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Home State Driver License Sanctions for Michigan DUI

If you are an out-of-state driver accused or convicted of a Michigan DUI, understanding what driver license sanctions might apply can be a tricky business.  There is a second question ...

Illinois License Sanctions for Michigan DUI Conviction

The Effect of an Out-of-State DUI Conviction on an Illinois Licensed Driver and How to Deal with it By Donald J. Ramsell A new client comes into your office. He ...

DLR Judge Wrongly Interprets Sobriety Law

As has been explained in various articles throughout this web site if you are a repeat drunk driver in Michigan then you will have your driver’s license revoked for life.  ...

Dealing with the Stress of Not Having a License

After nearly two decades of practice I have learned how much stress and anxiety is caused by not having a license.  This is especially true in Michigan where there is ...

Non-Payment of Michigan’s Driver Responsibilty Fees No Longer Cause for Suspension.

Michigan’s driver responsibility fees (DRF) started when the legislature amended Michigan’s drunk driving laws so as to bring Michigan into compliance with the federal .08 standard.  This occurred in 2003.  ...

When to Appeal the Unsuccessful DAAD Hearing

Ok, so despite all of your best efforts and hard work, you presented your case to the Hearing Officer and lost.  This probably seems unfair, and maybe the Hearing Officer ...

Character Letters for Driver License Appeals

In Michigan, if you are convicted of two or more drunk driving offenses within seven years, then your license will be revoked for life.  However, depending on the circumstances, you ...

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