Middleville DUI Attorney

Middleville DUI Attorney

Michigan DUI Defense Lawyers Representing Clients in Middleville

Anyone who has been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI), or for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) in Michigan should seek assistance from a defense attorney as soon as possible. Even a first drunk driving offense can have serious consequences, and it is important to do everything you can to avoid a DUI conviction. Our DUI/OWI attorneys have been practicing since 1992, and we can evaluate your case today to help you begin developing a defense strategy. Do not hesitate to get in touch with a Middleville DUI attorney at Van Den Heuvel Law Office. 

Types of DUI Cases We Handle in Middleville

Our firm handles many kinds of DUI cases, such as:

• First and subsequent offenses;
• Drugged driving; and
• Enhanced charges.

Understanding DUI Charges in Middleville

How is drunk driving, or DUIs, charged in Michigan? Under Michigan law, there are two general types of drunk driving charges:

• Operating while intoxicated (OWI); and
• Operating while visibly impaired (OWVI). 

How do these types of charges differ? With OWVI charges, the charges are based on the appearance of your driving to a law enforcement official without a particular level of alcohol in your system. With OWI charges, the charges are based on your blood alcohol concentration (BAC). When you are charged with an OWI, there are different types of penalties based on whether you have a BAC of 0.08 to 0.16, or a BAC of 0.17 or higher. If you are under the age of 21 when you are arrested for an OWI, you should know that having a BAC of 0.02% or higher will result in charges.

Penalties for DUI/OWI in Middleville

What types of penalties will you face for DUI/OWI charges in Middleville, Michigan? A first offense is typically a misdemeanor offense, and a second defense is also usually a misdemeanor, although a more serious misdemeanor. Once you are charged for a third or subsequent offense, you will be facing felony charges. The following are common OWI penalties in Michigan:

• Misdemeanor with up to 93 days in jail, a fine of up to $300, and a driver’s license suspension of six months for a first offense;
• Misdemeanor with up to one year in jail, a fine of up to $1,000, and loss of your driver’s license for a year for a second offense; and
• Felony with up to five years in prison, a fine of up to $5,000, and a loss of your license for five years.

Contact Our DUI Attorneys in Middleville

Have you been arrested for drunk driving, or are you currently facing charges for OWVI or OWI in Michigan? It is critical to begin working with one of our Middleville DUI lawyers as soon as possible. A drunk driving conviction can have severe consequences. Beyond the penalties associated with a conviction, you can also be at risk of losing a job or failing to get hired for a new position in addition to other repercussions. Our firm can help you to fight the charges you are facing. Contact Van Den Heuvel Law Office today to learn more about the services we provide to clients who are fighting DUI charges in Michigan.