Operating While Intoxicated: Michigan Lyft Drivers
Operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) is a serious criminal charge in Michigan. Unfortunately, it is one of the most common crimes committed by residents…
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Michigan Enacts Civil Forfeiture Laws Further Enabling Cash Seizures at Airports
Michigan law allows police officers to confiscate cash or assets they believe have been gained through illegal means. Any type of property, including U.S. currency,…
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How White Collar Crimes Affect Everyone In the End
The term “white collar crime” refers to a broad spectrum of offenses that are designed to produce financial gain utilizing a form of deception. They…
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Possessing a Firearm as a Convicted Felon in Michigan
Unfortunately, the concept of a convicted felon serving the time and getting on with his or her life is often just a fantasy. Even after completing your prison sentence, paying all fines and fees, and complying with the terms of parole, there are numerous collateral consequences you will have to deal…
What are the Consequences of Having to Register as a Sex Offender?
At the risk of sounding obvious, dealing with mere allegations of a sex crime can cause long-lasting, significant damage to your social standing, professional reputation, and personal well being. A conviction for a misdemeanor or felony sex crime means your life will change—dramatically…
How Are White Collar Crimes Investigated and Prosecuted?
The crimes are non-violent, but you can still end up in prison for decades. Many people say that the crimes are even victimless, but that will not help you escape prosecution. The charges in question here are white-collar crimes, and they are taken very seriously by state — and federal — authorities…
Not All Attorneys Who Take DUI Cases Are the Same
As an educated, highly respected professional, you are well aware of the ways that a DUI charge – much less a conviction – can upend your life, your employment, your social relationships, and everything else you’ve worked so hard to cultivate and maintain…
What is an Arraignment?
Whether you are charged with a misdemeanor or a felony, you will be “arraigned” before a judge. An arraignment is when you will go before a judge for the first time. Depending on your situation, you may be arraigned either in court or through video conference from jail. During your arraignment, the judge will read the formal…
Penalties for Violating Shelter-At-Home Orders
The coronavirus pandemic has brought huge changes to the world, and we have noticed that many big questions are weighing heavily on people’s minds. While…
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3 Breathalyzer Myths in Michigan
The vast majority of Michigan drivers are familiar with some common facts about driving under the influence (DUI), such as that the legal limit for…
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