUI Defense
Driver’s License Protection
Ignition Interlock Issues
Criminal Defense Litigation
Motion Practice
Trial Advocacy
Fraiberg & Pernie represents clients in courts throughout Oakland County, Wayne County, Macomb County, Livingston County, Washtenaw County, and surrounding communities.
What Is a High BAC DUI in Michigan?
Michigan law refers to drunk driving offenses as Operating While Intoxicated (OWI).
A person may face a High BAC OWI charge when chemical testing allegedly shows a BAC of 0.17% or greater.
Common terms include:
High BAC DUI
High BAC OWI
Super Drunk Driving
Super Drunk DUI
Michigan OWI
Operating While Intoxicated
Although many people use the term DUI, Michigan law uses the term OWI.
Michigan High BAC DUI Penalties
A High BAC conviction may result in:
Up to 180 days in jail
Increased fines and court costs
Community service
Probation
Alcohol education
Alcohol treatment
Driver’s license sanctions
Ignition interlock requirements
Points on a driving record
The specific outcome depends on the facts of the case, prior record, court, prosecutor, and available defenses.
Driver’s License Consequences After a High BAC DUI
For many people, protecting driving privileges is just as important as avoiding criminal penalties.
Matthew Fraiberg regularly advises clients regarding:
License suspension issues
Restricted driving eligibility
Ignition interlock requirements
Michigan Secretary of State consequences
Driver’s license restoration concerns
Early action often provides the greatest opportunity to protect driving privileges.
What Should You Do After a High BAC DUI Arrest?
Immediate Steps
Remain silent
Do not answer police questions
Preserve all paperwork
Save receipts and records
Write down everything you remember
Follow all bond conditions
Contact an experienced High BAC DUI lawyer immediately
The first several days following an arrest are often critical for preserving evidence and identifying legal defenses.
Can a High BAC DUI Be Reduced or Dismissed?
Yes.
Matthew Fraiberg carefully evaluates every High BAC DUI case for legal and evidentiary weaknesses.
Potential defenses may involve:
Unlawful detention
Constitutional violations
Improper field sobriety testing
Breath testing errors
Blood testing errors
Observation period violations
Evidence handling issues
Chain-of-custody concerns
Every case should be independently analyzed.
How Matthew Fraiberg Defends High BAC DUI Cases
Traffic Stop Challenges
The first question is whether law enforcement had a lawful basis to stop the vehicle.
An unlawful stop may significantly affect the admissibility of evidence.
Field Sobriety Test Challenges
Field sobriety tests are subjective and may be affected by:
Medical conditions
Injuries
Fatigue
Anxiety
Weather conditions
Road conditions
Breath Test Challenges
Many High BAC DUI prosecutions rely heavily on breath testing evidence.
Matthew Fraiberg reviews:
Testing procedures
Observation requirements
Maintenance records
Operator compliance
Potential testing irregularities
A breath test result is evidence, not an automatic conviction.
Blood Test Challenges
Blood testing evidence may be challenged when issues exist involving:
Collection procedures
Storage procedures
Transportation procedures
Laboratory analysis
Sample handling
Chain-of-custody concerns
Constitutional Defenses
Constitutional protections play a critical role in every DUI case.
Potential issues include:
Search and seizure violations
Due process concerns
Improper police procedures
Evidence collection issues
Unlawful detention
Michigan Counties Served
Oakland County High BAC DUI Lawyer
Fraiberg & Pernie represents clients throughout Oakland County, including Troy, Novi, Southfield, Royal Oak, Rochester Hills, Pontiac, Farmington Hills, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Waterford, West Bloomfield, Clarkston, Commerce Township, White Lake, Hazel Park, Ferndale, and surrounding communities.
Wayne County High BAC DUI Lawyer
Fraiberg & Pernie represents clients throughout Wayne County, including Detroit, Livonia, Canton, Plymouth, Northville, Dearborn, Westland, Wayne, Taylor, Romulus, Redford, Southgate, Allen Park, and surrounding communities.
Macomb County High BAC DUI Lawyer
Fraiberg & Pernie represents clients throughout Macomb County, including Warren, Sterling Heights, Clinton Township, Shelby Township, Mount Clemens, Roseville, St. Clair Shores, Eastpointe, New Baltimore, Romeo, and surrounding communities.
Speak With Matthew Fraiberg and Fraiberg & Pernie
If you have been arrested for a High BAC DUI, Super Drunk Driving offense, or OWI in Michigan, immediate action can make a significant difference.
Matthew Fraiberg provides strategic High BAC DUI representation backed by the resources and experience of Fraiberg & Pernie.
Call 248-986-2682 today for a confidential consultation.
Written by Matthew Fraiberg
Michigan Criminal Defense Attorney
Fraiberg & Pernie
Disclaimer: This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading this page does not create an attorney-client relationship.
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Written by Matthew A. Fraiberg
Michigan Criminal Defense Attorney
28+ years experience
Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Reading this does not create an attorney-client relationship.
What areas does Fraiberg & Pernie serve?
Fraiberg & Pernie represents clients throughout Michigan, including:
Wayne County
We serve clients throughout Michigan, including, but not limited to, those in the following in Oakland County including Southfield, Novi, Troy, Pontiac, Walled Lake, Commerce Township, Waterford, Royal Oak, Rochester Hills, Farmington Hills, Hazel Park, West Bloomfield, Birmingham, Keego Harbor, Clarkston, White Lake, Ferndale, Bloomfield Township and Bloomfield Hills
