The Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution protects individuals from unreasonable searches and seizures by the government. This important right helps to safeguard the privacy of citizens and ensure that law enforcement officers act within the bounds of the law. If you believe that your Fourth Amendment rights have been violated, it is critical …
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Having a criminal record and a conviction can have long-term effects on a person’s life that go far beyond the immediate consequences of serving time in prison or paying fines. Even after completing a sentence, those with criminal records may find themselves facing a range of challenges that can have significant impacts on their personal, …
Assault with the intent to commit murder, also known as attempted murder, is a serious felony offense that carries a potential sentence of life imprisonment in Michigan. To secure a conviction for this offense, the prosecutor must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the accused had the intent to kill another person. There are various …
What is Felony Murder? Felony murder charges are some of the most severe charges that a person can face in Michigan. Felony murder is a type of homicide that occurs during the commission of another felony, such as robbery or burglary. If a person is involved in a felony that results in the death of …
As the holidays approach they can bring with them several factors that increase the risk of domestic violence taking place. Family gatherings, travel planning, increased spending and higher rates of alcohol consumption all have the potential to increase relationship stress and the possibility for violence to take place. Further, family and friends will likely be …
If you are considering a divorce, it is important to understand all the steps of the process. There are few experiences that can be more challenging than a divorce, but with proper legal representation, you can protect your rights and interests. Michigan is a no-fault divorce state, which means there does not need to be …
In 2016, Michigan enacted a law that made it a crime to disseminate illicit material of another person under a few circumstances. This law, which follows a nationwide trade, was in response to what is dubbed “Revenge Porn.” Revenge porn is when a person shares pornography of their partner or former partner without their consent. …
What is a violent crime? This is a broad categorization of crimes. It can include rape, aggravated assault, robbery, manslaughter, and homicide. Prosecutors act aggressively against these crimes and if you’ve been accused of one of them then you need to take it seriously. Penalties can be much more severe. Your future is at stake …
Misdemeanors are crimes that are judged to be less severe or egregious than felonies. Felonies are often deemed to be more violent or they involve more severe injury or aggression on the part of the defendant. Misdemeanors under Michigan law have 3 categories while felonies have 8 lettered classes. Now while misdemeanors might have fewer …
False accusations or charges of sexual assault can cause a nightmarish situation for anyone. Being accused of a crime that you did not commit is bad but this is especially true when it comes to sexual crimes. These accusations can happen to anyone. A person could face an arrest, trial, and public scrutiny, not to …
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