by Barton Morris | Oct 3, 2017 | Blog, Civil Forfeiture
No Criminal Charge Necessary Did you know that the state and the federal government can take your possessions without charging you with a crime? Through a controversial legal process called civil forfeiture or civil asset forfeiture, law enforcement can seize assets...
by Barton Morris | May 9, 2016 | Barton Morris, Blog, Drug Crimes, Marijuana, Probation
If you’re here, you’re wondering, “how long does THC stay in your urine?” It’s an easy answer, with a complicated explanation that requires a marijuana attorney’s guidance. Below, outline all the reasons for THC remaining in your...
by Barton Morris | Dec 31, 2015 | Barton Morris, Blog, DUI
Implied Consent Refusal Defenses in Michigan In Michigan, there are a few implied consent refusal defenses your lawyer can use. The penalty for refusing a breath alcohol test is harsh: a one-year license suspension with no guarantee for a restricted license upon...
by Barton Morris | Oct 20, 2015 | Blog, Theft
A conviction for retail fraud, i.e. theft, is just like any other criminal conviction: you’ll have a criminal record that may follow you for the rest of your life. If you’re facing charges, immediately speak with a retail fraud defense lawyer. When you...
by Barton Morris | Aug 18, 2015 | Blog, Theft
Can Michigan Loss Prevention Officers Interrogate or Hold a Suspect Against Their Will? When a person is suspected of retail fraud there will likely be an encounter with the store’s security personnel. These individuals are often called Loss Prevention Officers and...
by Barton Morris | Jul 2, 2015 | Blog, Theft
Many of our clients are employed, productive members of society, with no criminal record and strong support systems. When a new client visits our office and describes the circumstances of their retail fraud, or shoplifting, case, they often have no explanation as to...