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Many people don’t understand or are not aware of the ramifications associated with a domestic violence charge. First of all, when an individual is charged with domestic violence they are typically arrested and have to go to jail. Upon bonding out of jail, there is typically a non contact order put into place that prohibits contact with the victim in…
I am sure you have seen a black corvette cruising down the highway with black rims and dark tinted windows, and thought to yourself that looks so cool! It seems to me that over the past few years this type of exterior look has been gaining popularity. But the issue for the Michigan driver is that when you completely tint…
It’s an undeniable fact that most law enforcement officers in Michigan when initiating a traffic stop are seeking to go beyond the straight forward traffic stop. Are they happy issuing a ticket for speeding or rolling through a stop sign, of course they are because most police officers enjoy making other people’s day miserable. However, what truly brings them joy…
For most of my 18 years in Michigan as a practicing license restoration attorney the law has limited Circuit Court judges when considering whether to restore a person’s driving privileges that had be revoked because of prior alcohol related driving convictions. Apparently, the Michigan Legislature felt that Secretary of State hearing officers would apply the rules and standards fairly and…
It’s early in the morning and you hear a knock on your door, you think to yourself “who the heck could that be?” As you make your way to the door an uneasy feeling comes over you and you realize it is the police. Apparently they would like to ask you a few questions about an incident that took place.…
In a case originating in Grand Traverse County, the Michigan Court of Appeals has ruled those who possess a valid medical card under the Michigan Medical Marijuana Act (“MMMA”), MCL 333.26421, cannot be prohibited by the Court from continuing to use medical marijuana while they are on probation or as a condition of their probation. Typically, when placed on probation,…
As Covid lockdown restrictions from the Governor begin to ease, we expect to see people taking advantage of their newly granted freedoms. One of the most significant is the opening of bars and restaurants. As you start to live life closer to normal, remember to keep your drinking in moderation whenever you plan do drive. If you may have had…
Sadly, West Michigan is no different than many other areas of the country when it comes to heroin use. It is all too common and over recent months and years West Michigan, like the rest of the country, has seen a sharp increase in the numbers of deaths from overdose. Part of the reason heroin has had a resurgence among…
Frequently our family law attorneys have encountered clients who have initially tried to represent themselves in custody and family law cases. When they come to us after having given it their best shot, they are typically behind the eight ball. While often times people will say “you don’t need an attorney, you can do it on your own?” this advice…
Do the Courts take Marijuana Seriously now that it is basically legal? The State of Michigan has legalized the use of medical marijuana, however a person must obtain a medical marijuana card to legally possess and use marijuana. If a person is caught with marijuana but is not legally allowed to possess the drug there are significant consequences. First of…
