QUESTION
What can happen if I get charged for a DUI in another state?
Asked on May 10th, 2014 on DUI/DWI - Michigan
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I am just wondering what can legally happen if I am being charged for a DUI in Michigan but am no longer a resident? I currently reside in North Carolina. My DUI occurred over a year ago, I am just now getting arraigned for it. Do I get a warrant? Do I go back to Michigan and go to court? Will this affect my North Carolina license?
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Michael J. Breczinski
Yes this can affect your NC license. Yes you should get a lawyer and deal with it or there will be a warrant out for your arrest.
Answered on May 19th, 2014 at 3:20 AM
Small Businesses Attorney serving Livonia, MI
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Yes, it effects you everywhere. If you are not in Michigan, some courts will allow you to appear through an attorney. Others will not. You need an attorney for sure. Where is the case?
Answered on May 13th, 2014 at 7:38 PM
Criminal Defense Attorney serving Southfield, MI
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Yes to all you need a lawyer here to take care of this. And yes, it could effect your license.
Answered on May 13th, 2014 at 7:38 PM
Family Law Attorney serving West Bloomfield, MI
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You will need to take care of this charge in Michigan. You will be required to attend in person, at least, some of the court appearances. However, your attorney can potentially resolve some without the need for you to travel back to Michigan. Consult with an attorney in Michigan to discuss further.
Answered on May 13th, 2014 at 7:38 PM
Adoptions Attorney serving Lansing, MI
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You will have to go back to Michigan eventually to get it resolved. There is probably a warrant issued. You can check with the court to see if they have issued one. Any licensing sanctions Michigan imposes will be shared with North Carolina and it will be up to North Carolina to sanction you how they see fit. Contact an experienced Michigan DUI attorney to represent you.
Answered on May 13th, 2014 at 7:38 PM