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Felon in Possession of Firearm: What Happens When Felons Hunt in Michigan?
Michigan Possession Of Firearm Laws For Hunting In Michigan, felon in possession of firearm is defined as the, “possession of firearm or distribution of ammunition by person convicted of felony.” Because of this, many people wonder if felons can hunt in Michigan....
Arrested for Publishing and Uttering in Michigan?
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...
What Happens If You Refuse to Submit to a Breath Test?
If you refuse to submit to a breath test after being arrested for a DUI, you’re violating Michigan’s “Implied Consent Law.” This is a civil infraction punishable by two (2) years of a suspended license and six (6) points on your driving record, if found guilty....
Can The Police Search Your Cell Phone?
Can police search your cell phone? Cell phones contain a considerable amount of evidence of crime. However, they can also carry information that could lead to your exoneration. For this reason, cell phones are sought for evidence by law enforcement more than ever....
What are the Penalties for Fraud and Abuse in Healthcare?
Since the start of COVID-19, the penalties for fraud and abuse in healthcare have gotten progressively steeper. As a result, the need for healthcare fraud attorneys has never been greater. As you may know, healthcare fraud and abuse refers to many different crimes...
5 Unexpected Consequences of a Domestic Violence Charge
As with any criminal conviction, the collateral consequences of a domestic violence charge are severe and require an experienced and proven domestic violence attorney. However, a domestic violence conviction carries additional consequences that are unique to the...
Arrested for CCW in Vehicle? Know Your Rights
In Michigan, traveling in a motor vehicle with a firearm, or CCW in a vehicle, without having a carrying a concealed permit (CPL) is a felony. If you're facing charges, immediately speak with a CCW attorney. Additionally, if you’re a felon, there are additional...
What Are The Penalties for Boating Under The Influence in Michigan?
Like a typical Operating While Intoxicated (OWI) charge, the penalties for boating under the influence in Michigan are steep. Michigan has some of the harshest drunk driving laws in the nation, and boating under the influence (BUI) is no exception. If you're facing...
Carrying Concealed Weapon Charge? You Need to Avoid Jail
Avoiding jail for carrying concealed weapon charge (CCW) is critical. A serious felony, it's punishable by up to 5 years in prison and a $2,500 fine. If you don't have a valid concealed carry permit, carrying a weapon concealed in your car (or concealed on your...
How To Get A DUI Expunged In Michigan
Thanks to new bipartisan legislation, DUI expungement in Michigan is now possible. This article covers how to get a DUI expunged in Michigan. On August 23, 2021, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed House Bills 4219 and 4220, which will allow an estimated 200,000...