by Barton Morris | Nov 12, 2021 | Barton Morris, Blog, Fraud, Michael Norman, Professional License, Theft
If you’re arrested for uttering and publishing in Michigan, you’re probably aware of how serious of a charge it is. Below, we detail the state’s definition of the charge, the penalties you face, and the potential defenses a skilled fraud attorney can use to grant you...
by Barton Morris | Oct 30, 2020 | Alcohol, Blog, Drug Crimes, Expungement, In the News, Marijuana, Probation, Substance Abuse, Theft
On October 12, 2020, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed seven bills into law known as the “Clean Slate” initiative, which set out new rules for Michigan marijuana expungement. Now in effect, this new law can benefit thousands of Michiganders, making even more marijuana...
by Barton Morris | Sep 29, 2020 | Arson, Assault and Battery, Barton Morris, Blog, Domestic Violence, Drivers License Restoration, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Firearms, In the News, Marijuana, Probation, Professional License, Substance Abuse, Theft
New Michigan Expungement Law A little over a year after a new Michigan expungement law was first introduced, Governor Whitmer signed seven house bills into law that completely changed criminal conviction/Michigan expungement laws. It’s known as the “Clean...
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...
