QUESTION
Can a person do jail time instead of DUI classes and fees?
Asked on May 01st, 2013 on DUI/DWI - Michigan
6 ANSWERS
Criminal Defense Attorney serving Oakland, CA
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That is a question to ask at sentencing. I know that some of the fines can be converted into jail but some must be paid, the Judge will know how you can work that part out. The DUI school is required if you receive a DUI, a Judge may waive it but the DMV won't, if you were convicted of a DUI.
Answered on May 07th, 2013 at 12:04 AM
Nope. DUI classes is a condition of probation, and must be done.
Answered on May 02nd, 2013 at 1:56 AM
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Answered on May 01st, 2013 at 9:47 PM
Divorce & Separation Attorney serving Jacksonville, NC
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Generally, in some levels of DWI punishment you may be able to elect to do jail time instead of other options like community service. As to the classes, you don't have to do them but generally if you don't you'll most likely not get your drivers license back. As to the fees, again the court can not make you pay but they can make life real miserable for you if you don't and again you most likely won't get your license back.
Answered on May 01st, 2013 at 12:28 PM
Appellate Attorney serving Grosse Pointe Farms, MI
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That is a matter for the judges discretion, and not an option of the defendants.
Answered on May 01st, 2013 at 12:28 PM
Michael J. Breczinski
Yes but it will probably cost them more in lost wages etc. than taking the classes.
Answered on May 01st, 2013 at 12:28 PM