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Know your options when facing drug charges in Michigan
Some of our readers in Michigan may have noticed news stories about how certain drug offenses are being treated with quite a bit more leniency in a few states in America these days. But, in our state, that is far from true. The penalties associated with a conviction...
What are the penalties for cruelty to animals in Michigan?
In Michigan, when there are allegations that a person has committed cruelty to animals, there is often a reaction of shock and anger across the spectrum. Even though these crimes are negatively perceived by society and can result in various penalties if there is a...
Can you carry a gun during bow season?
You can’t use a firearm during bow season for deer in Michigan, and you know that. But what about just carrying one on you? What if you don’t use it? For instance, maybe you believe you spotted a bear on the trail camera on your hunting property. You have to walk out...
2017 Deer Opener & The Justice System
Don't forget about The Justice System with the firearms opener of 2017's deer season just days away. Remember that the laws governing hunting will be vigorously enforced. Year after year, I take on clients who are charged with a variety of offenses by Department...
2017 Deer Opener & The Justice System
Don't forget about The Justice System with the firearms opener of 2017's deer season just days away. Remember that the laws governing hunting will be vigorously enforced. Year after year, I take on clients who are charged with a variety of offenses by Department...
A JAIL SENTENCE IS BAD ENOUGH – NOW YOU HAVE TO PAY FOR IT
In the distressed economic status of our state, some local governments are trying desperately to increase revenue. Local governments such as Wayne, Oakland, and St. Clair counties charge inmates $60 per day while they serve time in county jails. Yes, that's $60.00 per...
2010 Year-End Count: Government Collections Up 30%
A recent Detroit Free Press article reported that despite the economic woes of 2010, the feds were busying racking up a record $6.64 billion in criminal and civil collections this year, compared to $4.6 billion in 2009. According to the government, the increase was...
Prosecutors appeal Parole Board decisions to release inmates
The Michigan Parole Board is releasing inmates at a faster pace than any time in the last two decades to save the state money. Inmates are being released before serving their maximum sentence. However, prosecutors are appealing the decisions of the...
Supreme Court ruling in Chicago opens the door to challenges of state and local hand-gun regulations
In the wake of McDonald v City of Chicago, the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) is supporting citizens in a fight against local and state governments that are violating citizen's constitutional right to bear arms.The SAF is suing Maryland for a permanent injunction...