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Possession of Child Pornography: Legal Penalties and Defenses in Michigan

Possession of Child Sexually Abusive Material (CSAM), commonly known as “possession of child pornography,” is a serious crime that carries severe penalties, including jail time punishment, thousands of dollars in fines, and mandatory registration… Read More
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Michigan’s Sex Offenders Registration Act (SORA) Unconstitutional

In October 2024, Federal District Court Judge Mark A. Goldsmith issued a ruling in Does v. Whitmer (known as “Does III”) that struck down portions of Michigan’s Sex Offenders Registration Act (SORA) as unconstitutional. The decision could affec… Read More
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Michigan Indecent Exposure Charges, Violation and Penalties

Criminal charges for indecent exposure can be serious, and a conviction can carry severe consequences, including fines, possible jail time, and mandatory registration on Michigan’s Sex Offender Registry (SORA). Unfortunately, many do not realize th… Read More
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Distributing Child Pornography: Legal Penalties and Defenses in Michigan

The State of Michigan refers to child pornography as Criminal Sexually Abusive Material, or CSAM. It is used to refer to material that depicts people under age 18 performing sexual acts. Distribution of child porn is a serious crime that carries seve… Read More
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Sexual Assault Charges on College Campuses

Sexual assault charges can change your life. A sexual assault conviction can result in severe penalties, including hefty fines, expulsion from school, and even jail time. Knowing what to expect and how to defend yourself if you have been charged with… Read More
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How Do I Get Off The Sex Offender Registry In Michigan?

The sex offender registry is a publicly accessible list of people convicted of state or federal sex crimes in Michigan. Under the Michigan Sex Offender Registration Act (SORA), if you were convicted of a sex offense after October 1, 2005, you are req… Read More
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Michigan Bill Aims to Prevent Future Sexual Assault by Doctors

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… 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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Understanding the Different Tiers on the Michigan Sex Offender Registry

The Adam Walsh Act, which was signed into law by President George W. Bush in 2006, set the standard for classifying sexual offenses across the country. Sexual offenses are classified according to: • The crime committed • The age of the people inv… Read More
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