Embezzlement in Michigan is the fraudulent appropriation of funds or property by an individual in a position of trust. To prove embezzlement, certain elements need to be established. Relationship between the accused and victim A key element in proving embezzlement is...
Michigan considers driving under the influence (DUI) carries significant legal ramifications. Whether a DUI charge escalates to a felony depends upon several factors, including blood alcohol concentration (BAC), previous convictions and aggravating circumstances....
Many people fall victim to identity theft, but if you’re wrongly charged with the crime, it can disrupt your life, as it carries serious consequences for a conviction. These are the identity theft laws in Michigan and what to expect if you’ve been charged. Identity...
Drug trafficking is a felony offense that involves the selling, transportation or importation of illegal drugs. This is a crime that can be charged at either the state or federal level. The extent of the penalty for this offense can depend on several factors. These...
Drugs are often the justification for a Michigan criminal investigation and arrest. These arrests are frequently related to sale, manufacture, distribution and trafficking. However, there are cases where people are using drugs, leading to them being arrested and...
The legalization of marijuana for recreational use in Michigan represents a growing nationwide trend of separating law enforcement from drug use. This trend even encompasses other types of substances, including addictive narcotics. Advocates for drug law reform argue...
Credit card theft and fraud are typically felony offenses in Michigan. Under the Michigan Penal Code, financial transaction device refers to credit cards, debit cards, and other instruments used to access financial accounts. On the state’s crime code list, only three...
White-collar crimes are committed for financial gain. Thus, they are usually non-violent and may go on for years before the victim or law enforcement catches the perpetrator. Examples of white-collar crimes include money laundering, fraud, tax evasion, embezzlement...
A 33-year-old woman has admitted to defrauding food and nutrition benefit programs out of more than $1.1 million. The woman pleaded guilty to a single count of wire fraud on March 28. Her plea was announced by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of...
Healthcare and health insurance fraud are serious issues that cost millions annually. Fraudulent activities can involve patients, healthcare providers and insurance companies in Michigan, and can take many forms. Billing fraud Billing fraud occurs when healthcare...