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Driving Offenses

As we all know, most everyone has either experienced a traffic offense or knows someone who has at some point in their life. For most of us, and for most offenses, it is an infrequent inconvenience which results in a few points on our driving record, a raise in insurance premiums and some out of pocket expense. However, even these minor infractions can carry substantial weight with some employers and can even prevent you from obtaining certain types of employment. Consulting the services of our office in these types of situations may be beneficial.

Certain types of offenses in Michigan, such as drunk driving, vehicular homicide and reckless driving, or the accumulation of several tickets in a short period of time, can become a serious matter to you. Penalties can range from suspension of your license, heavy fines, and/or imprisonment. All of these can have a substantial impact on your life in terms of possible personal asset and employment loss issues. You will need a qualified attorney to represent you!

So, when do I need a lawyer for a traffic offense?

If you are charged with an offense that could result in incarceration or loss of your license, you need a lawyer. These offenses include cases involving DUI (drunk driving), reckless driving, careless driving, hit and run, involuntary manslaughter, habitual offender, or driving on a suspended or revoked license.

When is it helpful to have Superior Law represent you for traffic offenses?

Police officers are human and prone to make mistakes, also. Marvin Marks may be able to better represent your explanation in cases where you feel an error in judgment was made. For instance, our staff can meet with the Police Officer, State Police or Prosecutor or District Attorney and agree to a lesser charge. By obtaining an attorney, a judge is more open to hearing your case if you are serious about having your case reviewed. If the charge is reduced or dismissed you can save beyond what it costs to hire an attorney by keeping insurance premiums low.

Driving Under The Influence

Michigan's courts are tough on drunk drivers. The BAC (blood-alcohol content) allowed in these states has been lowered to 0.08%. The potential of personal and property loss from the action has had an incredible impact on the way the court system views the offense in the last twenty years. Courts now view the offense as being on the level of murder in cases involving death and penalties resulting in life sentences for the defendant. Without legal representation, you stand to lose much more than your license.

Traffic Offenses
DUI