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Reasonable suspicion is a threshold that allows police officers to conduct a traffic stop if they reasonably believe that a person is committing, has committed or is about to commit a crime. This differs from probable cause, which is the higher standard for an arrest....
One of the most common drunk driving-related myths is that drivers can pass or trick breath tests by sucking on a penny. A breath test is a small portable machine that the police can ask drivers to blow in to get a blood alcohol reading (BAC), which is the amount of...
You don’t want to get pulled over and find yourself facing serious drunk driving charges. At the same time, you may be out at the bar with friends, and you know that you have consumed a substantial amount of alcohol. You suspect that your own blood alcohol...
A DUI conviction will likely affect child custody decisions even when it does not result in jail time. This is because the child's best interests always take priority in custody proceedings, and anything that could risk their well-being informs the court's decision....
If you are over 21 years of age and have recently been pulled over on suspicion of drinking and driving, you may worry about having to take a Breathalyzer. As it turns out, while refusing to take a Breathalyzer in some cases can be problematic, it is within your...
If you find yourself in the position where you’ve been pulled over by the police for driving under the influence, you’ll probably have a million questions about what’s coming next. It’s a terrifying prospect to face. The most pressing question people usually have is,...
If you are like many Grand Rapids residents, you love to celebrate autumn with harvest festivals and Halloween parties. In fact, our city is known for its famous Halloween pub crawl, which will be held this year on Saturday, October 29, from 4 p.m. until midnight...
Many people who get pulled over for drunk driving in Michigan showed clear signs of impairment before the traffic stop. Maybe they swerved all over the road or failed to maintain a consistent speed. Officers know how to identify the signs of impaired driving. When...
Green beer, green hair and pub crawls are all familiar parts of St. Patrick’s Day in the United States. In fact, St. Patrick’s Day is one of the biggest “binge drinking” days of the year – particularly among young people. It’s also a big day for alcohol-related car...
Michigan has a problem with drunk driving – and the Michigan State Police and other law enforcement agencies are aiming to put a stop to it this holiday season. Once again, the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign has begun, running from Dec. 17, 2021, through...