QUESTION
What will happen to my daughter's MIP if she has a prior offense for driving recklessly?
Asked on Apr 16th, 2014 on DUI/DWI - Michigan
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My daughter got an MIP in Holland, MI. She has a prior offense for driving recklessly and did 6 months probation about 2 years ago. I am worried what will happen to her now and should we hire a lawyer or use the public defender.
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Certainly she should be represented, and I would suggest a private lawyer would be preferable. It is my strongest recommendation to be represented given the fact that all court and criminal actions commonly have very long-term detrimental effects on the future prospects of young people.
Answered on Apr 16th, 2014 at 10:48 AM
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It is usually advisable to hire your own lawyer. She would still be eligible for diversion for the MIP, but some judges will be less inclined to give it if they have a previous conviction, especially if drugs or alcohol are related. I would invest in a good criminal defense lawyer that regularly handles MIP cases.
Answered on Apr 16th, 2014 at 10:31 AM
it should not be a jail concern but there are methods to keep such convictions off her record. Yes, you should hire a local attorney that knows their way around local courts to get the best result.
Answered on Apr 16th, 2014 at 10:30 AM