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Possession with Intent to Deliver Marijuana
When a prosecutor charges someone with possession of marijuana, they'll generally also charge possession with the intent to deliver (PWID) if the weight is over a particular amount. It’s a big deal, because possession with intent to deliver is a felony with a...
How Accurate Are Blood Alcohol Tests?
How accurate are blood tests for alcohol? There are two primary methods used to measure a suspected drunk driver’s bodily alcohol content for criminal prosecutions: breath and blood tests. Breath tests are more frequent because of the ease of administration and...
Understanding a DUI Arrest and Investigation in Michigan
Facing DUI charges? It's important you understand how a DUI arrest and investigation in Michigan works. The moment a police officer suspects a driver recently drank alcohol, they'll begin a standardized DUI investigation before initiating a DUI arrest. This very...
Why Did My THC Levels Go Up Without Any Cannabis Use?
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 urine. Facing a marijuana DUI?...
The Top 3 Implied Consent Refusal Defenses
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...
Ways to Avoid a Retail Fraud Conviction in Michigan: Retail Fraud Defense
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 apply for a...
Michigan Loss Prevention Officers: What They Can and Can’t Do
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...
How to Prepare for a Substance Abuse Evaluation
In order to have your driving privileges restored, it's critical that properly prepared evidence is submitted to the hearing officers. A substance abuse evaluation (SAE) is mandatory, therefore it's obvious that the hearing officers rely heavily on the information...
Shoplifting Defense: Why You Need A Shoplifting Attorney
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...
Prescription Medication and Drivers License Restoration
To win back your driving privileges, proving to the Michigan Secretary of State hearing officers that your alcohol problem is under control and likely to remain under control is critical. But sometimes that isn’t enough. Prescription medication can complicate your...