What are defenses to road rage in Michigan?
Road rage incidents can escalate quickly on Michigan’s busy highways, turning a moment of frustration into serious criminal charges. When emotions run high behind the wheel, actions that seemed justified...
- February 13, 2026
- Criminal Defense
How Mental Health Affects Legal Issues and Criminal Cases
Certain mental illnesses can play a role in decisions that put people on the wrong side of the law. Some defendants live with conditions like bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or PTSD...
- January 08, 2026
- Criminal Defense
Is AI Giving Law Enforcement New Ways to Bypass the Constitution Without Warrants?
Law enforcement has always used new technology to push the boundaries of what the Constitution allows it to do, and AI is making it easier than ever for it to...
- December 16, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Facing Federal Charges? How a Former Prosecutor Builds Your Defense
Federal charges aren’t like state court. You may have agents at your door, a target letter, or a sudden accusation tied to months of federal surveillance. Working with a former...
- December 11, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Drone Laws in Michigan: FAA Rules and What to Do If a Drone Flies Over Your Home
Drones have become incredibly popular for recreation, business, and law enforcement. However, as private parties, businesses, and government agencies expand their drone use, many people have become concerned about the...
- November 11, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Is Simple Assault a Misdemeanor in Michigan?
Is Simple Assault a Misdemeanor in Michigan?
- September 03, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Does Intent Matter in Michigan Assault Cases?
Does Intent Matter in Michigan Assault Cases?
- August 01, 2025
- Criminal Defense
PSA: Protect Your Images — The Hidden Threat of AI “Nudify” Sites
Your Face. Your Photos. Your Privacy at Risk.
- July 25, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Can You Trust What You See or Hear? AI Deepfakes Are Forcing Lawyers to Rethink Evidence
The Legal System Is Built on Trust—But That Trust Is Being Tested
- July 25, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Why Michigan’s Education Campaign Will Likely Lead to More Criminal Charges
Big Money, Big Expectations
- July 23, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Church Security Shooting in Wayne, Michigan: What the Law Says About Deadly Force
A Sunday Morning Shooting Averted a Potential Mass Tragedy
- July 11, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Driving Through Protesters in Michigan: What the Law Actually Says
Driving Through Protesters in Michigan: What the Law Actually Says
- July 07, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Diddy Found Guilty on Prostitution Charges: Legal Fallout and What’s Next
Diddy Found Guilty on Prostitution Charges: Legal Fallout and What’s Next
- July 02, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Construction Zone Charges on I-75 or I-94? What You Need to Know About Criminal Consequences
Road Work Is Booming—and So Are the Criminal Charges
- July 02, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Michigan Fireworks Laws: What You Need to Know This Fourth of July
Fireworks Are Legal—But Only in Certain Situations
- June 30, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Vandalism, Arson & Destruction of Property During Demonstrations: What You Need to Know Before Participating in Protests
DOJ Warns of Crackdown Ahead of “No Kings” Demonstrations
- June 13, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Federal Arrests in LA and New Jersey Highlight Real Consequences
Recent protests in Los Angeles resulted in dozens of arrests—and federal assault charges—after alleged attacks on federal officers. One man faces charges for throwing a Molotov cocktail at LAPD and...
- June 12, 2025
- Criminal Defense
The Legal Consequences of Hazing: When a “Prank” Turns into Criminal Charges
The Legal Consequences of Hazing: When a “Prank” Turns into Criminal Charges
- June 09, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Tragic Michigan House Party Shooting: Legal Implications of Reckless Firearm Use
Tragic Michigan House Party Shooting: Legal Implications of Reckless Firearm Use
- June 06, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Arrested at the Canadian Border Near Detroit or Port Huron? One Wrong Turn Could Cost You Everything
One Mistake. Major Consequences.
- June 04, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Juvenile Charges, Alcohol, and Drugs: What Parents Need to Know This Spring and Summer
As the school year winds down and graduation season kicks off across Michigan, celebrations and increased freedom for teenagers can also lead to serious legal trouble—especially when drugs or alcohol...
- May 06, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Attacks on Tesla: Arson and Vandalism Spark Federal and Local Investigations
Attacks on Tesla: Arson and Vandalism Spark Federal and Local Investigations
- March 28, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Animal Cruelty in Michigan: Understanding the Law and Defending the Accused
Animal Cruelty in Michigan: Understanding the Law and Defending the Accused
- March 19, 2025
- Criminal Defense
One Year Later: Reviewing Michigan’s Extreme Risk Protection Order Act
One Year Later: Reviewing Michigan’s Extreme Risk Protection Order Act
- March 18, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Defending Non-Citizens in Michigan: Fighting Criminal Charges Amid Stricter Immigration Enforcement
Defending Non-Citizens in Michigan: Fighting Criminal Charges Amid Stricter Immigration Enforcement
- February 05, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Navigating Criminal Defense in the Wake of Presidential Policy Shifts: Immigration, Violent Crime, and Cartels
A new presidency often brings sweeping changes to the nation’s laws and enforcement priorities, and the recent inauguration of Donald Trump is no exception. Among the most significant shifts are...
- January 21, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Civil Infractions vs. Misdemeanors: How They Affect Your Freedom and Future
Civil Infractions vs. Misdemeanors: How They Affect Your Freedom and Future
- January 10, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Using AI to Commit a Crime
In recent years, artificial intelligence technology has become widely accessible. Individuals can use AIs to generate audiovisual materials, develop computer code, and research topics. However, law enforcement officials have become...
- January 07, 2025
- Criminal Defense
Navigating the Intersection of Service Animal Misrepresentation and Criminal Law in Michigan
Navigating the Intersection of Service Animal Misrepresentation and Criminal Law in Michigan
- January 06, 2025
- Criminal Defense
How Hiring a Defense Attorney Can Change the Outcome of Your Case—and Your Life
Facing criminal charges is one of the most stressful and life-altering experiences a person can endure. The stakes are high—your freedom, reputation, and future hang in the balance, hiring a...
- December 30, 2024
- Criminal Defense
Donald Trump’s Return and Its Impact on the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)
With Donald Trump returning to office in January 2025, the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) faces a transformative period. From the revival of the federal death penalty to a renewed...
- December 18, 2024
- Criminal Defense
Porch Piracy During the Holidays: A Legal Perspective
Porch Piracy During the Holidays: A Legal Perspective
- December 09, 2024
- Criminal Defense
Professional Licenses & Criminal Defense
A criminal conviction can significantly affect the rest of a person’s life, even long after they have served their sentence. The stigma of a conviction can result in professional challenges...
- November 19, 2024
- Criminal Defense
When Can the Police Search Your Cell Phone? Understanding Your Fourth Amendment Rights
In today’s world, your cell phone contains an extraordinary amount of personal information—texts, emails, photos, GPS data, browsing history, and more. With so much sensitive data stored in one place,...
- November 01, 2024
- Criminal Defense
Voter Fraud and Election Integrity: A Critical Examination
Voter Fraud and Election Integrity: A Critical Examination
- October 28, 2024
- Criminal Defense
Binge Drinking and Alcoholism
Sitting down in the evening and enjoying a glass of wine or beer seems like no big deal. When does consuming alcohol turn into a bigger problem like binge drinking...
- October 22, 2024
- Criminal Defense
What Are the Tiers of Sex Offenders in Michigan?
Michigan’s sex offender registry laws are complex and carry serious consequences for those convicted. As a criminal defense attorney with over three decades of experience defending against state and federal...
- October 08, 2024
- Criminal Defense
Understanding the Arrest Process and Bond
When someone is arrested, the immediate reaction is often fear, confusion, and a rush of questions. What happens next? Will I be held in jail? How does bond work? These...
- October 07, 2024
- Criminal Defense
What Is the Penalty for Simple Assault in Michigan?
What Is the Penalty for Simple Assault in Michigan?
- September 24, 2024
- Criminal Defense
AI in Police Work
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming how police departments operate throughout the U.S., including here in Michigan. AI can help officers analyze data, write reports, and even track...
- September 20, 2024
- Criminal Defense
Judges Overstepping the Boundaries in Court
Judges Overstepping the Boundaries in Court
- September 19, 2024
- Criminal Defense
When Does an Accident Become a Crime?
Under Michigan law, you must stop if you are involved in a motor vehicle accident. You must pull over and exchange information with the other parties involved. If you don’t...
- August 08, 2024
- Criminal Defense
Drag Racing
Are you facing drag racing charges in Michigan? A conviction could lead to significant consequences, including hefty fines and jail time. Don’t risk your future by facing these charges alone....
- July 01, 2024
- Criminal Defense
Second-Degree Murder
Are you facing second-degree murder charges in Michigan? These charges can have severe consequences, including the possibility of life in prison upon conviction. This means your future and freedom are...
- June 21, 2024
- Criminal Defense
What Happens if You Get Caught Shoplifting in Michigan?
What Happens if You Get Caught Shoplifting in Michigan?
- January 30, 2024
- Criminal Defense
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...
- July 11, 2023
- Criminal Defense
Client Released on Bond After Weeks in Jail
Client Released on Bond After Weeks in Jail
- July 10, 2023
- Criminal Defense
Jury Selection in a Criminal Case
Jury Selection in a Criminal Case
- April 11, 2023
- Criminal Defense
What are the exceptions to the warrant requirement for searches?
What are the exceptions to the warrant requirement for searches?
- April 05, 2023
- Criminal Defense
What is the Oakland County Clean Slate Program?
What is the Oakland County Clean Slate Program?
- March 30, 2023
- Criminal Defense
Know your rights if you face a criminal charge
Most of our readers in Michigan know that when someone is arrested, they are supposed to be “read their rights” before any questioning by law enforcement. That, of course, refers...
- March 30, 2023
- Criminal Defense
Can eyewitness accounts of crimes be inaccurate?
We see it on television and in movies all the time. During a criminal trial, a witness points at the defendant and says, “I saw them commit the crime.”
- March 30, 2023
- Criminal Defense
Are People Pretending To Be Police Officers?
The relationship between the police and the community they serve is supposed to be based on trust. High-profile incidents of police misconduct have shaken that trust in recent years. And,...
- February 15, 2023
- Criminal Defense
E-cigarettes cannot be sold to teens, but may stay on the market
No teenagers should be using products containing nicotine, and it is in the public interest to discourage such use. Still, vape products are increasingly used by teenagers who see them...
- January 28, 2023
- Criminal Defense
Why Are Federal Sentences More Severe?
If accused of breaking federal law, you may be reckoning with the possibility of prison time, high fines, and other penalties that could seem disproportionate to similar cases at the...
- January 23, 2023
- Criminal Defense
What is a compounding or concealing offense in Michigan
Sometimes being paid “hush money” is against the law. For example, if you catch someone breaking into your house to steal your valuables, and then you accept $500 from the...
- December 12, 2022
- Criminal Defense
Does airport security have the power to arrest people?
Does airport security have the power to arrest people?
- August 29, 2022
- Criminal Defense
Is there a mental health crisis in Michigan?
Is there a mental health crisis in Michigan?
- August 01, 2022
- Criminal Defense
Should Mental Health Treatment Be Provided For People Convicted Of Crimes?
This week was the sentencing hearing for the man who made violent threats toward Cleveland Elementary School in Port Huron, Michigan. The Law Office Of John Freeman represented the man,...
- July 14, 2022
- Criminal Defense
Can I Be Charged With A Crime For Getting, Providing Or Participating In An Abortion In Michigan?
On June 24th, the U.S. Supreme Court overruled Roe V. Wade, the landmark decision that asserted the constitutional right to choose to have an abortion. The Supreme Court also struck...
- June 28, 2022
- Criminal Defense
What can police search for with a warrant in Michigan?
What can police search for with a warrant in Michigan?
- June 25, 2022
- Criminal Defense
Search and seizure protections and what they mean
When a person is facing criminal charges, they may feel like nothing is on their side, but that is not true. Michigan and federal law provide many important protections for...
- May 10, 2022
- Criminal Defense
How will you address drug charges in Michigan?
National news coverage about illegal drugs in America may have some of our readers thinking that law enforcement officials and prosecutors are getting more “lenient” with these crimes. But, the...
- May 01, 2022
- Criminal Defense
What constitutes resisting arrest in Michigan?
What constitutes resisting arrest in Michigan?
- April 08, 2022
- Criminal Defense
What is the charge of seditious conspiracy?
What is the charge of seditious conspiracy?
- March 01, 2022
- Criminal Defense
Four mistakes to avoid if accused of a crime in Michigan
Being accused of a crime in Michigan can be an intimidating situation to be in. You may feel panicked and unsure of how to proceed. The following are four mistakes...
- January 28, 2022
- Criminal Defense
Prison v. jail: the differences
Prison v. jail: the differences
- January 14, 2022
- Criminal Defense
Should I fight a misdemeanor ticket?
Did you receive a misdemeanor ticket in Michigan lately? Chances are you are not alone. As mentioned in a previous post on this blog, earlier this year Michigan enacted a...
- December 15, 2021
- Criminal Defense
How can I prepare for my arraignment?
How can I prepare for my arraignment?
- November 08, 2021
- Criminal Defense
Should cash bail be eliminated in Michigan?
Our criminal justice system can be difficult to navigate. And once you dive into the details, you can quickly discover that it’s fraught with inequities. This is especially true when...
- October 10, 2021
- Criminal Defense
Is a public defender right for your criminal defense?
There’s a lot at stake when you’re charged with a criminal offense. Therefore, you should do everything you can to try to protect yourself and your future. This means building...
- August 20, 2021
- Criminal Defense
Drones, police and evidence
Not all that long ago, only the military had drone technology. Today, drones are affordable enough that people are using them in a wide range of activities, from filmmaking to...
- August 20, 2021
- Criminal Defense
FBI cellphone app brings criminals around the world to them
No one objects to searches and violations of privacy when law enforcement catches “the bad guys.” A case in point occurred when over 9,000 law enforcement officials from the United...
- July 10, 2021
- Criminal Defense
Be aggressive in your attempts to suppress evidence
Be aggressive in your attempts to suppress evidence
- June 30, 2021
- Criminal Defense
Flint water case uses controversial one-person grand jury
Flint water case uses controversial one-person grand jury
- June 29, 2021
- Criminal Defense
The Supreme Court says no warrantless handgun searches
Your Fourth Amendment rights protect you from illegal search and seizure. Relying on this Amendment can be a strong criminal defense tactic, but the fact of the matter is that...
- June 08, 2021
- Criminal Defense
New program to get wrongfully convicted prisoners released
New program to get wrongfully convicted prisoners released
- May 25, 2021
- Criminal Defense
Will this law mean less misdemeanor arrests in Michigan?
Will this law mean less misdemeanor arrests in Michigan?
- May 04, 2021
- Criminal Defense
What’s going on with Michigan’s crime lab backup?
Although over 5,000 crime kits await testing by the Michigan State Police, officials say that the backlog has actually shrunk dramatically. Recent reporting in the Detroit News revealed that crime...
- April 15, 2021
- Criminal Defense
What actions might be considered stalking in Michigan?
What actions might be considered stalking in Michigan?
- April 15, 2021
- Criminal Defense
What is organized retail theft?
What is organized retail theft?
- March 20, 2021
- Criminal Defense
Can medical treatment stop people from stealing?
Can medical treatment stop people from stealing?
- March 20, 2021
- Criminal Defense
Is it time for Michigan to end its cash bail system?
It’s no secret that many claim that the legal system disproportionately affects those in poor and minority communities. One area where this disproportionate impact is clear is in Michigan’s cash...
- February 04, 2021
- Criminal Defense
Detroit Police Roll Out Intense New Surveillance Technology
Among many other things, 2020 was a year of civil unrest throughout much of the United States, including here in Michigan. Massive protests, along with notable crime trends in the...
- February 04, 2021
- Criminal Defense
Should a fingerprint be enough for a conviction?
In all legal cases, criminal and civil, evidence is the key to the case. In criminal cases, the prosecution must have sufficient evidence to prove every element of the crime...
- February 01, 2021
- Criminal Defense
How common are wrongful convictions in Michigan?
Like most people in Troy, you likely have a good deal of faith in the criminal justice system. That faith may lead you to believe that there is no way...
- July 06, 2020
- Criminal Defense
What happens if police are at your door?
What happens if police are at your door?
- June 09, 2020
- Criminal Defense
Losing a job due to assault allegations
Losing a job due to assault allegations
- June 01, 2020
- Criminal Defense
Executive Orders & Police Discretion
Executive Orders & Police Discretion
- May 19, 2020
- Criminal Defense
“WHERE ARE YOU GOING AND WHY?”
To combat the spread of COVID-19, Michigan’s Governor issued executive order 2020-21, which provides for misdemeanor criminal penalties if people fail to stop activities that are not necessary to sustain...
- March 31, 2020
- Criminal Defense
What should you do if an officer asks to check your house?
What should you do if an officer asks to check your house?
- March 17, 2020
- Criminal Defense
The First Step Act: Criminal Justice Reform
The First Step Act: Criminal Justice Reform
- August 28, 2019
- Criminal Defense
Don’t Hide
Something as simple as a traffic ticket can land you in jail if you fail to appear in court. Arrests that stem from failures to appear in court typically come...
- August 08, 2019
- Criminal Defense
Protecting Your Rights – Know The Rules Before You Fish
Protecting Your Rights – Know The Rules Before You Fish
- July 24, 2019
- Criminal Defense
Be Careful: Social Media Can Cause Trouble
As technology advances, more social media platforms are created. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Snapchat are just a few of the platforms that most people are using. You use them to...
- July 17, 2019
- Criminal Defense
Can the Government Steal Your Property?
In 2017, more than 700 people -11% of all civil forfeitures- had property forfeited to Michigan law enforcement agencies without being charged with a crime. More than 200 defendants were...
- June 25, 2019
- Criminal Defense
The Police and You: Constitutional Rights
Constitutional rights are extremely important. The Michigan Supreme Court has taken steps to protect your Fourth Amendment right against unreasonable searches and seizures. Before, the Court held that a legal...
- June 12, 2019
- Criminal Defense
Police & You – Dear Police: Hands Off My Property!
Police & You – Dear Police: Hands Off My Property!
- February 17, 2019
- Criminal Defense
Protecting Your Rights – Know the Rules Before You Hunt
For many people, Protecting Your Rights means the Right to Hunt. With deer season right around the corner, the Michigan Natural Resources Commission (NRC) has approved a set of regulations...
- September 24, 2018
- Criminal Defense
The Trial Penalty
In 2016, 97.3% of defendants in the federal criminal justice system conceded guilt. This means that less than 3% of defendants exercised their constitutional right to trial. The vast majority...
- August 23, 2018
- Criminal Defense
The Justice System: More Federal Prosecutors On the Way
The Justice System: More Federal Prosecutors On the Way
- June 24, 2018
- Criminal Defense
The Justice System Under Attack: The Attorney – Client Privilege
The attorney-client privilege in The Justice System, which ensures that a client can honestly communicate with an attorney in seeking advice and aid, is a cornerstone of the U.S. legal...
- April 21, 2018
- Criminal Defense
Police & You: No You May NOT Search
Police & You: No You May NOT Search
- March 11, 2018
- Criminal Defense
The Justice System: Attorney- Client Conversations – Who is Listening?
The Justice System: Attorney- Client Conversations – Who is Listening?
- July 08, 2017
- Criminal Defense
The Justice System: Sessions Memo Equals Tougher Charges and Sentences
The Justice System is changing. Attorney General Jeff Sessions issued a memo to federal prosecutors last month implementing a new approach as they evaluate what crimes to charge and sentences...
- June 09, 2017
- Criminal Defense
Protecting Your Rights – Cellphone Snooping
When it comes to protecting your rights, are cellphones a good or a bad thing? It’s plain to see how cellphones have improved our lives, not only by making sure...
- April 24, 2017
- Criminal Defense
Is The Justice System Impartial?
Do you believe that the justice system is not fair? That it helps some while hurting others without any rhyme-or-reason to it all? These are common complaints because, admittedly, the...
- March 05, 2017
- Criminal Defense
The Justice System: Top 10 For Client Satisfaction
The Justice System: Top 10 For Client Satisfaction
- February 06, 2017
- Criminal Defense
The Justice System Worked: Murder Charge Against Client Dismissed
The justice system worked – Murder charge against Firm’s client dismissed!
- January 11, 2017
- Criminal Defense
Forensic Evidence – Not So Scientific
What if forensic evidence was not so scientific? What if investigators could use DNA found at a crime scene to put together a sketch of a suspect that includes bone...
- January 09, 2017
- Criminal Defense
The Justice System and Your Treestand
The Justice System: As the annual fall ritual of deer hunting season is upon us, it is important to remember that if you do not obey the rules, you could...
- November 07, 2016
- Criminal Defense
Sentencing: Surviving Your Stay at OCJ
Sentencing: Surviving Your Stay at OCJ
- September 28, 2016
- Criminal Defense
Protecting Your Rights While Traveling
Protecting your rights while traveling can be challenging. Most travelers understand when their actions are tracked by law enforcement because of the government’s role to prevent terrorism. However, the Drug...
- August 31, 2016
- Criminal Defense
The Justice System: Client Responsibilities
The Justice System: Client Responsibilities
- January 18, 2016
- Criminal Defense
Protecting Your Rights – Client Satisfaction
What should you consider when hiring a Michigan criminal defense attorney in Detroit or the suburbs for protecting your rights? The following are some of the factors: years of experience,...
- November 06, 2015
- Criminal Defense
Police & You: Police Tactics in Schools
Police & You: The recent events in a Richland County, South Carolina high school where a uniformed law enforcement officer forcibly removed a student from her desk and placed her...
- October 28, 2015
- Criminal Defense
Police & You: Is Your Smartphone Data Protected?
Expect new developments this year regarding the Police & You. On Friday, January 17, the U.S. Supreme Court agreed to hear two cases regarding the authority of police to search...
- February 23, 2014
- Criminal Defense
The Justice System: Do Prosecutors Have Too Much Power?
The Justice System: Do Prosecutors Have Too Much Power?
- October 19, 2013
- Criminal Defense
The Justice System: Will You Get Bail?
In The Justice System, what factors does the court consider in determining whether a client will be granted bail or remain incarcerated pending the outcome of the case? For most...
- October 17, 2013
- Criminal Defense
Police & You: Stop and Frisk Based on Race?
In this Police & You segment, we examine whether the NYPD’s Stop and Frisk Policy is Racially Driven.
- September 22, 2013
- Criminal Defense
The Justice System: Self-Defense Laws Under Attack
The Justice System: Self-Defense Laws Under Attack
- August 18, 2013
- Criminal Defense
The Justice System: Too Many Federal Crimes
After decades of criticism from members of the Justice System, Congress has decided to create a task force to reform the federal criminal code. The task force will consist of...
- July 11, 2013
- Criminal Defense
Protecting Your Rights: Never Speak Without Your Attorney
Protecting Your Rights: Never Speak Without Your Attorney
- June 03, 2013
- Criminal Defense
Shoplifting Misdemeanors
Shoplifting Misdemeanor v. Felony: The Consequences for Shoplifting are More Serious than Most Expect
- May 03, 2013
- Criminal Defense
Boston Marathon Bombing and Protecting Your Rights
What does the Boston Marathon Bombing tell us about Protecting Your Rights?
- April 30, 2013
- Criminal Defense
The Justice System: Federal Sentencing and Mandatory Minimums
The Justice System: Federal Sentencing and Mandatory Minimums
- April 15, 2013
- Criminal Defense
The Justice System: Do You Want a “Cadillac” or a “Taurus”?
The Justice System: Do You Want a “Cadillac” or a “Taurus”?
- March 28, 2013
- Criminal Defense
The Justice System: Is Failure to Help Someone a Crime?
In the Justice System in America, it is generally not criminal to fail to render assistance to an adult who could use your help. However, recently in California a nurse...
- March 25, 2013
- Criminal Defense
Felony Consequences in The Justice System
In The Justice System, it is obvious that state and federal felony charges can have serious consequences, including substantial incarceration, parole, probation, fines and costs, attorney fees, and non-citizen deportation....
- December 10, 2012
- Criminal Defense
The Justice System Wants You: Now What?
The Justice System Wants You: Now What?
- December 04, 2012
- Criminal Defense
Protecting Your Rights: Where Did Privacy Go?
Protecting your rights is becoming more difficult for Michigan Criminal Defense lawyers. It seems like every other week we’re picking up the newspaper or listening to the evening news about...
- December 02, 2012
- Criminal Defense
The Justice System: Three Strikes and You’re Out
The Justice System: Three Strikes and You’re Out
- November 18, 2012
- Criminal Defense
The Police & You: Is Your Data Safe?
The Police & You – the Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution guarantees “The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable...
- October 21, 2012
- Criminal Defense
Police & You – Who is Watching You?
Police & You: It’s Almost Halloween and someone is Watching You
- October 05, 2012
- Criminal Defense
Police & You – Know the Rules While Hunting
Police & You: With Michigan’s hunting season upon us – bow starts October 1st – it is important to review the rules, regulations, and laws that govern our quest for...
- September 30, 2012
- Criminal Defense
Immigration Consequences of Misdemeanors Can be Severe
Immigration Consequences of Misdemeanors Can be Severe
- September 26, 2012
- Criminal Defense
Police & You: The Right to Counsel
When it comes to the Police & You, many people are shocked to learn that the police may legally resort to a variety of seemingly underhanded tactics in order to...
- September 11, 2012
- Criminal Defense
The Justice System – Proof of Innocence After 25 Years
As previously discussed, the Justice System is full of examples of technology advancements being used against individuals. However, the converse is also true as demonstrated in a recent Wayne County...
- September 02, 2012
- Criminal Defense
Police & You: GPS Means Big Brother is Watching
Technology is changing the relationship between the police & you. As mobile devices become more advanced, so do the ways police can track you. Recently, the Sixth Circuit Federal Court...
- August 31, 2012
- Criminal Defense
Protecting your Rights: Personal Protection Orders (PPO)
Protecting your Rights: Personal Protection Orders (PPO)
- August 25, 2012
- Criminal Defense
High Profile Cases in the Justice System
High profile cases in the Justice System present unique challenges. The case of Kwame Kilpatrick, Detroit’s former mayor, is no exception. Mr. Kilpatrick continues to make news as he approaches...
- August 21, 2012
- Criminal Defense
Police & You: Things to Remember If Confronted by the Police
Police & You: Things to Remember When Confronted By Police
- August 19, 2012
- Criminal Defense
Misdemeanor Shoplifting? Maybe Not.
Thinking about misdemeanor shoplifting? Think again. Michigan law imposes serious penalties for committing retail fraud, which is more commonly known as shoplifting in Michigan. There are three different degrees of...
- August 12, 2012
- Criminal Defense
A Good Day For The Justice System: “Attempted Murder” Results in Misdemeanor
A Good Day For The Justice System: “Attempted Murder” Results in Misdemeanor
- July 24, 2012
- Criminal Defense
New Evidence in Oakland County Child Killer Case
New Evidence in Oakland County Child Killer Case
- July 23, 2012
- Criminal Defense
The Justice System: Debt Means Jail Time
Financial debt to the justice system not only impacts your credit, but now it can lead to jail time. Michigan cities and towns are now turning to what is commonly...
- July 07, 2012
- Criminal Defense
Michigan Hit-and-Run
Several reports of Michigan hit-and-run accidents have been in the spotlight recently around the metro-Detroit area. In Harrison Township, a woman is being held in jail on $50,000 bond for...
- June 25, 2012
- Criminal Defense
Indigent Defendants: Victims of Michigan’s Failing Public Defense System
National research has revealed that Michigan public defenders cannot fill the duties imposed by the Sixth Amendment that are owed to defendant’s who cannot afford an attorney, due to the...
- April 13, 2012
- Criminal Defense
The Modern Jury
When we think of jury trials the scenes from the 1957 film 12 Angry Men probably comes to mind. Well traditionally those images were probably pretty accurate-a room full of...
- April 11, 2012
- Criminal Defense
DUI laws: how a few miles may make a difference
DUI laws: how a few miles may make a difference
- August 10, 2011
- Criminal Defense
Update: Do Medical Marijuana and Concealed Weapons Licenses go together? One court says yes.
This week the Oregon Supreme Court decided that an Oregon citizen’s concealed handgun permit could not be denied because she was a medical marijuana card holder.
- May 23, 2011
- Criminal Defense
Medical Marijuana and Concealed Carry Permits: Do They Go Together?
The legalization of medical marijuana has stirred up some more controversy-can a person carry a medical marijuana license and have a concealed pistol permit? This question has been presented in...
- April 20, 2011
- Criminal Defense
A JAIL SENTENCE IS BAD ENOUGH – NOW YOU HAVE TO PAY FOR IT
A JAIL SENTENCE IS BAD ENOUGH – NOW YOU HAVE TO PAY FOR IT
- February 22, 2011
- Criminal Defense
New forms of cell phone surveillance should have citizens questioning their privacy
New forms of cell phone surveillance should have citizens questioning their privacy
- September 14, 2010
- Criminal Defense
Keeping the system honest by recording interrogations
Keeping the system honest by recording interrogations
- September 10, 2010
- Criminal Defense
MICHIGAN SUPREME COURT DOES AN ABOUT-FACE AND HOLDS THAT AN INDIGENT CRIMINAL DEFENDANT DOES NOT HAVE THE RIGHT TO A SKILLED CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY
The court appointed counsel system in Michigan has been under-fire for some-time now. Michigan has the dubious distinction of being one of the worst systems in the country.
- July 28, 2010
- Criminal Defense
City of Troy tells drivers to pay attention or pay up!
City of Troy tells drivers to pay attention or pay up!
- July 16, 2010
- Criminal Defense
Supreme Court: Second Amendment extends to state and local governments
Supreme Court: Second Amendment extends to state and local governments
- June 30, 2010
- Criminal Defense
Michigan Texting While Driving Law
MICHIGAN TEXTING WHILE DRIVING
- June 29, 2010
- Criminal Defense
City of Troy tells drivers to pay attention or pay up!
City of Troy tells drivers to pay attention or pay up!
- June 16, 2010
- Criminal Defense
The Importance of Contacting Experienced Legal Counsel. . . Before Charges are Filed.
The Importance of Contacting Experienced Legal Counsel. . . Before Charges are Filed.
- May 24, 2010
- Criminal Defense
What if the police confront me?
1. Don’t Speak. Shut up! Do not talk! Do not attempt to convince the officer that you are innocent. Everyone is innocent, no one should be arrested and no one...
- April 11, 2010
- Criminal Defense
We Should All Learn a Lesson From Tiger Woods
Last week, Tiger Woods apologized to the world.
- April 11, 2010
- Criminal Defense