BUI in michigan... what to expect has anyone had one
 

UI in michigan... what to expect has anyone had one
Well as the topic says I got a BUI this weekend in Michigan from the DNR I blew a .11 they arrested me and i spent the night in county jail. friends of mine were able to take the boat back to the trailer. I was informed that it will not affect my driver's license as far as driving a vehicle goes but I am Not 100% sure I'm looking for advice from someone who has been there and for a heads up on what to expect next thank you

I'm not sure about the driver license I think it does,but PM Smarty on here he will know.

What lake?

I think this year it was just changed from .10 to .08 as the legal limit. I would not assume it will not affect your driver's license. Pony up for a lawyer and if you have no priors learn from your mistake and move on.

In Florida a BUI definitely affects your license like a DUI would on the street.

Michigan BUI Defense Lawyer

In addition to operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol, boating under the influence is also illegal in Michigan. You can be convicted of a BUI if your BAC limit is .10 or above and you are operating a boat or personal watercraft, such as a jet ski. The penalties for a BUI conviction are similar to a conviction for a DUI, which means that you can be sentenced to jail time, receive fines, and have your driver’s license suspended. Michigan’s Implied Consent law also applies to BUIs.

It is important to understand that being on the water can affect an operator’s impairment more than operating a motor vehicle. The wind, sun, engine noise, vibration, and motion of the boat can all lead to increased impairment. Boating is also seen as a social event, which leads people to not truly think through the consequences of drinking while boating.

A BUI charge and convections could prevent you from coming to Canada for business or vacation. In Canada, our DWI Laws are part of our Criminal Code. I know, its extreme, but we read all the time in the paper about people who have been turned back or arrested at the border for having a DWI charge on their record.

what is you,re other screen name ? this sounds familiar.:cool:

Very doubtful they would arrest you at the border. You will most likely will not be admitted to Canada...but arrested, No.

I`m no lawyer but blowing a .11 with a .10 limit. I`d argue accuracy of equipment. I did stay at a Holiday Inn :-)

Too bad the limit is .08