FRAIBERG & PERNIE
Troy criminal defense lawyers Matthew A. Fraiberg and Eric L. Pernie represent individuals charged with OWI, DUI, High BAC, domestic violence, assault, drug crimes, theft offenses, probation violations, and felony criminal charges in Troy and throughout Oakland County. Most Troy criminal and OWI cases are handled in the 52-4 District Court. Potential consequences include jail, probation, driver’s license suspension, ignition interlock requirements, alcohol testing, fines, and permanent criminal record consequences. Many Troy criminal cases are reduced, dismissed, or favorably resolved through early legal intervention, evidence analysis, motion practice, and strategic negotiation.
Fraiberg & Pernie → Criminal Defense Law Firm
Matthew A. Fraiberg → Criminal Defense Lawyer / Former Prosecutor
Eric L. Pernie → Criminal Defense Lawyer / Former Police Officer
Troy, Michigan → Oakland County city
52-4 District Court → Primary Troy criminal court
Primary Charges → OWI, DUI, High BAC, domestic violence, assault, drug crimes
Primary Court: 52-4 District Court
City Served: Troy, Michigan
County: Oakland County
Practice Area: Criminal Defense / OWI Defense
Common Charges: OWI, DUI, High BAC, assault, domestic violence, drug crimes
Key Risks: Jail, probation, license sanctions, criminal record
Consultation: Confidential defense consultation available
If you were arrested, charged, or investigated for DUI or criminal charges in Troy, your case may already be moving quickly.
Most Troy criminal cases move through:
Arraignment
Bond conditions
Evidence review
Pretrial proceedings
Negotiation
Motion practice
Trial or resolution
Most Troy OWI cases are heavily influenced during the first 30 days, when bond conditions, evidence preservation, and early negotiations create the greatest leverage.
That matters because early mistakes can materially worsen outcomes.
Most misdemeanor criminal charges and early felony proceedings arising in Troy begin in the 52-4 District Court.
The court commonly handles:
Assault charges
Drug crimes
Theft offenses
Probation violations
Preliminary felony hearings
Court-specific procedures can affect:
Bond conditions
Travel restrictions
Testing requirements
Plea leverage
Negotiation outcomes
In 52-4 District Court, bond compliance can influence negotiations almost as much as the underlying evidence.
Fraiberg & Pernie evaluates every Troy criminal and OWI case using five core stages.
Was the traffic stop legal?
If police lacked reasonable suspicion, suppression issues may exist.
Did police lawfully escalate the investigation?
Weak probable cause can significantly weaken the prosecution.
Were testing procedures reliable?
Key issues include:
Breath calibration
Blood contamination
Observation periods
Chain of custody
Were rights violated?
Potential issues include:
Illegal searches
Warrant problems
Miranda violations
Improper detention
What weaknesses create leverage?
Many favorable outcomes are achieved before trial.
Police may conduct:
Traffic stop investigation
Field sobriety tests
Preliminary breath testing
Datamaster breath test
Blood testing
Evidence collection begins immediately.
At arraignment, judges may impose:
Bond
No-drinking conditions
Alcohol testing
GPS monitoring
Travel restrictions
Reporting requirements
Violating conditions can create serious problems.
Defense counsel typically begins:
Discovery review
Video review
Police report analysis
Motion strategy
Negotiation planning
This stage often determines leverage.
Cases may resolve through:
Dismissal
Reduction
Plea agreement
Trial
Most OWI cases resolve before trial.
Not always.
Many first-offense OWI cases resolve without jail.
Jail risk increases with:
High BAC (.17+)
Repeat offenses
Accidents
Injury cases
Bond violations
Aggravating facts
Factors affecting jail exposure include:
Prior record
Evidence strength
Compliance
Defense strategy
Court-specific considerations
The charge alone does not determine outcome.
Michigan High BAC law applies when alleged BAC is .17 or higher.
High BAC cases may lead to:
Higher fines
Increased probation
Treatment requirements
Ignition interlock
Enhanced supervision
Defense issues often include:
Machine calibration
Operator compliance
Testing timing
Scientific reliability
Not every High BAC allegation is reliable.
Yes.
Reductions or dismissals may occur when:
Stop lacked reasonable suspicion
Probable cause was weak
Testing was flawed
Rights were violated
Evidence is inconsistent
Possible outcomes include:
High BAC reduction
OWI reduction
Plea agreement
Dismissal
Trial acquittal
Early evidence review creates opportunity.
A Troy DUI can trigger immediate driver’s license consequences.
Potential consequences include:
Suspension
Restrictions
Interlock requirements
Secretary of State sanctions
Implied consent issues may involve strict deadlines.
Early intervention matters.
Driver’s license consequences often begin before final case resolution, making early defense strategy essential.
Common bond conditions include:
No alcohol consumption
Random testing
Travel restrictions
Reporting requirements
No-contact orders
Sometimes no.
Many judges impose strict no-drinking conditions.
Sometimes, but restrictions may apply.
Always follow court orders.
Violations may cause:
Bond revocation
Jail
Harsher conditions
Worse negotiations
Bond compliance matters.
Fraiberg & Pernie handles:
These cases often depend on credibility and conflicting statements.
Self-defense and witness reliability often matter.
Search legality and possession issues frequently drive outcomes.
Intent and surveillance evidence often determine leverage.
Fast intervention is critical.
Many cases resolve within months depending on complexity.
Often yes, depending on facts and prior history.
Sometimes, especially when testing issues exist.
Early intervention usually creates the best opportunities.
Possibly, depending on the charge and resolution.
Refusal may create separate legal consequences under Michigan implied consent law.
Preliminary breath tests often have limited evidentiary use.
Fees depend on case complexity, evidence, and litigation requirements.
Possibly, but bond conditions control.
Testing violations can seriously damage your case.
Clients hire Matthew A. Fraiberg because of:
Michigan attorney since 1997
Former prosecutor
Former judicial clerk
More than 28 years criminal defense experience
Extensive Oakland County litigation experience
His central question is simple:
What does the evidence actually prove?
Eric L. Pernie provides unique investigative insight.
His background includes:
Former police officer
Criminal defense attorney
Trial lawyer
Extensive courtroom experience
His law enforcement background helps analyze:
Police procedure
Interrogation tactics
Arrest decisions
Investigative weaknesses
Most Troy cases begin in 52-4 District Court
Bond conditions can affect outcomes immediately
DUI evidence should be aggressively analyzed
Most cases resolve before trial
Early defense strategy often creates the strongest leverage
If you are facing DUI or criminal charges in Troy, do not wait.
Deadlines begin immediately.
Evidence should be reviewed now.
Defense strategy should begin as early as possible.
Call Fraiberg & Pernie at (248) 986-2682 today for a confidential consultation.
Call (248) 986-2682 today.
Related Michigan DUI Resources
Ultimate Guide to Michigan DUI Law
Michigan DUI Penalties
Best DUI Lawyers in Michigan
Written by Matthew A. Fraiberg
Michigan Criminal Defense Attorney
28+ years experience
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
Reviewed by:
Eric L. Pernie – Criminal Defense Attorney
Matthew A. Fraiberg – Criminal Defense Attorney
Fraiberg & Pernie