Michigan Owi Case Dismissal

Summary

The user was involved in an OWI incident in Caro, Michigan, causing serious injury while under the influence of Fentanyl. The user waived the probable cause hearing and is seeking advice on how to get the case dismissed. The user believes there was no probable cause for arrest other than the smell of weed. The user refused a chemical test and was not offered a field sobriety test. The user consulted with a lawyer after the arrest.

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Owi causing serious injury
What is the location of the incident, ****? This will help me provide you with the most accurate information.
Caro michigan
Michigan
What were the circumstances of the OWI causing serious injury incident?
I had a control substance in my system got into a accident
What substance was found in your system at the time of the accident?

In Michigan, OWI causing serious injury is a felony punishable by up to 5 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $*,*.
Fentanyl
In Michigan, driving under the influence of Fentanyl is illegal.

- Penalties can include fines, imprisonment, and license suspension.
- Tuscola County District Court, Caro, MI: (*) *-*.
Yee
What is the current status of your case?
We waved the proable causes hearing
What is the next step in your case after waiving the probable cause hearing?

In Michigan, after waiving the probable cause hearing, the case typically proceeds to a pretrial conference or a trial.
Im not sure
After waiving the probable cause hearing in Michigan, the next step is usually a pretrial conference or a trial. You should consult with your attorney for specific advice.
Motion to dismiss
What are the grounds for your motion to dismiss? In Michigan, motions to dismiss can be based on various reasons like insufficient evidence, procedural errors, etc.
No problema cause
What is the reason you believe your case should be dismissed?
How can i get my owi case dismissed
What state is your OWI case in? This is important as OWI laws vary by state.
Michigan
What are the details of your OWI case? In Michigan, dismissal might be possible if there were procedural errors or lack of evidence.
The police didn't have reason to arrest me other then the smell of weed
What were the circumstances leading up to your arrest? Were you driving under the influence or was the vehicle stationary?
I was driving a car cut me off and got in a crash
Did you take a field sobriety test or a chemical test at the scene of the accident?
No
Did you refuse the test or were you not offered one? In Michigan, refusal can lead to license suspension under implied consent laws.
I wasn't offered a field sobriety test I refused the chemical test
What was the reason for refusing the chemical test?

In Michigan, refusal of a chemical test can lead to license suspension under implied consent laws.
Because i didn't want too
Im not sure
Did the police read you your rights at the time of arrest?
No
Did you have a lawyer present during your arrest or questioning?
No
Did you consult with a lawyer after your arrest?
Yes
Did your lawyer file a motion to suppress evidence based on the lack of probable cause for your arrest?