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What is the Difference Between Trespassing and Breaking and Entering in Michigan?
Trespassing and Breaking and Entering are both property-related crimes. As will be explained below, the main difference between the two is the involvement of a structure like a house or building. Breaking and Entering also require a specific intent where...
Second DUI Offense & Driver License Revocation in Michigan
If you receive a second OWI conviction within 7 years of a prior conviction, your license will be revoked. A second conviction more than 7 years after a prior conviction will not revoke your driver’s license. If you receive 2 OWI convictions within 7 years, the...
Guns and the Law: Exploring the Contrasts Between a Criminal Attorney and a Criminal Trial Attorney in Gun Crime Cases
All criminal attorneys should be trial attorneys; however, many attorneys have never actually tried a case. Some attorneys only enter pleas. Pleas are a very important and useful tool for resolving criminal cases, but trials are a constitutional right of every...
TV Arrests vs. Real-Life Busts: Debunking the Fictional Glamour of Crime Shows-Miranda Rights Edition
On Television when people are arrested on TV, the police always read them their Miranda rights. It is shown so often on TV that we all know them: “You have the right to remain silent, anything you say can and will be used against you, etc.” In real life, the police...
Body Cameras in Law Enforcement: Unveiling the Pros & Cons
A rising hot topic in criminal law has been that of Body Worn Camera (BWC) footage and other legislatively regulated recordings, including dash camera video, in-car video, and audio recordings. As the number of states adopting BWC mandates increases, footage has...
Michigan Police Lab Has Used Wrong THC Test For 20 Years
The Michigan State Police Forensic Science Department is responsible for testing to determine whether alcohol or marijuana is present in the blood of an individual suspected of driving under the influence. On Thursday, August 26, 2022 the Michigan State Police...
Is Fraud a Felony? 4 Facts From a Michigan Defense Attorney
If you have been charged with fraud, it is important to know what you are up against. Fraud is a felony offense, and if convicted, you could be facing some serious penalties. That is why it is crucial to have an experienced fraud defense attorney on your side. At...
Michigan Laws Unveiled: Is Committing Check Fraud a Felony?
If you are convicted of fraud in If you have been accused of check fraud, it is important that you understand the severity of the charge and what could happen if you are convicted. In Michigan, check fraud is a felony offense. This means that you could face time in...
Fraud Defense Attorney Reveals the 18 Types of Fraud
There are many different types of fraud, and if you are accused of any type of fraud, you need to speak with a felony fraud defense attorney as soon as possible. Fraud is a serious crime, and if convicted, you could be facing years in prison. In this blog post, The...
What Are the Penalties for Fraud in Michigan? How to Know if Fraud is a Felony
If you are convicted of fraud in Michigan, the penalties can be severe. Depending on the severity of the fraud and other factors, you could face a felony fraud charge that could result in years in prison and thousands of dollars in fines. It is important to know...