How to Expunge Your Michigan OWI Conviction.

By Attorney James Czarnecki|Czarnecki & Taylor PLLC|NOV 4, 2022

One of the most common questions we get at our office is whether a person can expunge a Michigan OWI conviction (operating while intoxicated) from their criminal record. The short answer is “yes.” However, the ability to expunge your Michigan OWI conviction depends on a number of factors, and each case is different.

When it comes to expunging a OWI record in Michigan, many people aren’t sure where to start or what steps they need to take. This blog post is designed to provide an overview of how the process works and what you can expect along the way. Whether you’re considering getting your record expunged or you’ve already started the process and need some guidance, this post will help you.

Michigan OWIs are now eligible for expungement.

On Monday, August 23, 2021, at 8:13 am, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed House Bills 4219 and 4220 allowing you the ability to expunge your Michigan OWI conviction from your Michigan criminal record.

What is a Michigan bench warrant?

If you have a Michigan bench warrant out for your arrest, don’t panic. While it’s not fun to be arrested by police officers and taken to jail when you were expecting to do something else with your day, a proactive approach to handling a bench warrant can avoid that problem.

Information on a First Offense Michigan OWI, Operating While Intoxicated charge.

By Attorney James Czarnecki|Czarnecki & Taylor PLLC|NOV 8, 2022

Sometimes, even the most intelligent people make poor decisions. A first offense Michigan OWI is often the result of a wrong decision. Many people make that mistake. Our office has represented people from all walks of life, including police officers, firefighters, doctors, lawyers, just about every career.

But, that mistake can have long-lasting on your life. Did you know that a first offense Michigan OWI can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony, depending on the facts of your case?

People who have never had a brush with the law are naturally concerned about what will happen. Often, an OWI is a person’s first contact with the law. People facing their first Michigan OWI charge have three primary concerns: how much jail time is involved, what the penalties are, and whether they need an attorney. Our goal in this article is to provide helpful information about these questions so you can better understand what you are facing.

Why you should clear your Michigan arrest warrant?

By Attorney James Czarnecki|Czarnecki & Taylor PLLC|NOV 2, 2022

Why you should clear a Michigan warrant — Why you should clear your Michigan arrest warrant.

Do you have a Michigan warrant for your arrest? If so, you’re likely concerned about what comes next. While an arrest warrant isn’t the same as a criminal conviction, it can still have severe implications for your future, including potentially losing your job, being unable to get into certain educational programs, or finding housing. To move on with your life, you should clear your Michigan arrest warrant.

The Michigan Criminal Arraignment Process: 4 Important Functions

What happens at a Michigan criminal arraignment?

What happens at Michigan arraignments? Every criminal case has what is called an arraignment. This is the first hearing in a criminal case. The Michigan criminal arraignment process serves several purposes. Today we will go over what those functions are, what they entail, and how you can be prepared for your own arraignment. It serves several important functions, and it’s essential that you know what to expect when you or someone close to you is arraigned.