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Getting pulled over for drunk driving in Michigan is a painful experience, and the penalties if convicted of operating while intoxicated (DUI/OWI) are severe. People will often try to keep law enforcement from gathering evidence by refusing to take a portable...
There are many things that an individual in Michigan may plan to do but will never go through with that. However, planning to commit a crime and not following through with it is not the same as planning to join a gym and not moving forward with it. Merely planning to...
Some disagreements between two people are settled relatively amicably, after a good conversation and some understanding and forgiveness. However, other times arguments become hostile, leading to charges of assault or assault and battery. Assault and battery Many...
Four teenagers from Grand Rapids are now in police custody after they were alleged to have engaged in a one-night crime spree that involved breaking and entering, robbery and car theft. The facts of the spree are fairly simple, but the effect on the boys’ future will...
If you are facing criminal charges of any kind, there is a lot at stake. Even if the offense is a misdemeanor, a conviction could tarnish your criminal record for years to come and result in more serious penalties in the future. For example, in the state of Michigan,...
The Sixth Amendment grants American citizens the right to legal representation if they are facing criminal charges. That means if you cannot afford to hire a criminal attorney, the state will assign a public defender to assist you throughout the proceedings. According...
According to the Detroit Free Press, three Grand Rapids police officers who responded to or had knowledge of a drunk driving collision involving an assistant prosecutor tried to cover up the official’s role in the accident. The police discussed the case with one...
In a perfect world, people who witness criminal activity would be able to report it without fear of retribution from the allegedly guilty party. Depending on the circumstances of the crime, though, witnesses are often reluctant to cooperate with the police because...
Every sex offense is a serious matter in Michigan. Depending on the nature of the charges, a conviction could come with a steep fine, life in prison, a lifetime listing on the Sex Offender Registry, lifetime GPS tether, and other consequences. There are several types...
Residents of Grand Rapids are gearing up for Independence Day. Whether you plan to enjoy the Amway Family Fireworks in downtown, hit the bars, or party at a friend’s house, there are steps you should take to stay safe and avoid being arrested on July Fourth. According...