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PRELIMINARY EXAMINATION The first adversarial hearing before the district court is called the preliminary examination. At this time the defendant should be represented by a Michigan criminal defense attorney and the prosecutor is required to present sufficient evidence to show a crime was committed ...

If you are facing a recent child abuse charge, you may be feeling overwhelmed or embarrassed about speaking with aMichigan criminal defense attorney. However, our firm offers non-judgmental, compassionate representation at a time when you need it most. Whether you are facing a domestic violence char...

If your Michigan criminal defense case involves charges of domestic violence, we can help. We can offer you sound solutions to help defeat or lessen your charges and help you avoid the repercussions of a domestic violence charge on your criminal history. As you prepare your Michigan criminal defen...

Perhaps the most devastating of all criminal sex charges involves that of possession of child pornography. If you are facing this type of charge, we implore you to contact a Michigan criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible. Not only are your rights on the line, but your reputation is as well. ...

As a prominent Michigan criminal defense law office, we offer aggressive and compassionate defense against drug possession charges. We understand that, oftentimes, serious issues underlie a criminal charge of drug possession, and will work with the prosecution to help you obtain the help you need. ...

Many criminal defense attorneys do not advocate defendants taking the stand in their own defense, particularly when they are on trial for murder or serious assaultive cases. At Miel & Carr, we recognize that the decision to have a client testify has to be made on a case-by-case basis, but our ge...

Up until May 21, 2013, the hearing officers at the Michigan Secretary of State have been taking the position in drivers license restoration actions that medical marijuana patients must choose between their driver’s license and their medicine. A new Michigan Supreme Court decision in People v Koon...

Being charged with a crime can be one of the most difficult and stressful situations that a person will face during their lifetime. Depending on the seriousness of the crime, you could be facing loss of your freedom, significant financial penalties, lifetime consequences like being branded a felon o...