Livonia DUI Defense Attorney William Maze
28 Years of Aggressive Drunk Driving Defense in the 16th District Court
When you face drunk driving charges in Livonia, Michigan, the stakes are high. License suspensions, heavy fines, increased insurance rates, mandatory alcohol treatment, and potential jail time threaten your freedom and livelihood. Attorney William Maze brings 28 years of dedicated DUI defense experience to every case in the 16th District Court, providing clients with the aggressive, scientifically-grounded representation they deserve.
Court-Qualified Expert Witness in Breath Testing and Field Sobriety Tests
Unlike most DUI attorneys who simply negotiate plea agreements, William Maze possesses the technical expertise to challenge the prosecution's evidence at its foundation. Numerous Michigan courts have qualified Mr. Maze as an expert witness in standardized field sobriety testing (SFSTs), Michigan DataMaster breath testing, and Intoxilyzer 9000 procedures. He owns two DataMaster instruments and has conducted hundreds of experiments analyzing their accuracy and reliability. His factory training at National Patent Analytical Systems, combined with extensive study of peer-reviewed forensic toxicology research, allows him to identify critical flaws in breath and blood testing that other attorneys overlook.
Former Forensic Science Professor
Mr. Maze served as an Adjunct Professor of Forensic Science at Madonna University from 2021 to 2024, teaching courses in Ethics and Expert Testimony and Criminal Law and the Rules of Evidence. This academic background provides Livonia clients with an attorney who understands both the science behind DUI evidence and the legal standards governing its admissibility. When cross-examining police officers and forensic laboratory witnesses, Mr. Maze draws upon this comprehensive knowledge to expose weaknesses in the prosecution's case.
Statewide Leadership in Criminal Defense
As Past President of the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan (CDAM) and a current member of the CDAM Board of Directors, William Maze maintains relationships with the finest criminal defense lawyers throughout the state. He lectures frequently at state and national seminars, teaching other attorneys how to challenge breath tests, cross-examine Drug Recognition Experts, and defend complex drugged driving cases. His published work, Witness Preparation and Examination for DUI Proceedings (West, 2012 edition), remains a leading resource for DUI defense practitioners nationwide.
Proven Results in Livonia and Throughout Michigan
With over one hundred jury trials and landmark appellate victories—including Amberg v City of Dearborn before the Michigan Supreme Court and People v Wyrybkowski establishing that defense experts must be permitted to testify regarding horizontal gaze nystagmus testing—Mr. Maze has demonstrated his willingness to fight cases through trial when necessary. This reputation for aggressive litigation often produces favorable plea negotiations, with prosecutors offering reduced charges knowing that Mr. Maze will take weak cases to verdict.
Convenient Livonia Office Location
Maze Legal PLC maintains an office at 15233 Farmington Road in Livonia, directly across the street from the 16th District Court. Additional offices near Detroit Metro Airport ensure accessibility for clients throughout Wayne County and Metro Detroit.
Contact the Livonia office at (734) 591-0100 for a free, confidential case evaluation.