Shelby Township OWI Defense Attorney

Were you arrested for drunk driving in Shelby Township? An OWI charge can lead to license suspension, jail time, and high fines. You need a skilled Shelby Township OWI defense attorney who can protect your record and your future.

At the Law Office of Julian J. Poota, PLLC, we have over 20 years of experience defending clients against OWI and DUI charges in Macomb County. We know the local court system and how to build strong, strategic defenses to help you move forward.

Michigan OWI Charges We Defend

Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) includes several types of alcohol- or drug-related driving charges. We handle:

• OWI (Operating While Intoxicated, also known as DWI , DUI, OUI, or OUIL)
• OWVI (Operating While Visibly Impaired)
• OWI Causing Death or Serious Impairment
• Super Drunk-High BAC (Operating with BAC of .17 or more)
• Zero Tolerance Violation (Under 21 years old with BAC .02 or more)
• OWI 2nd Offense
• OWI Felony 3rd Offense
• 4^th Habitual Felony OWI
• Child Endangerment
• OUID (Operating under the Influence of Drugs
• OWPD (Operating with the Presence of Drugs)
• Boating under the influence
• Snowmobiling under the influence
• Minor in possession (MIP)
• Operating with open container or intoxicants
• Possession of a firearm while intoxicated
• Driver’s license revocation and reinstatement

Many of these charges come with both criminal penalties and license sanctions. You must act quickly after an arrest to protect your driving privileges.

OWI Penalties in Shelby Township

The consequences of a conviction vary based on your prior record and the severity of the charge.

First Offense OWI:

• Up to 93 days in jail
• Fines up to $500
• 6 points on your driving record
• 30-day license suspension + 150-day restrictions
• Community service

Second or Third Offense:

• Mandatory jail or prison time
• License revocation
• Ignition interlock device
• Vehicle immobilization or forfeiture
• Felony record (3rd offense)

You only have 14 days to contest a license suspension with the Secretary of State. Don’t wait—contact an attorney immediately.

Why Hire Julian J. Poota as Your OWI Defense Attorney?

Julian J. Poota is a respected Shelby Township OWI defense attorney with a proven record of dismissed and reduced charges. He will closely examine police conduct, breath test results, and field sobriety procedures to find weaknesses in the case against you.

Why Clients Choose Us:

• Over 20 years of DUI and criminal defense experience
• Trusted local reputation in Macomb County courts
• Strategic, responsive, and aggressive legal representation
• Over 400 five-star reviews on Google

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Shelby Township OWI Cases Are Heard At:

41A District Court – Shelby Township Division
📍 51660 Van Dyke Ave, Shelby Twp, MI 48316
📞 (586) 739-7325
🌐 Shelby Township District Court Website

We regularly represent OWI clients in this court and are familiar with its procedures, judges, and prosecutors.

Request a Free Consultation Today

If you’ve been charged with OWI in Shelby Township, call us now. The sooner you get legal help, the stronger your defense will be. Contact the Law Office of Julian J. Poota at (888) 399-7979 for a free, private consultation.

You can also fill out our online contact form and we’ll reach out promptly.