Father of the Miranda Rule Dies at Michigan Home
March 03, 2022 Criminal Defense|Rights
Yale Kamisar, known as the "father" of the Miranda Rule, passed away on January 30, 2022, at the age of 92. His work as a scholar and criminal justice advocate paved the way for the modern justice system as we...
Is Grooming a Crime?
February 02, 2022 Criminal Defense|Michigan Laws|Sexual Abuse
Grooming – the act of cultivating behavior to exploit a child. While the term has only recently entered the public lexicon, it has been an undercurrent of many criminal cases over the years. However, is grooming a crime? Grooming Defined...
Michigan’s Raise the Age Bill
January 01, 2022 Criminal Defense|Juvenile Crimes|Michigan Laws
Michigan legislators have passed the "Raise the Age" bill. Here's what you should know. Aging Up This historic bill will raise the age limit for the adult criminal justice system. Previously, 17 year olds convicted of a crime would be...
When Police Break the Law: The Trial of Kim Potter
January 01, 2022 Criminal Defense|Gun Violence
Former police officer Kim Potter is on trial for killing 20-year-old Daunte Wright during a traffic stop in 2020. Her case is an example of what may happen when police break the law. Keep reading to learn more. Background In...
Michigan Legislators Debate Stricter Gun Laws
December 12, 2021 Criminal Defense|Gun Violence|Michigan Laws|News
In light of the Oxford school shooting, Michigan lawmakers are evaluating gun laws and debating whether to expand them. Here's what you should know. Current Gun Regulations In MI, gun owners must follow several regulations regarding gun safety, licensing, registration,...
