Stay informed and empowered with legal insights from Ann Arbor criminal defense attorney Robert Elmen. Robert's blog offers practical advice, case law updates, and clear explanations of Michigan criminal laws. Whether you’re facing charges or simply want to better understand your rights, our blog's are valuable resources for anyone navigating the justice system.
If you are facing criminal charges or think you were involved in potentially illegal activity, you may be tempted to post about your exploits, ask friends for advice, or discuss updates in your case online or on your social media platforms. Don’t.…
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The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is responsible for maintaining and protecting natural resources such as state parks, forests, and recreation areas. Their jurisdiction includes enforcing hunting and fishing violations. Violations of…
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A driver’s license revocation is different from a driver’s license suspension. A driver’s license suspension occurs after all Michigan DUI/OWI charges. You can apply for limited driving privileges and will be issued a temporary driver’s licen…
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Michigan’s clean slate law expands eligibility for expungement of your criminal record and creates a new process that will automatically seal certain records for non-violent offenders. The Michigan clean slate law is a combination of several differ…
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Domestic violence charges are a serious criminal matter. And if you have been charged with domestic violence, there is a good chance that you are facing other criminal charges, as well. In addition, allegations of domestic violence are often accompan…
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If you were stopped and charged with Operating While Intoxicated (OWI), the results of a Breathalyzer test can be a critical piece of evidence. Successfully challenging the reliability of the test results or whether they can be admitted as evidence c…
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If you have been charged with assault and battery in Michigan, there are various defenses that your attorney may be able to use in court. While every case is different, there are several common defenses that commonly arise when someone is facing char…
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In September, Michigan lawmakers introduced a series of bills intended to hold medical professionals accountable for sexual misconduct. The move comes less than a week after Olympic gymnasts testified at a U.S. Senate hearing about the abuse they exp…
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Michigan drug related crimes are serious, and penalties for a conviction can be severe. Whether you are facing misdemeanor or felony charges, or have been charged in state or federal court, having an experienced drug crime defense attorney on your si…
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In many criminal cases, the prosecution relies almost entirely on evidence that was seized during a search. If your criminal defense lawyer can challenge the legality of the search and have this evidence excluded from trial, the defendant stands a mu…
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