by Barton Morris | Apr 10, 2024 | Assault and Battery, Blog, Blog, Criminal Defense, Defense Attorney, Felony Rights
Introduction: There are several different assault and battery charges in Michigan ranging from simple altercations to serious felony offenses with dangerous weapons. While the legal landscape may seem daunting, understanding your rights and options is crucial in...
by Barton Morris | Mar 29, 2024 | Assault and Battery, Blog, Blog, Domestic Violence
Did you know that in Michigan, the consequences of delaying legal help in assault cases can be dire? Picture this: You find yourself in a heated altercation, defending yourself or a loved one. The next thing you know, you’re facing assault charges, and your...
by Barton Morris | Apr 25, 2022 | Assault and Battery, Domestic Violence
A disagreement can turn into more than a black eye if law enforcement responds to the situation or if someone files assault charges. Assault charges are taken very seriously in the state of Michigan with convicted individuals facing severe fines, penalties, and even...
by Barton Morris | Sep 29, 2021 | Assault and Battery, Blog, Domestic Violence, John Trummer, Probation, Professional License
As with any criminal conviction, the collateral consequences of a domestic violence charge are severe and require an experienced and proven domestic violence attorney. However, a domestic violence conviction carries additional consequences that are unique to the...
by Barton Morris | Jul 15, 2021 | Assault and Battery, Blog, Domestic Violence, John Trummer
Before talking to the police, talking to a skilled attorney to determine what domestic violence defense is available to you may be the difference in what grants you a conviction or an acquittal. There are four main categories of defenses to a criminal charge: It...
by Barton Morris | Feb 12, 2021 | Assault and Battery, Blog, Michael Norman
Facing aggravated assault charged in Michigan? Here are some things you should know. In Michigan, assault is defined as the threat or use of force on another that causes the person to have reasonable apprehension of imminent harmful or offensive contact. MCL 750.81...
