Reasonable Suspicion vs. Probable Cause
December 12, 2019 Criminal Defense
Reasonable Suspicion vs. Probable Cause Michigan law enforcement officials must find “reasonable suspicion” and “probable cause” before detaining a person for questioning, searching a person or their property, obtaining a warrant, or making a lawful arrest. Although these two legal...
Michigan Increases Age of Legal Adulthood for Most Crimes
November 11, 2019 Criminal Defense
On October 31, 2019, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed the “Raise the Age” plan, a multi-part bill that will enable minors who are 17 years of age to qualify as juveniles and go through the juvenile justice process, rather than...
Common Holiday Crimes in Michigan
November 11, 2019 Criminal Defense|DUI
When you think about the holidays, you imagine getting together with loved ones, fancy dinners, gift exchanges, and being jolly all season long. Yet, this time of year is also associated with a significant rise in crime rates. We must...
What Happens If You Fail to Appear in Criminal Court in MI?
October 10, 2019 Criminal Defense
If you were arrested for a criminal offense or accused of a serious traffic violation, you will be required to appear in court on a certain date. But what happens if you fail to appear (FTA) in court or attend...
Michigan Senate Committee Passes “Raise the Age” Legislation
October 10, 2019 Criminal Defense|News
On October 10, 2019, a Senate panel passed a package of bipartisan bills—16 in total—that would raise the age at which juvenile offenders would be automatically treated as adults in Michigan. Currently, 17-year-olds are viewed as adults in the criminal...
