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Statute of Limitations in Michigan Criminal Cases

The statute of limitations sets specific time limits for the government to bring criminal charges against a suspect. Depending on the type of offense, the Michigan statute of limitations may be six, 10, 15, or 25 years. Some crimes, like murder, have… Read More
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Criminal Sexual Conduct (CSC) Defense in Michigan

Allegations of criminal sexual conduct are some of the most emotionally charged and stigmatized crimes a person can face. The mere allegation of a sexual crime can be devastating to relationships with your family, your career, and your reputation. An… Read More
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Categories: Sex-Related Charges
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What to Expect at a Criminal Pre-Trial Conference

A pre-trial conference is a critical step in any criminal case. It comes after a criminal defendant has been arraigned, but before the case goes to trial. The goal of the pre-trial conference is to bring the prosecutor and the defense attorney togeth… Read More
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What Does Proof Beyond a Reasonable Doubt Mean?

Proof beyond a reasonable doubt is the highest standard of proof in the American legal system. Requiring that a prosecutor prove a defendant guilty beyond a reasonable doubt is a fundamental concept in American law that is intended to ensure that onl… Read More
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Protecting Your Fourth Amendment Rights

“The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and part… Read More
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How Should You Handle Police Encounters?

Encounters with the police generally fall into one of three categories: (1) in a public place; (2) in a private place; or (3) in a car. Police encounters can be tricky, especially because police are trained to notice things other observers may not. T… Read More
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Categories: Police
Michigan Theft Charges

Michigan Theft Charges

Michigan criminal statutes refer to theft crimes as “larceny.” A person commits criminal larceny in Michigan if they steal property that belongs to another person. The severity of a Michigan theft crime depends on the value of the property stolen… Read More
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Categories: Theft
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What You Should Know About Personal Protection Orders in Michigan

A Personal Protection Order (PPO), also known as a restraining order, is a court order that is put in place to protect people who are victims of domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking. Personal Protection Orders are a type of injunction that… Read More
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Categories: Domestic Violence
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Can I Get My Criminal Record Expunged?

If you have been convicted of a crime, you may experience difficulty finding a job, renting an apartment, or getting into college or technical school. You may even have had to forfeit some of your rights, such as the right to possess a firearm, to se… Read More
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Drug Charges in Michigan

Drug Charges in Michigan

Michigan drug charges can be classified as misdemeanors or felonies. The severity of the charge will vary depending on the type and amount of the drug in your possession, and whether you were in possession of an amount of drugs that indicate an inten… Read More
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Categories: Drug Crimes