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  • Home
  • About
    • Firm Overview
    • Williams and Associates – Protecting Your Rights
    • The Importance Of Selecting The Right Attorney
    • How We Use Technology In Your Defense
  • Attorneys
    • Jesse L. Williams
    • James W. Amberg
    • Nader W. Nassif
    • David Rudoi
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    • Sex Crimes
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Taking a look at underage drunk driving charges

On Behalf of Williams & Associates | Jun 12, 2024 | OWI (Drunk Driving)

Driving under the influence of alcohol is a serious offense that can have devastating consequences, especially for minors. Underage drunk driving charges not only carry legal penalties but also have far-reaching effects on various aspects of a young person's life. It...

Do youthful offenses count as prior convictions?

On Behalf of Williams & Associates | Mar 18, 2024 | Criminal Law

When it comes to youthful offenses, many individuals wonder if they count as prior convictions. It is important to grasp the implications of these actions and how they can affect one's record in the eyes of the law. Youthful offenses defined Youthful offenses refer to...

Can drug addiction be a mitigating factor in your defense?

On Behalf of Williams & Associates | Dec 20, 2023 | Drug Offenses

Drug charges can have very serious consequences, but it is important to understand that many factors can affect the legal process. The presence of a drug addiction is one such thing that can play a part in your defense. While the legal landscape varies, some...

What happens if you refuse a breath test during a DUI stop?

On Behalf of Williams & Associates | Sep 25, 2023 | Criminal Law

In the state of Michigan, if you find yourself under suspicion of driving under the influence, the officer may ask you to take a breath alcohol test. The Michigan Vehicle Code makes refusing to take a breath test for a suspected DUI a crime. You should understand that...

Can a sickness cause you to fail a field sobriety test?

On Behalf of Williams & Associates | Jun 22, 2023 | OWI (Drunk Driving)

There were over 4000 alcohol-related crashes in Michigan in 2020, according to a report by the Michigan State Police. Field sobriety tests serve as key tools for law enforcement officers to assess possible impairment due to alcohol or drugs. However, these tests,...

5 ways that an arrest in high school can haunt you later in life

On Behalf of Williams & Associates | May 23, 2023 | Criminal Law

Criminal charges can carry severe repercussions for high school students. Both teenagers and their families need to understand that an arrest could put their future goals in jeopardy. Consider these potential long-term consequences of a criminal conviction. 1. College...

Determination and penalties of a felony OWI in Michigan

On Behalf of Williams & Associates | Mar 20, 2023 | OWI (Drunk Driving)

In the United States, 10,511 people died in alcohol-involved accidents in 2018. In addition, 985 people died and 74,963 received injuries in drunk driving incidents in Michigan in 2019. In Michigan, drinking and driving citations are OWI citations or operating while...

Digital communications that can lead to sex crime charges

On Behalf of Williams & Associates | Feb 15, 2023 | Sex Offenses

Technology has taken center stage in many aspects of life, from smart home management to information access. In fact, with smartphones becoming more advanced every day, people keep a large portion of their daily activities and information stored in their phones....

What happens when you violate the implied consent law?

On Behalf of Williams & Associates | Feb 13, 2023 | OWI (Drunk Driving)

When you obtain your driver’s license in the state of Michigan, implied consent is one of the obligations and responsibilities of licensed drivers. Implied consent means you consent to chemical testing for alcohol by carrying a driver’s license. Refusal to submit to...

Traverse City Drunk Driving (DUI/OWI) Arrests Scrutinized After DataMaster Fraud Revelations

On Behalf of Williams & Associates | Jan 15, 2020 | Firm News, OWI (Drunk Driving)

On Jan. 13, 2020, the Michigan State Police (MSP) issued a “Statement on Temporarily Suspending Use of Datamaster DMT in Wake of Criminal Investigation into Contractor Malfeasance.” MSP’s statement asserted that: “On Jan. 10, 2020, the MSP alerted prosecutors and...

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