A Michigan man from Reed City, who could face incarceration of 20 years if convicted, is being held in Osceola County on a bond of $1 million. State police arrested him and charged him with three felonies after they received tips about him allegedly posting...
Although the public has access to most legal proceedings, plea bargains could prevent such access. They are precisely what the name says, bargains that are negotiated. Negotiating plea bargains is an essential part of the legal proceedings that follow arrests on...
Being arrested for a crime in Michigan initiates the criminal justice process. One part of this process is finding out whether you will be released from jail while your case works its way through the courts. Defendants in this state might find it interesting that,...
Anyone in Michigan or elsewhere in the United States who is investigated by the FBI or the IRS involving illegal business practices or other fraudulent behavior stands the chance of facing federal charges. The FBI recently reported that a father and son who are...
Anyone in Michigan or elsewhere who faces federal wire fraud charges will no doubt recognize the severity of the situation and will likely seek experienced legal counsel. Wire fraud is one of many white collar crimes that go through the nation's courts each year. A...
The advances in DNA technology have given many convicted individuals hope of proving their innocence. A conviction does not close all the doors, and effective navigation of post-conviction matters could bring freedom. Convictions of decades ago have been overturned...
Federal prosecutors recently filed a civil lawsuit against State Senator Steve Dickerson and another founder of Comprehensive Pain Specialists, with its head office based in another state. The company, also known as CPS, is accused of defrauding taxpayers and the...
Real estate professionals know that the only thing worse than a cold market where there aren't many buyers is a hot market where there isn't enough inventory for the people who want homes. West Michigan's market is so hot that many people can't buy, despite wanting to...
Accusations of criminal activities can ruin the lives of top executives and business professionals. In Michigan and elsewhere, allegations of white collar crimes can lead to extensive investigations, and having experienced defense counsel is crucial. Computer crimes...
Without established legal limits for marijuana like the blood alcohol content limit of .08 %, how does the law treat motorists who drive while they are high? Will the courts in Michigan treat driving while impaired by marijuana as misdemeanors or felonies? Both...