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Expungement

Expungement is the legal process by which a record of criminal conviction is destroyed or sealed from state or federal record. Getting a DUI/OWI stricken from your record has a massive positive impact on your future. In these articles, Attorney Mark Caldwell examines the Michigan expungement process in depth; providing insight on how it works, eligibility, and best practices for ensuring your criminal record is free of debilitating charges.

How to Get Your Driver’s License Back After a DUI

January 9, 2025November 25, 2024 by markmcaldwell
decorative image of driver holding his keys after getting his driver's license back.

A Step-by-Step Guide for Michigan Driver’s License Reinstatement Losing your driver’s license is a daunting setback. Not only does this … Read more

Categories Driver's License Restoration, Drunk Driving, Expungement, Michigan DUI Lawyer

Understanding the Michigan License Point System

August 11, 2025November 14, 2024 by markmcaldwell
An official document showing approval for a driver's license application.

Losing your driver’s license in Michigan can severely disrupt daily life. From commuting to work and running errands to managing … Read more

Categories Driver's License Restoration, Expungement

Learn how the Michigan HYTA Act Can Clear Your Criminal Record

August 11, 2025July 9, 2024 by markmcaldwell
An eraser erases a criminal record in accordance with how the Michigan HYTA program works for young offenders.

A Second Chance: How the Holmes Youthful Trainee Act (HYTA) Can Help Young Offenders in Michigan Highlights: HYTA status can … Read more

Categories Expungement

Can a DUI be Expunged from your Record in Michigan?

November 14, 2024April 30, 2024 by markmcaldwell
An infographic shows the 11 steps of how a person can expunge a DUI from their record in Michigan with an experienced expungement lawyer.

Highlights: A DUI stays on your record in Michigan forever unless you get it expunged. You can expunge a DUI … Read more

Categories Expungement

Michigan Sobriety Court: Everything You Need to Know

August 11, 2025April 2, 2024 by markmcaldwell
A bottle of wine with a lock around the neck symbolizes the recovery process that Michigan Sobriety Court can help with.

  Getting a drunk driving charge can be stressful, especially if it’s a second or third offense. The penalties in … Read more

Categories Expungement, Michigan Traffic Laws

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