Michigan OWI: Second Offense

Last reviewed: 2026-07-17

A second OWI in Michigan is generally classified as a misdemeanor (within 7 years).

Jail: 5 days – 1 year; mandatory min 5 days jail (or 30–90 days community service)
Fine: $200–$1,000 (plus costs)
License suspension: 1-year revocation (minimum) — license REVOKED, not suspended; reinstatement only via Secretary of State hearing – indefinite until hearing won; hardship: restricted license possible after 1 year via hearing, with interlock
Ignition interlock: Required
Mandatory vehicle immobilization 90–180 days (or forfeiture); plate confiscation; 6 points.

Lookback period: 7 (second offense) / lifetime (third — Heidi's Law). Heidi's Law (2007): third offense is a FELONY regardless of how old the priors are (lifetime lookback); second-offense enhancements use a 7-year window.

See second offense in another state