A Drunk Driving Arrest in Sterling Heights
Cy M. Abdo, a drunk driving attorney in Sterling Heights with over 25 years of experience, provides aggressive representation for clients facing DUI charges. Mr. Abdo brings a realistic approach to DUI defense; he works with clients to develop defense tactics that aim for dismissals or reductions of charges or reduced sentencing for convictions.
In addition to DUI defense, The Law Offices of Cy M. Abdo also helps clients in license restoration in Sterling Heights and Warren.
Driving under the influence
The state of Michigan takes a “zero tolerance” approach to driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. If you are under the age of 21, any trace of alcohol in your blood is subject to punishment.
Blood Alcohol Content
In Michigan, if your Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) level exceeds .08 percent, then you are considered by law as driving under the influence of alcohol. An experienced drunk driving lawyer should be aware of the different types of technology used to establish a person's BAC and know how to refute evidence gained from such devices. Sometimes, instruments are not properly calibrated or working properly. As a drunk driving lawyer in Sterling Heights, Mr. Abdo will be able to determine if any of these were a factor in your BAC test.
Implied Consent Law
In Michigan, all drivers impliedly consent to have their blood or breath tested for alcohol or drugs simply by obtaining a Michigan driver's license. This is known as the implied consent law. If someone refuses to take a chemical test, the police can obtain a search warrant for a blood sample. You can also face harsh consequences for refusing a breathalyzer test, including the suspension of your license.
Something about consequences
The possible consequences of a drunk driving arrest in Sterling Heights depend on many different factors, including whether you were involved in an accident that caused serious injury, whether you endangered children, and whether you have prior drunk driving convictions.
There are a range of possible penalties that you could face if convicted of a DUI charge in Sterling Heights or Warren:
- Jail time
- Felony charges
- License revocation or suspension
- Fines and fees for arrest, investigation, emergency response & prosecution
- Community service
For More Drunk Driving Information
Please review the following page for more information on drunk driving offenses:
- Michigan DUI Information
- DUI Punishments
- What to do when Stopped by the Police
- DUI Accident Penalties
- Building an Effective Defense
For more information about charges and sentencing and possible defenses, contact a drunk driving lawyer in Sterling Heights.
