The requisite number of signatures have been gathered to put marijuana legalization on the ballet in November. Support for Recreational Marijuana Depending on which poll you want to believe, anywhere from 61 percent to a 48 percent majority of residents support marijuana legalization. Just last week even an anti-marijuana opposition group thinks the legislature should…
DetailsCan I Reduce the Possibility of Jail or Prison Time? Going to prison or jail is a terrifying prospect for anyone. Therefore, the desire to reduce the possibility of jail or prison time is a high priority for anyone charged with a crime in Michigan. No attorney can guarantee that you will not serve jail…
DetailsDo I Need a Bail Bondsman? One of the first things people want to know when they are arrested is when can they get out of jail. In some cases, suspects are held in jail pending their court hearing. However, some people are allowed to return to their home and go about their lives until…
DetailsDriver’s License Restoration in The State of Michigan Losing your driver’s license is losing your freedom. Instead of being able to come and go as you please, you must rely on family, friends, public transportation, or your own two feet to get you where you need to go. Unfortunately, losing your driving privileges goes far…
DetailsHow Do I Prove My Innocence? No one wants to think that the best judicial system in the world can fail its citizens. However, there are innocent people who are arrested and convicted because no system is perfect. For the most part, our judicial system in the United States works as it is intended to…
DetailsI Am Currently Under Investigation. Do I Need an Attorney? You definitely need to consult with a Michigan criminal defense attorney as soon as possible if you suspect you are under police investigation. Once you consult with an attorney, you can determine if it is in your best interest to cooperate with the investigation. If…
DetailsI Am Innocent. If I Cooperate Won’t It Just Prove My Innocence? This is a very dangerous misconception that could result in your arrest and conviction. Being innocent is not a guarantee that you are “safe” from prosecution. Many innocent people must retain a criminal defense attorney and fight criminal charges. Answering police questions could…
DetailsMy Child Was Arrested, What Now? When a juvenile is taken into custody by the police, there are several that can happen. Your child could be questioned and released without being arrested or he could be charged with a crime. Even if your child is charged with a crime, this does not mean that he…
DetailsShould A Plea Bargain Be Accepted? In some cases, a plea bargain may be in your best interest; however, that is not the case in every situation. Until you consult with a Michigan criminal defense attorney, you will not know for sure if you should accept a plea bargain. It is not the prosecutor’s job…
DetailsWhy Is the Officer Pressuring Me to Take a Lie Detector Test? Law enforcement officers and prosecutors might try to make you believe that by refusing a polygraph exam you are admitting your guilt. Why would an innocent person decide not to use a lie detector test to prove his or her innocence? The prosecution…
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