Michigan drivers that have been pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving or DUI, have all had to “blow into this Breathalyzer, please” at one point or another. They would be familiar with the process, but only as it pertains to a DUI. Because up until recently, that was all a Breathalyzer was ever used for. But that may be changing.
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Court of Appeals Says No DUI For Driveway Driver
Drunk driving is against the law, no doubt about it. But according to the Michigan Court of Appeals, that law may not extend to your own driveway. In a recent decision, the Court of Appeals has upheld a local judge’s decision to dismiss drunk driving charges against a Northville, MI man who, although intoxicated at the wheel, never left his own driveway.
SKID Program Prepares High Schoolers For Prom Night
The Goal Is No Drunk Drivers On Prom Night
With another school year drawing to a close, the issue of prom is on the forefront of most high schooler’s minds. And that is no less true for their parents, although it is probably safe to say that their parent’s concerns are a little different in nature. For starters, the issue of drunk driving is a big one on prom night. The SKID program deals with these parental concerns.
When Your Michigan DUI Case Isn’t a Case at all…
There are a number of little known facts about Michigan DUI arrests that can seriously influence the outcome of your case. Details that may seem insignificant at the time, or negligent to the untrained eye, but are critical when it comes to the proper and legal execution of a case. So we have compiled a list of some of those little Michigan DUI details, just in case one or two of them apply to your situation… Read more ›
Don’t Want a DUI?
Some Commonsense “Avoid the DUI” Tips….
It may seem simple to those who have never encountered the law in this capacity before, but drinking and driving can happen to just about anyone. So we have compiled a list of basic tips to help you avoid a DUI.
Roadside Drug Testing Coming to Michigan?
Lawmakers Considering Roadside Drug Test Pilot Program
Over two years ago, a bill was introduced into the state legislature which would allow the Michigan State Police to set up a pilot program for roadside drug testing in Michigan. But is it any closer to becoming law here in Michigan?
Drugged Driving Suit: Ford’s New Teaching Tool
Ford Motor Company has added another interesting teaching tool to the 2016 curriculum of their Driving Skills For Life global tour. In addition to a focus on subjects like drowsy driving and the importance of using a seat belt, the program now includes a “drugged driving” suit as well. Read more ›
New Michigan Law Regulates BAIID Installation
New Ignition Interlock Devices Law
Governor Snyder recently signed into law Senate Bills 176 and 357 regarding who can install Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Devices (BAIIDs). The new law will go into effect June 6, 2016. Its purpose is aimed at reducing drunk driving incidents in Michigan. But what exactly does that mean? And how will it affect Michigan drivers? Read more ›
Judicial Leniency: Probation for Causing Fatal Accident
Lowell Man Gets Probation Instead of Prison
In the last few days of 2015, Brian Welch, a 23-year-old from Lowell, pled guilty to causing the death of his girlfriend in a tragic car accident. He didn’t mean to cause a fatal accident. For that matter, he didn’t intend to get in an accident at all. And he had no idea she hadn’t survived the crash. That is, until family shared the terrible news with him when he woke up in a hospital bed. And he is still heart broken over the whole thing. Which makes sense, because Kristina Garza was the love of his life.
Police Say Driver’s BAC was 6 Times Legal Limit
Charges Include Third Offense Operating Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated
Earlier in February, a 44-year-old resident of Paw Paw was arrested for going around a police barricade. Deputies had set up a temporary barricade in the street while they dealt with an accident. But Ryan D. Warmack, who later claimed that he was delivering newspapers, simply drove around it and continued on his way.
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