Recently, an individual in Eaton County found themselves in some trouble when they blew .11% and .12% results for a BAC (blood alcohol content) test. As a result, they were charged with OWI (operating a vehicle while intoxicated). Wanting to avoid the consequences...
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Restricted Driving Privileges Granted in MI Case
A client of Lansing criminal defense lawyer Tiffany DeBruin recently found themselves with a revoked driver’s license after more than one OWI conviction within seven years. The client had not successfully completed sobriety court in Michigan and was unsuccessfully...
Do You Qualify for a Pretrial Diversion Program in Michigan?
Many politicians have made a career out of “getting tough on crime.” They pledge to aggressively prosecute even low-level offenses, with the aim of making our communities safer. Unfortunately, first-time and non-violent offenders wind up facing harsh penalties,...
Clinton County Felony Negotiated Down to a Misdemeanor
Recently, an individual in Clinton County, MI found themselves in trouble when they were charged with felony altering registration and another misdemeanor traffic offense. Wanting to avoid the penalties that could stem from a conviction on this offense – which could...
Full Driving Privileges Restored for DeBruin Law PLLC Client
Driver’s licenses get suspended and revoked for many reasons, including, but not limited to: Drug and alcohol offenses Unpaid tickets Failure to appear in court Failure to stop at the scene of an accident An accumulation of too many driver’s license points When a...
Attorney Tiffany DeBruin Presented About Soft Science Experts at the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan Conference
Attorney Tiffany DeBruin was proud to present at the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan (CDAM) Conference regarding the use of “soft science” experts during criminal trials. Tiffany DeBruin is an Ohio native who worked and attended law school in the state before...
Felony Reduced to Misdemeanor with No Jail Time
If you’re facing a felony criminal charge in or around Lansing, MI it can often feel like your case is hopeless once you become aware of the possible penalties. However, it is important not to become discouraged because there is a lot that a skilled defense attorney...
Veteran Sees Hit & Run Charges Reduced to Zero Points
With rising insurance premiums and the possibility of having your license suspended, the importance of protecting your driving record in Michigan should not be ignored. For example, when a military veteran was charged with misdemeanor leaving the scene of an accident...
Drug Possession Charge Dismissed
When a young man in his twenties was recently charged with drug possession, attorney Tiffany DeBruin got in front of the situation and secured the services that her client needed. Since the individual had no prior criminal history and was already addressing the issue,...
When Might a Prosecutor Drop OWI Charges?
It’s rare for a prosecutor to drop OWI charges. What’s more common is for the prosecutor to offer an agreement under which you plead guilty to a lesser offense such as reckless driving. But even these so-called “wet reckless” dispositions only occur in cases where...