OWI & Alcohol Offenses
Beyond the fines, a drunk-driving charge can cost you your license, your job or a place in school. I'll explain Michigan's laws and work to limit the impact.
Talk about your caseCriminal Defense · Flint, Michigan
Because sometimes good people make bad choices.
Attorney Shelly McFarlane defends people facing alcohol, drug and misdemeanor charges throughout Michigan, and takes the time to learn every case from start to finish.
How I can help
Not all charges are created equal. Whether you're facing a misdemeanor or a felony, call before charges are filed if you can. The earlier I'm involved, the more options you have.
Drug Offenses
A conviction can follow you for years. Every case is different, and I'll walk you through yours to find the best course of action.
Talk about your caseMisdemeanors
Misdemeanors can still mean jail time of up to a year and the loss of privileges. Let me look at the facts and make sure your side is heard.
Talk about your caseTraffic & License Issues
[Shelly to confirm: a sentence on traffic violations, points and license suspensions she handles.]
Talk about your caseArrested? What happens next
Three things to know right away.
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Protect your rights
Politely decline to answer questions without your attorney present, and don't consent to a search of your property. Cooperate, but don't volunteer information.
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Know the booking process
Booking can include a photo, fingerprints, seeing a judge and setting bail. In a drunk-driving case, you have a short window, up to 14 days, to request a hearing to fight a license suspension.
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Talk to an attorney first
Don't assume anything about your case until we've talked. I'll investigate thoroughly and look for every way to reduce or dismiss the charges.
About Shelly
I'm a Flint attorney serving people throughout Michigan. Clients tell me I'm easy to talk to, and I take that seriously: I'll learn your case from start to finish, explain your options in plain language, and go the extra mile on your defense.
Friendly, professional and persistent, I know how to get the job done.
- Admitted to practice
- Michigan Bar, 2017
- Law school
- Accredited Law School
- Courts
- Based in Genesee County, practicing throughout Michigan
Helpful resources
Links to outside sites for court records, classes and recovery support.
Courts & Records
Classes & Education
Let's talk about your case
Call, email or send a message. I'll get back to you promptly.
Phone
810-820-9860
Office
Mott Foundation Building503 S. Saginaw St, Suite 919
Flint, MI 48502