What are the minimum possible penalties I face for a first offense?
OffensePointsLicenseAssessment OWI630 day suspension 5 month restricted license$1,000/yr. for 2 years OWVI43 month restricted license$500/yr. for 2 years • What will happen if I do not complete the classes or public service ordered by the Court? You will go to jail. • I lost my Michigan license. May I obtain a license in another state. In most cases, no. • If I obtain an international driver’s license, may I drive in Michigan, even though my Michigan license is revoked? No. • Am I a bad person, because I was arrested for DUI? No, but you are well advised never, never smell like alcohol while behind the wheel. You do not need to feel humiliated. • What if I burped within fifteen minutes of blowing? The breath machine may have read alcohol from your stomach rather than you lungs. The result may be incorrect. A similar problem can occur with dentures.