33 Year Old Philomath Man Sentenced To Prison On Fourth DUII In 10 Years (Photo)
- 04/24/26
Micky Michael was sentenced on a felony Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants conviction, his fourth DUII in the past 10 years. Benton Deputy Deputy District Attorney, John Vehrs, argued for a sentence of 24 months prison, but Judge Keri Smith opted to imposed only 19. Additionally, Michael was ordered to pay a $2,000, his Oregon Drivers License was revoked for life, and he was placed on 2 years post prison supervision.
Michael was stopped by Corvallis Police Department Officer Ryan Larson at 7:00 a.m. on October 16, 2024. Michael was reported to be weaving in his lane by Sergeant Abe Griswold, of Benton County Sheriff’s Office, Parole and Probation Department, who happened to be driving behind Machael at the time. Michael almost hit a guardrail and crossed his lane of travel about 20 times. At one point he crossed into oncoming traffic, swerving back into his own lane to avoid a collision. Griswold was concerned Mickey was going to leave the roadway and crash.
Michael failed field sobriety tests, and appeared under the influence of intoxicants. A blood draw was obtained and showed a blood alcohol level of .038%. Additionally, THC (the psychoactive component of cannabis), was present in Michael’s blood.
“When a person takes to the streets under the influence, they are surrounded by countless potential victims. Take a look at the video showing dozens of vehicles passing Mr. Michael while he is failing his field sobriety tests. But for the efforts of Officer Larson, one of those drivers may not have made it home to their loved ones. Do not use intoxicants and drive. It is not worth the risk.” Ryan Joslin, Benton County District Attorney.
https://youtu.be/crkJPMbv-xU
33 Year Old Philomath Man Sentenced To Prison On Fourth DUII In 10 Years (Photo)
- 04/24/26
Micky Michael was sentenced on a felony Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants conviction, his fourth DUII in the past 10 years. Benton Deputy Deputy District Attorney, John Vehrs, argued for a sentence of 24 months prison, but Judge Keri Smith opted to imposed only 19. Additionally, Michael was ordered to pay a $2,000, his Oregon Drivers License was revoked for life, and he was placed on 2 years post prison supervision.
Michael was stopped by Corvallis Police Department Officer Ryan Larson at 7:00 a.m. on October 16, 2024. Michael was reported to be weaving in his lane by Sergeant Abe Griswold, of Benton County Sheriff’s Office, Parole and Probation Department, who happened to be driving behind Machael at the time. Michael almost hit a guardrail and crossed his lane of travel about 20 times. At one point he crossed into oncoming traffic, swerving back into his own lane to avoid a collision. Griswold was concerned Mickey was going to leave the roadway and crash.
Michael failed field sobriety tests, and appeared under the influence of intoxicants. A blood draw was obtained and showed a blood alcohol level of .038%. Additionally, THC (the psychoactive component of cannabis), was present in Michael’s blood.
“When a person takes to the streets under the influence, they are surrounded by countless potential victims. Take a look at the video showing dozens of vehicles passing Mr. Michael while he is failing his field sobriety tests. But for the efforts of Officer Larson, one of those drivers may not have made it home to their loved ones. Do not use intoxicants and drive. It is not worth the risk.” Ryan Joslin, Benton County District Attorney.
https://youtu.be/crkJPMbv-xU