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Detroit Criminal Law Blog
“WHERE ARE YOU GOING AND WHY?”
To combat the spread of COVID-19, Michigan’s Governor issued executive order 2020-21, which provides for misdemeanor criminal penalties if people fail to stop activities that are not necessary to sustain or protect life. Stated slightly differently, unless you are...
Misdemeanor Charges For Violations of Michigan COVID-19 Orders?
Currently, government leaders throughout Michigan, the U.S. and the world seek ways to control and mitigate the harm caused by the ongoing global pandemic, COVID-19. In an attempt to limit the spread of the virus, the president of the United States, mayors and...
STAY AT HOME OR FACE PROSECUTION
Earlier this morning, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued an Order requiring all persons in Michigan to stay at home to combat the spread of the Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. The Order goes into effect at 12:00 a.m. on March 24, 2020, and lasts until at...
Losing friends over DUI charges
From financial penalties to the suspension of one's driver's license and time behind bars, DUI charges bring many consequences. However, these cases are especially tough for some people in many other ways. For example, some people suffer serious damage to their...
DUI charges while under the legal limit
Many people think that it is okay to drive after consuming a small amount of alcohol. In some instances, people are able to avoid DUI charges after they are stopped by a law enforcement official for any reason and low levels of alcohol are detected in their system....
Safety and hunting violations
Our law firm realizes that hunters face various risks, from cold temperatures to accidents involving firearms and falling out of trees or deer blinds. Hunting regulations aim to protect hunters from many of these risks, such as requiring hunters to wear orange in...
Snagging, undersized fish and other fishing violations
Residents of Michigan who enjoy fishing are fortunate to have access to so many options. This state has large freshwater lakes, rivers and inland lakes full of many species of fish. For those who like to fish, there is nothing like getting out on the lake after a...
DUI charges during an emotional breakdown
In life, there are various hardships that arise and create devastating emotional trauma. For example, when someone loses a spouse, child, close friend or family member, they often have a very hard time processing the loss and moving forward. Other causes of intense...
What should you do if an officer asks to check your house?
Residents in Michigan may come face to face with law enforcement at your door someday. If that situation ever happens, you should know how to react. You should also know what your rights are. This includes understanding when police can check your house and how you can...
Self-defense and Michigan law
The Second Amendment right to own a firearm benefits both men and women. A firearm at your side might just save your life or the lives of those you care about. In fact, Michigan, like other states, has its own "stand your ground" law that allows you to defend yourself...
