DETROIT Suspended License Lawyers
Experienced representation when your license is suspended in Detroit
Your driver’s license can be suspended for many reasons. Your license may be suspended for operating your vehicle while intoxicated or for other criminal offenses that require a mandatory suspension. Your license can also be suspended if you accumulate 12 or more points on your driving record – due to being found guilty of moving traffic violations. Your license may also be suspended if you fail to appear for a hearing, fail to pay for court-ordered child support, or for other reasons. Generally, a license suspension lasts for a specific period of time or until you comply with specific conditions.
At ElimiTix, we fight the initial traffic violation charge. We explain what steps you might be able to take to remove points from your driving record. Our Detroit license suspension lawyers explain what steps you must complete and what steps you must take to end the suspension of your license so you can drive again. We also explain the consequences for driving on a suspended license. Call ElimiTix now. We’re ready to help contest license suspension offenses and end the suspension of your driving privileges.
Why can a license be suspended in Detroit due to traffic tickets?
In Michigan, drivers are assessed points for various Michigan traffic violations. The points are assessed if you plead guilty or if you are found guilty after a hearing. There are suspension consequences for accumulating too many points as follows:
- 4 or more points. You’ll receive a warning letter from the Michigan Secretary of State.
- 8 or more points. You’ll receive a second warning letter from the Michigan Secretary of State.
- 12 or more points. You’ll be asked to take a driver reexamination test. The test will examine your vision, examine your knowledge of Michigan’s traffic laws, include an on-road test, and request appropriate medical and vision records.
As a result of the reexamination you could:
- Receive a restricted license that has specific conditions such as the requirement to install and use an ignition interlock device (IID) that tests your blood alcohol content.
- A suspension of your license for a specific time period.
- A suspension of your license until you complete certain specific requirements. A first OWI/DWI/DUI offense will result in a license suspension of six months. If your BAC was .17 or higher or you refused to take a BAC test if the officer suspected a DUI – the license suspension is for 12 months.
The points stay on your record for two years after the date of your convictions. Points can also include off-road vehicle and snowmobile violations.
According to the Michigan Department of State, the points are assessed as follows:
- Two points. Drivers are assessed two points for:
- Driving with an open container of alcohol such as a beer can in their vehicle
- All moving traffic violations that aren’t assessed with a higher point total
- Refusing to take a breath test if they’re legally pulled over and they’re under 21
- Three points. Drivers are assessed four points for:
- Driving carelessly
- Driving between 11 and 15 mph over the speed limit
- Not obeying stop signs or traffic signals
- Failing to stop at a railroad crossing
- Not complying with school crossing guard instructions
- Not stopping for a school bus
- Passing improperly
- Four points. Drivers are assessed four points for:
- Driving while visibly impaired
- Drag racing
- Having any alcohol on a blood alcohol test if the driver is under 21
- Driving 16 mph or more over the speed limit
- Failing to yield or use caution for emergency vehicles.
- Six points. Drivers are assessed six points for:
- Various felonies that involve the use of a vehicle
- Manslaughter or negligent homicide [Not sure if this requires a vehicle?]
- Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs
- Having a BAC of .08 or higher
- Reckless driving
- Refusing to take a chemical test if suspected of drunk or drugged driving
- Fleeing or eluding a police officer.
Your license can also be suspended if you fail to comply with any insurance laws.
How do you challenge traffic tickets that can result in a driver’s license suspension?
Our lawyers fight traffic tickets such as speeding, failing to yield, improper passing, and other traffic charges by holding the government to its burden to prove its case. If the officer fails to show up for the hearing, you may be entitled to have the charges dropped.
We contest the validity of any tests or equipment. At Elimitix, our Detroit license suspension lawyers question the credibility of the police officer, the right of the police officer to stop you, whether the officer could verify that you were the driver, the violation of any of your Constitutional rights, and we assert other defenses depending on what happened.
If your license was suspended due to a child support order, we seek to show the order was paid or will be paid in a reasonable amount of time. If you failed to appear at a hearing, we work to explain why you were absent and address any outstanding issues.
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How can a Basic Driver Improvement Course (BDIC) remove points from a driver’s license record?
Michigan offers a BDIC to help drivers remove points from their driving records. The removal of points can help avoid reaching the 12-point threshold that requires a suspension of driving privileges. An extra benefit is that passage of the BDIC can also help prevent the ticket information from being sent to your insurance companies. Insurance companies normally raise premiums as soon as they learn of a negative on a driver’s record.
Eligibility for a BDIC depends on several factors. You’re eligible if you meet the following conditions:
- You have a non-commercial Michigan driver’s license.
- You only have at most two points on your driving record.
- The traffic offense did not involve a criminal offense
- The traffic offense did not involve driving a commercial motor vehicle
- The offense/ticket is for an eligible offense – for example, is three points or less and is not for careless of negligent driving.
Generally, the course costs up to $100 and takes about four hours. There are online and in-classroom courses. The course must be offered by an approved sponsor. You still need to pay any fines or court costs associated with your ticket. There is generally a 60-day time limit for taking and completing the course.
Our Detroit license suspension will explain how the course works and what steps are necessary to ensure your driving record does not list any points once you pass the course.
How can a Basic Driver Improvement Course (BDIC) remove points from a driver’s license record?
Michigan offers a BDIC to help drivers remove points from their driving records. The removal of points can help avoid reaching the 12-point threshold that requires a suspension of driving privileges. An extra benefit is that passage of the BDIC can also help prevent the ticket information from being sent to your insurance companies. Insurance companies normally raise premiums as soon as they learn of a negative on a driver’s record.
Eligibility for a BDIC depends on several factors. You’re eligible if you meet the following conditions:
- You have a non-commercial Michigan driver’s license.
- You only have at most two points on your driving record.
- The traffic offense did not involve a criminal offense
- The traffic offense did not involve driving a commercial motor vehicle
- The offense/ticket is for an eligible offense – for example, is three points or less and is not for careless of negligent driving.
Generally, the course costs up to $100 and takes about four hours. There are online and in-classroom courses. The course must be offered by an approved sponsor. You still need to pay any fines or court costs associated with your ticket. There is generally a 60-day time limit for taking and completing the course.
Our Detroit license suspension will explain how the course works and what steps are necessary to ensure your driving record does not list any points once you pass the course.
What steps do I need to take to end the suspension and start driving again?
If you’ve completed your license suspension period or met any conditions that were imposed, contact ElimiTix today. We’ll help you reinstate your suspended license. The reinstatement conditions may vary depending on the type of offense. Reinstatement conditions include:
- Completing a formal application for driver’s license reinstatement.
- Paying the reinstatement fees
- Providing any supporting documents.
- Completing a substance abuse evaluation
You will need to be prepared to provide proof of your identity (a photo ID, US passport, your Social Security number, or a US military ID) and proof of your Michigan address.
What happens if I drive while my license is suspended?
If you risk driving while your license is suspended, you could be charged with a misdemeanor. Your license could be revoked. You will likely have to pay a fine. You will likely have to spend time in jail. When your license is restored, your insurance premiums will be huge.
It’s much less expensive to hire a skilled Detroit license suspension lawyer who will work to reinstate your driving privileges than to plead guilty and lose your driving privileges.
Speak with a respected Detroit license suspension lawyer today
ElimiTix is a law firm dedicated to providing traffic defense representation in and around the Metro Detroit Area. At ElimiTix, we specialize in representing clients charged with all motor-vehicle offenses and help drivers restore their license after a suspension or revocation. If you are facing a possible suspension of your license or want to reinstate your driving privileges after a suspension, call ElimiTix before you pay and speak to one of our attorneys free of charge. You could save hundreds or even thousands of dollars. Once hired, we will get to work immediately on your behalf.
ElimiTix Traffic Law Firm is located at 24100 Southfield Rd #203, Southfield, MI. Call our Detroit license restoration lawyers today at 844-983-2608.
ElimiTix serves the entire Metro-Detroit area including Detroit, Royal Oak, Birmingham, Sterling Heights, Southfield, Novi, Bloomfield Hills, Ann Arbor and every area in between. If your right to drive is in jeopardy of being suspended, click on the upload ticket button on our home page and hire our experienced attorney today!
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Marc Chambers
I received a ticket for disobeying a traffic signal (red light) in February 2020. Elimitix was suggested by a friend. It turned out to be a great idea. Farah and her team gave me confidence in a positive outcome from the start. Although, I was unable to logon to the website to track my ticket, the matter was handled without my participation. Due to covid circumstances, my notice to appear was scheduled and subsequently cancelled twice (in March and again in May). In late July, a proceeding was held that I did not have to attend. The Elimitix team was able to win a dismissal for me. The price was very reasonable and the results could not be beat. Thanks so much Farah. I would choose your firm and recommend your firm to anyone with a ticket issue.
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Mr Steve was very helpful and professional in taking care of the traffic ticket I received. I scanned and sent him my ticket and he very promptly assured me that he would take care of it. I was concerned that I would have a number of points since my driving license had expired. However Steve took care of everything when I appeared at court. He was with me all the way to the end of my hearing and all my issues were resolved to my satisfaction. I would recommend Steve to anybody who is looking for a good lawyer to take care of their legal issues. I had a very clean traffic record and thanks to Mr steve it is same as before
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