Michigan Criminal Defense Blog

Probation standards in Michigan are enforced court-ordered supervision to promote rehabilitation while protecting public safety. These apply to both state and federal cases, with judges tailoring conditions to the offense, often covering misdemeanors, felonies, and OWI violations common in Oakland, Macomb, and Wayne Counties. Probation typically lasts 6 months to 5 years, though violations can

Short Answer Yes, DUI charges can sometimes be dismissed if there are problems with the traffic stop, arrest procedure, breath test, or evidence. When DUI Cases Get Dismissed Common reasons include: • illegal traffic stop• faulty breath test machine• improper field sobriety tests• lack of probable cause How Defense Lawyers Challenge DUI Cases Explain: What

An OWI arrest in Wayne County carries the same legal weight as anywhere in Michigan, but the where matters just as much as the what. With over two dozen district courts—each with their own judicial philosophies—defending an OWI in Detroit is a vastly different experience than defending one in Canton or Grosse Pointe. The Reality

Facing an OWI (Operating While Intoxicated) charge in Oakland County is a high-stakes legal battle. Unlike other parts of Michigan, Oakland County prosecutors and judges are known for their “Zero Tolerance” approach. Whether you were pulled over on I-75 in Troy or Woodward Avenue in Bloomfield Hills, the first 48 hours after your arrest are