DUI
Field Sobriety Tests Explained (Michigan DUI)
How reliable are field sobriety tests in Michigan? Learn how they work, their limitations, and how they can be challenged in DUI cases.
July 1, 2026
Read legal insights from Ryan Maesen Attorney at Law.
If you’ve been charged with DUI (OWI), one of your first questions is likely:
👉 How much is this going to cost me?
The answer depends on several factors—but understanding the range and what affects pricing can help you make an informed decision.
DUI defense costs can vary widely depending on the case.
Typical ranges:
There is no fixed price because every case is different.
More complex cases require more time and work.
Repeat offenses increase legal risk and preparation.
Trials require significantly more time and cost.
Cases involving expert witnesses or technical defenses may cost more.
While cost matters, the consequences of a conviction matter more.
A lawyer can:
👉 The cost of not hiring a lawyer can often be much higher.
Many DUI lawyers offer:
👉 Speak with a Grand Rapids DUI lawyer to understand your options.
Get a free consultation with Ryan Maesen. Discuss your case, understand your options, and learn what steps to take next.
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How reliable are field sobriety tests in Michigan? Learn how they work, their limitations, and how they can be challenged in DUI cases.
Michigan law organizes sexual offense charges into four degrees of Criminal Sexual Conduct under MCL 750.520b through 750.520e. The degrees are distinguished primarily by whether the offense involved sexual penetration or sexual contact, the age of the alleged victim, the relationship between the parties, and whether force, coercion, or a weapon was involved.
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