Michigan OWI Penalties

What type of punishment am I facing with my Michigan OWI?

Have you been pulled over and arrested for DUI or OWI in Michigan? If so, you need an aggressive attorney on your side that can fight to defend your rights, your freedom, and your driving privileges. You need the assistance of a capable attorney at Kronzek & Cronkright.

At our firm, our Michigan OWI defense lawyers know what it takes to effectively represent a client who is facing any type of drunk driving charges, including commercial DUI or under 21 DUI charges. The penalties for an OWI or DUI conviction are harsh and will increase depending upon whether this is your first, second or subsequent, offense. Penalties may also vary depending upon your blood alcohol level and whether you were involved in an accident due to drunk driving.

DUI and OWI Penalties in Michigan

Following are some of the penalties a driver may face for a Michigan DUI or OWI conviction:

First OWI Conviction — Misdemeanor

Possible up to 93 days in jail (up to 180 days in jail if Super Drunk)
Possible up to 360 hours of community service
Possible fine of up to $500 ($700 if Super Drunk)
Possible vehicle immobilization
Possible ignition interlock
Driver’s license: 30 days suspended, 150 days restricted (45 days suspended, 320 days restricted if Super Drunk)
Driver’s license: 6 points
Driver Responsibility Fees

Second OWI Conviction in last 7 years—Misdemeanor

Possible 5 days to 1 year in jail
Possible 30 days to 90 days of community service
Mandatory fine of $200 to $1,000
Mandatory vehicle immobilization
Possible ignition interlock
Driver’s license: minimum 1 year revoked
Driver’s license: 6 points
Driver Responsibility Fees

Third OWI Conviction in a lifetime — Felony

Possible 1 year to 5 years in prison
Possible 30 days to 1 year in jail, probation, and community service for 60 days to 180 days
Mandatory fine of up to $5,000
Mandatory vehicle immobilization
Possible ignition interlock
Driver’s license: minimum 5 years revoked
Driver’s License: 6 points
Driver Responsibility Fees

Michigan DUI and OWI Defense Attorneys

Don’t waste any time in contacting a lawyer regarding your Michigan OWI or DUI charges. You will have a better chance of avoiding maximum penalties, including imprisonment and heavy fines, if you work with a lawyer as soon as possible.

Contact Michigan DUI attorneys at Kronzek & Cronkright if you are facing drunk driving, DUI, or OWI charges.

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