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Southfield DUI Lawyer

In Michigan, driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious criminal charge that can have long-term consequences on your life. Therefore, if you are charged with a DUI in Southfield, you should make it a priority to consult an experienced Southfield DUI lawyer from Drias Law Group immediately. Southfield criminal defense attorney Martin Drias is a former prosecutor who understands how the other side thinks, knows how to find holes in their case, and can build an effective defense strategy as a result. Call us today at (248) 469-8501.

Penalties for DUI Offenders

A first-time DUI conviction can lead to various penalties such as fines, a permanent criminal record, incarceration, a driver’s license suspension, increased car insurance rates, and a mandatory ignition interlock system. A consequent DUI offense comes with even more severe penalties and may turn into a felony. If you are convicted of a felony, you may have trouble getting accepted to college, landing a job, keeping your professional license, supporting yourself financially, and renting a property. Your reputation, as well as relationships with others, may suffer as well.

Common Defense Strategies for DUI Charges

With a solid defense strategy by a Southfield DUI lawyer, you may be able to get your charges reduced or case dismissed altogether. In order to construct a persuasive defense, an attorney my challenge the evidence being used against you, search for errors in the police report, investigate the scene of the arrest, file motions on your behalf, and find defects in the maintenance records of the equipment used to test your breath. Here are a few of the most common defense strategies that may help you avoid a conviction and save your future:

  • There was a lack of probable cause for your arrest. You can only be pulled over by the police if the officer has probable cause, meaning reasonable suspicion to believe that you are driving under the influence. Excessive speeding, abrupt turns, and a disregard for traffic signals are all examples of probable cause
  • Miranda Rights were not conveyed by the police officer. The Miranda Rights require police officers to make you aware of certain facts after your arrest before they question you. During a DUI arrest, a police officer must let you know that you have the right to remain silent, if you do say anything it can be used against you, you have the right to an attorney during any questioning, and a lawyer will be appointed for you if you cannot afford one.
  • There were flaws with the equipment that was used to test your breath. Flawed testing equipment can lead to inaccurate results. Some testing equipment may be improperly maintained or incorrectly calibrated and trigger a false reading.
  • A medical condition or medication led to a false blood alcohol content (BAC) reading. You may be coping with a medical condition such as heartburn or acid reflux disease or taking a certain medication that can lead to skewed BAC readings.
  • Field sobriety tests were administered incorrectly. Any field sobriety, breath, blood, or urine test must be administered correctly. An error in the way a test was administered can prompt unreliable results.

Charged with a DUI in Southfield? Contact Drias Law Group Today

Southfield DUI lawyer Martin Drias of Drias Law Group understands the frustration and embarrassment your DUI charge may have induced. For this reason, he is committed to helping you ensure your rights are protected so that you can retain your freedom. For your free no-obligation case consultation, call Drias Law Group today at (248) 469-8501 or reach out through the online form.