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Most importantly, stay calm and think rationally. Next, don’t forget that police officers keep our streets safe by doing their job and should be appreciated. However, accusing you of OWI is merely the officer’s opinion. His or her opinion can be influenced by any number of factors including human error and your manners. Therefore, it is imperative that you are polite. The easiest way to find yourself in a confrontation leading to an arrest is to be blatantly rude.

In a controlled fashion, move over into the right lane and then onto the shoulder of the road or into a parking lot where you can safely stop your car. Turn off the engine and the radio. Maintaining control and obliging the officer’s request will point away from any mental impairments, such as intoxication.

Be sure that your license, registration and proof of insurance are handy. DO NOT open your glove box until the officer asks for the information (you do not want him to think you are reaching for anything or trying to dispose of anything). In order for a police officer to stop you, there must be what’s called “probable cause” or some reason for the stop. It is usually a simple traffic violation such as speeding or having a taillight out that causes the stop.

If you have been charged with an alcohol related crime, you may feel helpless and uncertain of your rights. Our attorneys have extensive experience defending alcohol related crimes throughout Northern Michigan. We know the courts, we know the judges and we know how to help you. The first thing you must do, is contact an attorney immediately. We are available 24/7 just for this reason. We have someone answering the phones to assist you.
Trust our experience. You need a legal team familiar with the court system to ensure the best results for your case. There are many different alcohol-related offenses in Michigan. Our comprehensive knowledge of Michigan drunk driving law is your best defense. We can be your legal advocate. CALL TODAY.
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Here are links to helpful pertinent forms
• Drunk Driving Initial Questionnaire
• Alcohol Assessment Locations
• Client Medical Questionnaire
• Chart Offenses/Penalties
• Blood Lacohol Concentration After One Hour

A good rule of thumb is that one drink is metabolized to the point of elimination from the blood stream each hour. Therefore, typically, if you have one drink, waiting one hour before driving is a good idea. Other factors influence and can increase or decrease one's BAC such as fatigue, having, eaten, and the type of drink it is, so the best way to avoid OWI is to avoid driving after drinking anything at all.