Attorney Max J. Mizejewski
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MJM Law Office, P.C.
800 Williamette St.
Suite #700
Eugene, OR 97401
Website: www.mjmlawoffice.com
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About Attorney
Max J. Mizejewski
Practice Areas:
- Criminal Defense: DUI, Drug Crimes, Property Crimes, Person Crimes
- Family Law: Divorce, Custody, Support, Juvenile Law, Restraining Orders
States/Courts Admitted:
Oregon
Federal
Counties Served:
Lane
Courts Served:
All Oregon Courts
Federal Courts
Law School:
Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College
Undergrad:
University of California of Berkeley
Memberships:
Oregon State Bar
Federal Bar
Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
American Association for Justice
Multnomah Bar Association
Lane County Bar Association
Case Examples:
Had restraining order dismissed that was based on my client's threatening text messages.
Has won custody in trial.
Has achieved "Not Guilty" verdict in Criminal Possession Trial.
About Firm MJM Law Office, P.C.
Firm Mission Statement:
To provide high quality legal representation & advocacy to achieve optimal results for clients while exercising the highest standards of professionalism.
DUI Lawyer Eugene
MJM Law Office, P.C.
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
- TYPE OF CASES OUR FIRM HANDLES
I handle many types of cases in Eugene, Oregon to bench and jury trials including DUI, Criminal and Traffic.
- WE THINK YOU SHOULD HIRE US IF:
You want a Eugene DUI Lawyer who will personally handle your file and will be available for consultation afternoons, evenings and weekends. I will fairly evaluate your case and determine the most favorable course. I will not hesitate to go to trial on your case; that decision, however, will ultimately be yours.
- OUR FIRM IS NOT RIGHT FOR YOU IF:
You are looking for a lawyer who will only tell you what you want to hear. I will work with you to honestly assess the facts of the case.
- IF YOU WANT TO TELL OUR LAW FIRM ABOUT YOUR SITUATION YOU SHOULD:
I personally communicate with you whenever possible. If I am in Court when you call, you can leave a message. I personally guarantee you will hear back from me in 24-hours, or less - most often, much less. My office phone is (541) 505-9872.
- THE TYPICAL COST TO GET US TO START WORKING ON YOUR CASE IS:
The cost varies depending on the allegation and facts of the case. A fee will be quoted at our initial consultation. If you are clearly eligible for diversion I can often offer a flat fee as low as $750.
- OUR CLIENTS WILL TELL YOU THAT:
My level of experience, knowledge of the law in Eugene, Oregon, and personal familiarity with the judges, prosecutors, and system is a great advantage. In addition my personal and regular contact with clients, availability and involvement with every aspect of the case bring the most favorable results.
- OUR PHILOSOPHY ON HOW WE APPROACH OUR CASES IS:
Depending on the type of case I like to find out as much as I can about the facts of the case and talk to anyone who can help our defense. At that time we can discuss our options. The stronger our defense appears to the prosecutor, the better our chances are of getting a favorable result.
- IF YOU WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR FIRM YOU SHOULD:
During our free initial consultation I will answer any questions. Please call (541) 505-9872.
Oregon DUI Law Highlights: BAC Levels and Implied Consent (Table 1)
| State | "Per Se" BAC Level | "Zero Tolerance" BAC Level | Enhanced Penalty BAC Level | "Implied Consent" Law |
| Oregon | .08 | .00 | -- | Yes |
DEFINITIONS:
"Per Se" Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Level
As of August 2005, Oregon has DUI laws that deem "per se intoxicated" any driver with a blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) at or above .08 percent. This means that Eugene drivers with a BAC at or above .08 are intoxicated in the eyes of the law, and no additional proof of driving impairment is necessary.
"Zero Tolerance" Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Level
Oregon carries "zero tolerance" laws that target drivers under the legal drinking age. These laws penalize persons under 21 for operating a vehicle in Eugene with any trace of alcohol in their systems (a BAC above 0.0), or with negligible BAC levels such as .01 or .02 percent.
"Enhanced Penalty" Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Level
Oregon imposes harsher penalties on DUI offenders with a particularly high BAC at the time of the offense, typically .15 to .20 percent. DUI offenders in Eugene with a BAC at or above Oregon's enhanced penalty standards will likely face additional jail time, harsher fines, and more severe driver's license sanctions.
"Implied Consent" Laws
"Implied consent" laws require vehicle drivers to submit to some form of chemical test, such as breath, blood, or urine testing, if suspected of DUI. If a driver in Eugene refuses to submit to such testing, implied consent laws carry penalties such as mandatory suspension of a driver's license, usually for six months to a year.
Oregon DUI Law Highlights: Selected Penalties (Table 2)
| State | Administrative License Suspension/Revocation (1st/2nd/3rd Offense) | Mandatory Alcohol Education and Treatment/Assessment | Vehicle Confiscation Possible? | Ignition Interlock Device Possible? |
| Oregon | 90d/ 1y/ 1y | Both | Yes | Yes |
Note: Persons arrested for DUI in Eugene will be subject to additional criminal law penalties not addressed here -- including jail time, fines, and community service. Such criminal penalties are typically more discretionary than those identified in this chart, and are therefore more difficult to accurately predict. Generally speaking, first-time DUI offenders can expect to incur a fine, and face the possibility of jail time. Repeat DUI offenders will incur harsher fines, and will almost certainly be sentenced to a number of days in jail. Penalties will be harsher still if the DUI offender was involved in an accident in which someone else was injured or killed.
DEFINITIONS:
Administrative License Suspension/Revocation
The Administrative License Suspension/Revocation penalties indicated here refer to minimum mandatory penalties imposed on Eugene, Oregon drivers whose BAC is above the state limit for intoxication, or drivers who refuse to submit to BAC testing. Administrative suspension or revocation of a driver's license is usually carried out by a state agency (such as a Department of Motor Vehicles), distinct from any criminal court penalties. Most states impose harsher penalties for second or third DUI offenses, typically defined as those that occur within five years of a prior DUI offense.
Note: the penalties identified here do not include variations for DUI offenders operating commercial vehicles, or drivers who have violated "zero tolerance" and "enhanced penalty" DUI laws in Eugene, Oregon (see Table 1). Most states recognize different sanctions for these types of DUI offenses.
Mandatory Alcohol Education and Assessment/Treatment
Alcohol education and treatment/assessment penalties for DUI offenders Eugene, Oregon can include mandatory attendance at DUI prevention programs, and assessment of potential alcohol dependency problems. Such programs are often made "conditions" of a suspended sentence or probation, meaning that a DUI offender can avoid jail time and payment of hefty fines if he or she completes participation in the program. This chart indicates each state's utilization of alcohol education and treatment/assessment programs.
Vehicle Confiscation
Vehicle confiscation penalties allow a motor vehicle department or law enforcement agency to seize a DUI offender's vehicle, either permanently or for a set period of time. Such penalties typically apply only to repeat DUI offenders, and often the return of the vehicle requires payment of fines and significant administrative costs. This chart indicates each state's utilization of vehicle confiscation as a penalty for DUI.
Ignition Interlock
A vehicle ignition interlock breath-testing device measures a vehicle operator's BAC, and will prevent operation of the vehicle if more than a minimal amount of alcohol is detected (i.e. BAC level of .02). DUI offenders will usually be required to pay the costs of installation, rental, and maintenance of an ignition interlock device. This chart indicates each state's utilization of ignition interlock devices as a penalty for DUI.
