The Law Journal - Dailey Law Firm » Criminal Defense http://the-law-journal.daileylawyers.com Journal Fri, 02 Oct 2009 19:11:45 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 Driver License Restoration http://the-law-journal.daileylawyers.com/driver-license-restoration http://the-law-journal.daileylawyers.com/driver-license-restoration#comments Thu, 05 Jun 2008 18:17:55 +0000 brian http://lawshow.pistonbroke.com/the_law_journal/?p=7 Most people who have had their license revoked by the Secretary of State (”SOS”) have been convicted of multiple drunk driving charges. In Michigan, if you are convicted of 2 drunk driving charges within 7 years, then your license is automatically revoked for at least 1 year. If you are convicted of 3 drunk driving charges within 10 years, then your license is automatically revoked for at least 5 years.

At the end of the 1 or 5 year period, in almost every case (except cases where the multiple drunk driving convictions all happened before January 1, 1992), the person must request a Hearing before the SOS. At the SOS Hearing, the person must prove they are completely sober and that they actively participate in a structured support group, such as AA. The SOS is HIGHLY technical in how they review these cases, so it is crucial that you are represented by an experienced driver license restoration attorney to ensure you have the best chance of success. In most cases, if you lose an SOS Hearing, you must wait a full year before you can re-apply, which is why it is so important to ensure proper preparation for the SOS Hearing.

Our Driver License Restoration specialist, Attorney Matt Catchick, has been representing individuals in Driver License Restoration cases for nearly twelve years, with tremendous success. Please call Matt Catchick at 1-866-66-LAWYER, and he would be happy to schedule a free initial consultation with you.

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Many people make the mistake of hiring a lawyer after they have already accumulated several tickets, which makes it far more difficult for the lawyer to negotiate with the prosecutor in trying to keep the ticket off your driving record. Whenever you get a traffic ticket, EVEN if you have a PERFECT driving record, you should always consult with an attorney to assess your options and discuss your best direction. It is far easier to keep a perfect record perfect, as opposed to trying to help someone who has a terrible driving record.

At Dailey Law Firm, our traffic specialist, Attorney Matt Catchick, has successfully handled literally hundreds of traffic tickets throughout Metro Detroit and the surrounding area. If you ever receive a traffic ticket, call Matt Catchick at 1-866-66-LAWYER before you simply pay the ticket. He will be happy to give you a free initial consultation and provide you with expert, honest advice on your best options.

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