Genesee County DUI Defense: Your Guide to the 67th District Court - Drunk Driving

Facing a DUI in Genesee County? Here’s What You Need to Know

​A DUI charge in Genesee County can have serious consequences, but it does not define you. If you were arrested for drunk driving in Flint, Fenton, Grand Blanc, Clio, Davison, or any surrounding townships, your case will be handled in the 67th District Court under one of the division judges.
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Our firm takes a different approach to DUI defense. Rather than treating clients like criminals, we focus on their personal journey, helping them demonstrate accountability and growth in court.

This guide will cover:
✅ The 67th District Court system and how DUI cases are handled
✅ Judges across each division and their expectations
✅ The psychology behind DUI behavior
✅ How a proactive approach can improve your outcome
✅ The different types of DUI charges in Michigan

67th District Court: Judges & Locations in Genesee County
The 67th District Court covers multiple divisions based on where the DUI occurred:
Division 1 (Flushing, Clio & Surrounding Townships)

• Judges: Hon. David J. Goggins, Hon. William H. Crawford, II (Chief Judge)
• Locations:
  • 630 S. Saginaw St., Flint, MI 48502
  • 1415 Flushing Road, Flushing, MI 48433

Division 2 (Davison, Burton & Surrounding Townships)

• Judges: Hon. Jessica J. Hammon, Hon. Jennifer J. Manley, Hon. William H. Crawford, II
• Locations:
  • 4094 Manor Dr., Burton, MI 48529
  • 200 E. Flint St., Davison, MI 48423

Division 3 (Mt. Morris & Surrounding Townships)

• Judges: Hon. Vikki Bayeh Haley, Hon. William H. Crawford, II
• Location: 11820 N. Saginaw St., Mt. Morris, MI 48458

Division 4 (Fenton, Grand Blanc, Swartz Creek & Surrounding Townships)

• Judges: Hon. Mark C. McCabe, Hon. William H. Crawford, II, Hon. Jeffrey E. Clothier
• Locations:
  • 17100 Silver Parkway, Fenton, MI 48430
  • 8173 S. Saginaw St., Grand Blanc, MI 48439

Division 5 (City of Flint)

• Judges: Hon. G. David Guinn, Hon. Tabitha M. Marsh, Hon. William H. Crawford, II, Hon. Herman Marable, Jr.
• Location: 630 S. Saginaw St., Flint, MI 48502

If you've been charged with Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) or another DUI-related offense, your case will be assigned to one of these judges.

Each judge expects accountability and proactive action before sentencing. What you do before your court date matters.

Why Do Good People Get Charged with Drunk Driving?

Many DUI cases involve responsible individuals who never expected to be in trouble with the law. To understand why this happens, we turn to criminological theories that explain DUI behavior.

Criminological Theories Applied to DUI Cases✅ Rational Choice Theory (Cornish & Clarke)

• People weigh risks vs. rewards before making decisions.
• Many first-time DUI offenders underestimate risk and overestimate their ability to drive.
• Example: A person thinks, "I’ve driven after drinking before, and I was fine."

✅ Behavioral Economics (Kahneman & Tversky)

• Alcohol impairs judgment, making people overconfident in their ability to drive.
• Example: A driver believes they "drive better after a few drinks", ignoring the real effects of impairment.

✅ Neutralization Theory (Sykes & Matza)

• People justify their behavior to reduce guilt.
• Example: “I only had a couple of drinks,” or “I live close by, I’ll be fine.”

✅ General Strain Theory (Agnew)

• Stress and emotional strain can lead to poor decisions.
• Example: A person drinks after a stressful workday and drives home, thinking they’re making a rational choice.

By understanding these psychological factors, we help clients frame their case in a way that judges respect, leading to better outcomes.

Types of DUI Charges in Genesee County
🚨 Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) – BAC of 0.08 or higher
🚨 Impaired Driving – Driving while visibly impaired, even below 0.08 BAC
🚨 Super Drunk OWI – BAC of 0.17 or higher (harsher penalties)
🚨 Operating With Presence of Drugs (OWPD) – Any trace of a controlled substance
🚨 Zero Tolerance (Underage DUI) – BAC of 0.02 or higher for drivers under 21
🚨 OWI Child Endangerment – DUI while a minor is in the vehicle
🚨 OWI 2nd Offense – Harsher fines, mandatory jail time, and license revocation
🚨 OWI 3rd Offense (Felony DUI) – Handled in Genesee County Circuit Court
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Each charge carries different penalties, but taking proactive steps can help reduce consequences.