Current times have led to new attitudes toward criminal accusations and their consequences. The #MeToo phenomenon started as an empowerment movement for women who felt victimized or attacked by co-workers, former boyfriends, bosses and powerful men the world over....
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Sex Crimes
Is corroboration of a victim’s story needed for a conviction of sexual assault in Michigan?
Those who have been accused of sexual assault in Michigan may wonder what evidence can be used against them and what is needed to prove a sexual assault charge. Because of the significance of the charges, it is helpful for accused individuals to be familiar with how...
What is the difference between misdemeanor and felony criminal sexual conduct in Michigan?
Allegations of criminal sexual conduct in Michigan will inevitably stoke fear in the person who is accused. Not only will there be harsh consequences for a conviction, but it will carry with it negative connotations that will follow the person around in their personal...
Is sex offender registration constitutional?
One of the most far-reaching penalties that comes with a sex crime conviction is registration as a sex offender. Being on the sex offender registry can significantly impact where you can live, what occupations you can pursue and other freedoms. According to the...
Bill Cosby’s conviction is overturned
Few falls from grace were as significant as the one Bill Cosby suffered, many say justifiably. The veteran standup comedian and actor whose long-running “The Cosby Show” earned him the title of “America’s Dad.” Persistent rumors of inappropriate behavior with...
Proactive legal response to a Michigan sex crimes charge
Any individual in Michigan who has been charged with a sex crime has dire and pressing concerns.The most immediate challenge is the need to ensure the constitutional protection of personal rights during and throughout the investigatory process. Criminal law...
Michigan’s Sex Offender Registry to Change
Did you know Michigan's sex offender registry law was ruled unconstitutional in August 2016? Michigan's Sex Offender Registry is a database containing the names, addresses, and offense(s) of everyone in Michigan convicted of certain sexual offenses. This information...
Sex Crimes: Child Pornography Restitution Questioned
Being convicted of sex crimes brings a heavy price, particularly in child pornography cases. Congress says that anyone convicted of child pornography must pay mandatory restitution for the total amount of the victim's losses. While federal courts cannot agree on...
Sex Crimes: Criminal Sexual Conduct
Allegations of Sex Crimes are some of the more prominent headlines in the news today. You can pick up just about any newspaper or visit an online news site and you are almost guaranteed to find a story relating to rape, molestation, child abuse, unwanted touching,...