Traveling while charged with a DUI in Michigan - don't miss an important business trip or family vacation

A DUI charge in Michigan will turn your life upside down, and that's ok.  An arrest for drunk driving in Michigan is a manageable situation if handled correctly.  This entire website discusses how to approach a Michigan DUI in a proactive manner, and the major benefits.  

This particular article, I want to address travel while charged with a DUI in Michigan.  The "rules of the road" during a DUI are no leaving the state without permission of the court.  The key of course is that last part - you can travel, but you need to get the judge to grant approval.  Well how do we do that? 

A judge could easily say NO WAY - you're charged with drunk driving, I am not letting you leave Michigan, you need to deal with this case.  That of course is a bit shortsighted as the goal of the criminal justice system is to better society, dish out punishment when warranted and protect society.  Is limiting a person's ability to travel really better for society? Probably not. We want people working, advancing their careers, supporting their family and contributing to society with hard work and adding value.  

It's important to get to the bottom of the issue, and to examine why a judge may have concerns, and do our best to address those issues before going to court.  A judge is mostly worried about you drinking alcohol, being out of sight of the court, and "on the loose".  

If you've invested in hiring a lawyer, you're certainly financially invested in your case; you are unlikely to run for it after hiring a lawyer, especially if you hold a job and have a family in Michigan. 

There are ways to test for alcohol from anywhere and anytime in the world with modern technology.  I put all of my clients on portable breath test devices from day one, because I deal with many professionals with busy schedules and a demanding lifestyle.  They may travel, or simply work a lot or don't want to be bothered with random testing.  There's value in convenience, and it will help you get the OK to travel during your DUI case in Michigan.   

​If charged with a DUI in Michigan, and concerned about travel, let's talk.