Train hopping is the act of secretly jumping onto a freight train, and it has a long history in the United States. Although it's probably nearly as old as rail travel itself, the act first gained widespread notice during the Great Depression, when thousands of...
Did you receive a misdemeanor ticket in Michigan lately? Chances are you are not alone. As mentioned in a previous post on this blog, earlier this year Michigan enacted a law that increased the number of crimes that would be penalized by a misdemeanor ticket rather...
We often get questions about the laws on assault in our state, and on the differences between misdemeanor and felony charges. In this post, we will discuss the difference between felony and misdemeanor assault in Michigan. The difference between a misdemeanor and...
Does it seem like getting a mere ticket for breaking the law is better than being arrested for committing a crime? It may seem so at first glance, and Michigan has enacted a law that expands the number of misdemeanor crimes that will result in a ticket rather than an...
Sometimes relationships go awry or end badly. It is only natural to wonder about what your ex is up to after your relationship ends. However, delving too deep may be considered stalking, which is a crime in Michigan. What is stalking under Michigan law? Under...
The immigration consequences of a conviction for state misdemeanors can be severe. However, as it often plays out in the numerous District Courts in Michigan, people often do not worry much about anything more than the immediate consequences of a...
