Suspected Drunk Driver Busted Driving Wrong Way on US-131
The Kent County Sheriff's Office and Michigan State Police were called about a driver going the wrong way on US-131. See video of the pursuit and learn driver's fate.
Michigan Penalty for Driving Wrong Way on a Highway
Driving the wrong way on a road or highway is extremely dangerous. If it happens due to a simple mistake, it is typically treated as a civil infraction. Penalties usually include fines ranging from $116 to $140, court costs, and two points added to your driver’s license. However, if the situation is more serious, driving the wrong way on a highway may result in misdemeanor charges, higher fines, and possible jail time.
Driving the wrong way on a highway while under the influence of alcohol can result in serious penalties. For a first-time offense, you may face up to 93 days in jail, fines ranging from $100 to $500, up to 360 hours of community service, six points added to your driving record, and a 30-day license suspension. If you are a repeat offender, the penalties become much more severe, with higher fines and the possibility of prison time.
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Police Arrest Driver Going Wrong Way on US-131
According to the Kent County Sheriff's Office Facebook page, on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, the Sheriffs Office and Michigan State Police were called about a driver going the wrong way on US-131. The suspect was heading southbound in the northbound lanes for several miles before pulling over for deputies.
Luckily, no one was injured because of the driver, but upon further questioning, officers discovered the driver was under the influence of alcohol. You can see the full chase and the arrest in the video below.
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