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How to Submit a FOIA Request in Michigan
What is a FOIA request? The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) allows citizens to obtain public records from public bodies, which includes the government. Our firm often submits FOIA requests in Michigan to police departments to gain access to police reports and...
What Amount of Drugs is Considered Trafficking?
What amount of drugs is considered trafficking in Michigan? The controlled substance industry depends on the transportation of drugs from their manufacturer to the buyer. Drug trafficking involves complex “smuggling” routes, methods, and middlemen. Reviewing Drug...
Changes to Michigan’s Criminal Justice System During the COVID-19 Crisis
Life has changed drastically for everyone since Michigan confirmed the first two cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in the state on Mar. 10th. Businesses have shut down, with many people resorting to working from home (our attorneys and staff included) and many others...
Is Possession Of Cocaine A Felony? And How To Fight A Charge
Cocaine can be found in a powder form, which can be snorted, injected or dissolved, or in a “freebase” form, in which it's smoked. Crack cocaine is a rock crystal form of the drug. Known primarily as a “party drug,” there are more than one million estimated cocaine...
Can I Get a Carry Concealed Weapon License After a Domestic Violence Conviction?
Domestic violence is a serious crime. Known as domestic assault in Michigan, it’s a crime that's incredibly common. Under Michigan law, assuming the person charged has no prior domestic assault convictions on his or her record, domestic assault is typically charged...
FAQs About Michigan Juvenile Justice System
How familiar are you with the Michigan criminal justice system? Do you need to speak with a juvenile criminal defense attorney? This article addresses some of the frequently asked questions surrounding the Michigan juvenile justice system and what to do if you or a...
If You Have a DUI Can You Get a CPL in Michigan?
One of the most common questions we get is, "can you get a CPL with a DUI in Michigan?" This article covers eligibility, applying, and eventually regaining your gun rights. Do you need help regaining your gun rights? Unhappy with your current attorney? Request a...
Coronavirus Early Jail Release: Do You Qualify?
The COVID-19 pandemic that's currently affecting the entire state, nation and globe presents a particularly severe risk to those who are incarcerated. The best public health advice presented by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) involves preventing the spread of...
Can I Get Arrested For Accidentally Discharging a Firearm?
Can I be arrested for accidentally discharging a firearm? The answer is yes – and no. If a firearm has been genuinely discharged by accident, then it would seem you could not be charged with a crime. Accidentally discharging a firearm with complete sincerity would...
What Is Arson? An Explanation Of The Degrees Of Arson In Michigan
What is arson? In Michigan, arson is defined as when someone willfully and/or maliciously sets fire to personal property. For example: if you find out your boyfriend cheated on you and set fire to his car to get revenge, you just committed arson because your...