Michigan DUI/OWI/OUIL

When faced with a Michigan DUI/OWI/OUIL arrest and/or conviction, there are a number of issues to consider: Will you have to serve jail time? If so, for how long? Or is probation a possibility? What will you owe in fines? Will your license be suspended, and for how long? Will you have to go to a DUI/OWI/OUIL school or do community service? Here are the basic laws regarding Michigan DUI/OWI/OUIL fines and sentencing.

Michigan DUI/OWI/OUIL Glossary of Terms

Michigan DUI/OWI/OUIL Insurance Consequences:

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First Michigan DUI/OWI/OUIL Offense:

Michigan Criminal Status: OWI: Misdemeanor; OUIL/BAC Per Se: Misdemeanor.

Jail: OWI: Not more than 93 days; OUIL/BAC Per Se: Not more than 93 days.  If operating a vehicle with a BAC of 0.17 or more the 93-day misdemeanor sentence will be increased to a 180-day misdemeanor sentence. Also, mandatory participation and successful completion of a treatment program for at least one year.

Michigan DUI/OWI/OUIL Fines/Costs: OWI: Not more than $300; OUIL/BAC Per Se: $100-$500.

Michigan License Suspension: OWI: v90 day restricted; OUIL/BAC Per Se: 30 day suspension; 150 day restricted.

Violation of Zero Tolerance Law: Violation is a misdemeanor; sentence may include not more than 360 hours of community service and a fine of not more than $250.

Vehicle Immobilization: Immobilization may be ordered at the court’s discretion.

Michigan DUI/OWI/OUIL School: Check with your local Substance Abuse Regional Coordinating Agency for a list of approved DUI/OWI/OUIL schools and programs.

Michigan Community Service: OWI: Not more than 360 hours; OUIL/BAC Per Se: Not more than 360 hours.

Second Michigan DUI/OUI/OUIL Offense Plus:

Michigan Criminal Status: OWI: Misdemeanor; OUIL/BAC Per Se: Misdemeanor. A 3rd offense or more is a felony.

Jail: OWI: 5 days to 1 year; OUIL/BAC Per Se: 5 days to 1 year. A 3rd offense or more may result in 1-5 years in prison.

Michigan DUI/OWI/OUIL Fines/Costs: OWI: $200-$1,000; OUIL/BAC Per Se: $200-$1,000. A 3rd offense or more may result in $500-$5,000.

Michigan License Suspension: OWI: 90 day restricted; OUIL/BAC Per Se: 30 day suspension; 150 day restricted.

Violation of Zero Tolerance Law: Violation is a misdemeanor; sentence may include not more than 60 days of community service, a fine of not more than $500 and not more than 93 days in prison.

Vehicle Immobilization: Immobilization shall be ordered by the court.

Michigan DUI/OWI/OUIL School: Check with your local Substance Abuse Regional Coordinating Agency for a list of approved DUI/OWI/OUIL schools and programs.

Michigan Community Service: OWI: 30-90 days; OUIL/BAC Per Se: 30-90 days. A 3rd offense can result in 60-180 days community service.

Other:

Commercial Driver BAC While Operating a Commercial Vehicle: 0.04%

Under Age: 21 years.

Michigan Open Container Laws: Yes. Driver/Passenger.

How long does a DUI/OWI/OUIL stay on your record? A DUI conviction in Michigan stays on your driving record for life.

Driver Responsibility Tax: Yes.

Ignition interlock device program: May be required by court, at its discretion, as a condition of probation.

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