Improved Outlook for Medical Marijuana Patients Seeking Drivers License Restoration
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(Docket No. 145259) is going to significantly impact that position. […]
Michigan’s Domestic Violence deferral has been weakened
A person charged with Domestic Violence who has never before been convicted of an assaultive crime is eligible for special treatment in Michigan. This special treatment pursuant to MCL 769.4a allows the person to avoid a conviction if probation is completed successfully. Until April 1, 2013, a person who completed probation under MCL 769.4a didn’t […]
Why we defend people charged with crimes
One of the first questions that I’m asked at a cocktail party, dinner, or other social event is, “How do you do that for a living?” Normally, I respond with some sarcastic response because I’ve grown tired of listening to the patronizing statements that usually follow my genuine answer. We defend people charged with crimes […]
The preliminary hearing in a child neglect case is important
We defend a lot of child abuse or neglect cases where CPS has filed a petition alleging that parents have either neglected or abused their kids. These petitions are very common when there are criminal allegations against mom or dad, but are also frequently filed when there are no criminal charges pending. When CPS files […]
How to Choose a Criminal Defense Attorney
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 or a sex offender, along with embarrassment […]
