A Mother's Fight in Leelanau County: Jessica’s 86th District Court DUI Arrest

Charged with Drunk Driving - Leelanau County

​Jessica, a 36-year-old schoolteacher from Suttons Bay, had a clean record—until one night after a friend’s birthday celebration. She was pulled over and charged with Operating While Intoxicated (OWI). Jessica was mortified. She worried about her job, her reputation in the small community, and how this would affect her future.

When Jessica contacted attorney Jonathan Paul, she felt an overwhelming sense of relief. Jonathan didn’t treat her like a criminal; he saw her as a dedicated professional who had made a mistake. Jonathan listened to her concerns and learned about the pressures she faced in her personal and professional life. With empathy as the foundation, Jonathan approached her case with the goal of reducing the long-term impact on her life.

In court, Jonathan successfully argued for a reduction of charges, avoiding harsh penalties that could have jeopardized Jessica’s career. By focusing on her positive contributions to the community and presenting her as a responsible individual who was committed to learning from her mistake, Jonathan helped Jessica navigate the legal system with minimal disruption to her life. Jessica walked away from the case with her career and reputation intact, and more importantly, with renewed confidence in her ability to move forward.