I felt Mr. Barone and his team of professionals were absolutely the best defense I could ask for in determining how to best approach my OWI arrest. I never doubted for a second Mr. Barone’s abilities, knowledge or expertise when it comes to drinking and driving offenses.

Given the circumstances of my case, I feel I received the best possible outcome due to Mr. Barone and Mr. Fitzgerald (sic) understanding of my case, interpreting the law for me, and helping me decide what my options were. Because of Mr. Barone I know I received a better plea than I would have gotten with less knowledgeable or aggressive attorney.

Because of Mr. Barone I can continue to drive which I depend on for my living.

With Sincere Gratitude,

-M.S.

Case #03

State of Michigan vs. T. B
1st District Court
Monroe, Michigan

Client stopped for improper lane usage and failure to signal. Police officer had observed client braking sporadically, weaving in the lane, and crossing over the fog line three times.  Client admitted to drinking "3 tall beers" half hour prior to arrest. During the alphabet, client admitted "I know I messed up, I've had too much to drink". Client also missed fingers during the finger count, and didn't follow instructions when asked to choose a number between 21 and 19. His preliminary breath test was .19, and the evidentiary breath test was .19.  Based on client's prior record he was charged as an OUIL / per se, 2nd offense.

During the pretrial and trial preparation of the case it was discovered that the arresting officer had not properly followed the 15 minute observation rule prior to the administering of the breath test. This was despite the fact that the same officer had indicated on the evidence ticket that she had observed the 15 minute observation period.

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