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Michigan Drunk Driving Defense FAQs

• Q: What Tips Do You Have For Me At Sentencing?
  A: First, let your attorney take the lead. He is there to represent you and make you look good. Do not forget that you hired him to take that role. Do not try and up … More
• Q: Can The Judge Increase My Bond Or Change My Bond Conditions At The Plea?
  A: Yes. This is another very good reason to have an experienced attorney. A good attorney will know what the judge needs to hear to be assured you will appear at the …
• Q: What Is License Restoration?
  A: Based on changes made to the Michigan drunk driving statutes in October 1999, the Secretary of State was given total power and authority over the administration of … More
• Q: What Evidence May Be Presented?
  A: The hearing officer may require that the Petitioner present evidence from not less than three different sources to support his/her sobriety with respect to alcohol … More
• Q: Will I Get My License Back?
  A: The hearing officer has three options: he or she can reject the petition, issue a restricted license with an ignition interlock device, or order a full restoration of … More
• Q: What Happens If I Lose?
  A: You will basically have three choices. You may either (1) wait the year until you are next eligible for a new hearing; (2) file a petition for rehearing, or (3) appeal … More
• Q: What Are The Speed Limits In Michigan?
  A: Unless Otherwise Posted Absolute Interstate 70 mph Other freeways 70 mph Other highways 55 mph Unposted roads 55 mph Trucks 55 mph Residential 25 mph More
• Q: What Is The Speed Limit For Trucks?
  A: Michigan has a differential 55­m.p.h. truck speed limit
• Q: How Are Speed Limits Enforced?
  A: Enforced through use of: Pacing Yes Radar Yes Vascar Yes Photo Radar No Aircraft Yes Laser Yes More
• Q: How Can Tickets Be Paid?
  A: Tickets can be paid by mail (civil infraction only) or in person.
• Q: Is Trial By Declaration Allowed?
  A: No