Super Drunk Driving Law

Effective October 31, 2010, you could face increased sanctions if convicted of operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.17 or greater. Among the enhanced sanctions faced by time offenders convicted of operating a motor vehicle with a BAC of 0.17 or greater are:

- Driver’s license suspension for one year with eligibility for a restricted driver’s license after 45 days;

- Installation of a Breath Alcohol Ignition Interlock Device (BAIID) as a condition of a restricted driver’s license;

- Mandatory alcohol treatment or self-help program for a period of not less than one year;

- Increase in the maximum fine amount from $500.00 to $700.00;

- Increase in the maximum period of incarceration from 93 days to 180 days in jail;

Please contact any of the attorneys’ at FLOOD LANCTOT CONNOR STABLEIN PLLC at (248) 547-1032 if you have any questions about the new Super Drunk Driving Law. You may also schedule a FREE consultation at our offices in Royal Oak, Michigan.

David Higbee, Partner – Chief Operating Officer
FLOOD LANCTOT CONNOR STABLEIN PLLC