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Civil Asset Forfeiture Requires Criminal Conviction Under Michigan Law
Civil asset forfeiture laws in Michigan require a criminal conviction before the police can keep money or assets worth $50,000 or less. Unfortunately, the law is constantly being abused. Are you a victim of civil asset forfeiture? Do you need a criminal...
What is Drug Treatment Court? Does it Actually Work?
What is drug treatment court? Do court ordered rehab programs in Michigan actually help people to overcome addictions? These are question we get frequently, and ones we'll cover in this article. Facing drug charges? Unhappy with your current attorney? Request a...
Importance of Hiring a Forensic Lawyer-Scientist
Are you facing serious charges and considering hiring a forensic lawyer-scientist? You haven't heard of it? This article covers what a forensic lawyer-scientist is and how hiring one can mean the difference between jail and freedom. Facing charges including DUI?...
Save Your Healthcare License with the HPRP
Healthcare is a demanding and oftentimes emotionally overwhelming occupation. This article addresses how to save your healthcare license with HPRP, or the Health Professional Recovery Program. Pursuing a career in the healthcare field requires determination and...
Michigan Civil Asset Forfeiture Laws: The Issues
Throughout my entire career, I've witnessed first hand how county sheriff’s and county prosecutors abuse Michigan civil asset forfeiture laws. They're supposed to take away the instrumentalities and profits from drug dealers to keep them from operating. This...
Is a Michigan Medical Marijuana Caregiver’s Grow Separate From the 12 Plants One Can Grow For Personal Use?
Can a caregiver grow up to 72 plants plus have an additional 12 for recreational pursuant to the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marijuana Act (MRTMA)? No. If a caregiver adds any additional plants to a facility, the caregiver would no longer be permitted to...
Driver License Restoration: Out-of-State Administrative Reviews and Clearances
Is Michigan’s hold on your driver license preventing you from getting one in the state where you now live? If so, you will need to request an Administrative Review of your driver's license. This process is similar to an in-state driver license restoration, in that...
How Does A Proven DUI Lawyer Beat A Breath Alcohol Test
How does a proven DUI attorney beat a breath alcohol test? This article answers the question, and walks you through the technology police use and the flaws with it and with our justice system itself. Everyone is aware that when they're pulled over for...
Celebrating 20 Years Practicing Law
On November 6, 2018, I began celebrating 20 years practicing law as a licensed Michigan attorney. In November of 1998, I was a law clerk for the Honorable David F. Breck in Oakland County Circuit Court. It was there I fell in love with the courtroom and, in...
Important Step to Get Michigan Driver’s License Back After Revocation
One of the requirements for a driver's license restoration is to show that the alcohol or drug problem is under control and likely to stay that way. An alcohol or drug problem is considered “under control” when it's in full-sustained remission, which means complete...