Out of State DUI Michigan Driver’s License Suspension
Recently, our firm was able to help a client with a tricky driver’s license restoration problem. He had received a DUI in another state and upon moving to Michigan was informed that he would face another term of license suspension. While this may seem like double jeopardy, in fact driving is a privilege not a […]
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Caught Shoplifting Michigan? Every year with the Holidays, Shop Lifting Increases
Shoplifting has risen approximately 20% over the last several years in part because of the poor economy, with a spike in shoplifting and shoplifting arrests during the holidays.Simply put, more shoppers and shopping means more opportunity for shoplifting. And the items most stolen might surprise, such as expensive meat cuts, razors, and tooth brushes. From […]
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Underage Gambling Charges Michigan MCL 428.218
With the three Detroit Casinos, the brand new Fire Keepers Casino in Battle Creek, and various other smaller Casinos, Michigan has quite a few gambling establishments. As such, underage gambling is becoming a problem. Internet gambling and “charity” poker rooms can also proof tempting for those under 21, because of the monies generated, and the […]
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Michigan Open Container Charges
Were you charged with misdemeanor of open intoxication after drinking in a vehicle? Even having an open beverage in the vehicle is sufficient in some circumstances to run a foul of MCL 257.624a. For example, you may not have an “open” (but recorked) bottle of wine in the passenger compartment of your car unless it […]
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Stolen Plates Charges MCL 257.256
Have you or someone you know been charged with the misdemeanor of use of “stolen license plates”? Even if you were just borrowing the plates, you are facing a serious crime and need an experienced attorney to attempt to negotiate a deal with the prosecutor. By getting the charges reduced, modified, or dismissed you can […]
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Disorderly Person Disorderly Conduct Charges
Have you been charged as a disorderly person or with disorderly conduct? In Michigan there is a broad spectrum of behavior that counts as such. “Common Prostitutes,” “peeping toms,” and persons who fail to support their family are all considered disorderly under the Michigan statute. There are also local ordinances that may cover disorderly persons. […]
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Railroad Trespassing 462.273
If you have been cited with railroad trespassing, you are facing a misdemeanor charge that is punishable by up to 30 days in jail and or a $100.00 fine. While this is not the longest period of incarceration or highest fine, it is still a misdemeanor and will appear on your criminal record forever. This […]
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Obstructing by Disguise | Free Consultation | (248) 398-7100
Michigan has a series of laws preventing impersonation. These include a prohibition on impersonating a peace officer, and prohibition on disguising oneself with the intent to obstruct the law. The intent is critical, you cannot get in trouble for dressing up on Halloween. However, if you in any way disguise yourself and try to tell […]
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Commercial Driver CDL Refusal to Submit to PBT Michigan
If you are driving a personal vehicle and you refuse to submit to a PBT it is only a civil infraction. However, it is much more serious if you are driving a commercial vehicle. Refusal of a Preliminary Breath Test (PBT) in a commercial vehicle is a 93-day misdemeanor and or a fine of up […]
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Sexual Conduct in a Motor Vehicle Michigan MCL 750.335.
Sexual conduct in a motor vehicle is generally charged under MCL 750.335. It can also be cited as reckless driving though with other results. The statewide law against public lewdness is a misdemeanor and if convicted, it will be on your record forever. In order to prevent this it is best to hire an experienced […]
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