Legal Question in DUI Law in Michigan

Getting Drivers License Back - Secretary of State

A relative had an impaired drivers arrest in May, followed by another one in June. His first offense was resolved the first of December '05. To date the court has never received paperwork for him to begin processing the 2nd offense and he has received nothing regarding the charge (over 6 months). He paid $4,000 property damage (within 30 days) - thought perhaps it was dropped. In Dec. he went to the Secretary of State to get his license back - was informed they could not give it to him since his 2nd offense was still out there. Is there a timetable on such an offense - right to a speedy trial? What can be done? Could there be a bench arrest out there for him? He retained and paid for a lawyer in June. The lawyer doesn't even return his calls. Thank you for any information you can provide.


Asked on 1/06/06, 1:15 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
William Morrison Action Defense Center

Re: Getting Drivers License Back - Secretary of State

There is no right to a speedy trial unless your relative has been jailed on the charge. He/she should call the court handling his current charge to inquire if a bench warrant has been issued.

William Morrison

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Answered on 1/07/06, 3:04 pm


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