DETROIT CRIMINAL LAW BLOG

DETROIT CRIMINAL LAW BLOG

Proposed Amendment to Michigan Penal Code Would Classify Transgender Individuals as Protected Class

A new bill passed in the Michigan House of Representatives would amend the Michigan Penal Code to include additional penalties for hate crimes committed on the basis of gender identity or expression. The bill passed 59-50 in the House and …

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Client Released on Bond After Weeks in Jail

Handcuffs, gavel

Troy, MI – July 7, 2023: When our client’s family came to us 3 weeks ago, our 19-year-old client sat in the Oakland County Jail without bond in a serious armed robbery case. Mr. Freeman immediately went to work, and …

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Concealed Weapons Charges: Will I Have to Go to Jail?

Many individuals feel that carrying a concealed firearm is not only their right, but something that is necessary for their protection. However, in the state of Michigan, this act is considered a felony and can result in severe consequences. Not …

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Faced With Criminal Sexual Assault Accusations? Here’s Why You Should Get Us Involved as Soon as Possible.

When you hire a defense attorney to help you with allegations of criminal sexual assault, they are responsible for coming to your defense and advocating for your rights. But did you know that there are specific actions that you, as …

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Immediate Action Required For Firearms With Stabilizing Brace

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) has moved the goalpost once again by issuing final rule 2021R-O8F, “Factoring Criteria for Firearms with Attached ‘Stabilizing Braces.’” This new rule requires immediate action by May 31, 2023, by gun …

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Rights Of Gun Owners Would Be Restricted By Potential Michigan “Red Flag” Law

On Thursday, April 13, a new Michigan law that further threatens the rights of Michigan gun owners passed in the state House of Representatives. The bill now awaits approval in the Senate. If signed into law by state governor Gretchen …

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