Were you caught urinating behind the Black Finn in Royal Oak, at Comerica Park on opening day, in Mexicantown on Cinco de Mayo, or in Corktown on St. Patrick’s day? Well you’re not alone, every year thousands of Michiganders are slapped with violations of local ordinances that are misdemeanors, which can result in up to 90 days in jail and up to a $500.00 fine. Worse yet this will create a criminal record and you could even have to register on the sex offender registry. If you have been charged with urinating in public it is a big deal, with serious legal consequences.
Hiring the right representation from the start can make the difference between getting the charges reduced or dismissed, and facing the full legal ramifications. Contact the experienced Attorneys of Garmo & Kiste, PLC today. We are Urinating in Public Michigan Misdemeanor Lawyer as we have handled these matters in all the local jurisdictions with excellent results for our clients, and in some cities outside of the Metro-Detroit area, call us for a free consultation at 248-398-7100.
Detroit’s Urinating in Public Ordinance:
Sec. 38-9-2. – Indecent exposure:
“No person shall make any indecent exposure of his or her person in any public place.”
We recently had a client charged with MCL 750.452, keeping a house of prostitution, this broad statute provides for a punishment of up to five years in prison, and fines up to $2,500.00. While the language may sound archaic (keeping a… bawdy house or any house or place resorted to for the purpose of prostitution or lewdness) the consequences are very modern and can include a lifetime of explaining your criminal record to potential employers.
Keeping a House of Prostitution Michigan: If you have been charged with this offense, an experienced attorney may be able to keep this matter off your record, or even have the charges modified, reduced, or dismissed. Contact the attorneys of Garmo & Kiste, PLC at 248-398-7100, today for a free consultation to discuss options unique to your situation.
Charged with Illegal Public Dumping Michigan? Recently one of our attorneys represented a Canadian Citizen concerning a misdemeanor charge of Illegal Public Dumping in violation of a local ordinance, through thoughtful and careful negotiations with the city attorney the Client was offered a plea deal whereby he pled to double parking, a civil infraction punishable by a fine only.
Without our representation this client may have been charged with a federal violation of the Clean Air act, resulting in minimum fines of $5,000.00- $20,000.00, and faced up to $. With the right attorney, he will now pay approximately $300.00 and have a civil infraction, rather than a misdemeanor on his record or worse. If you have been charged with a similar violation contact the experienced attorneys of Garmo & Kiste, PLC for a free consultation today!
We all know the famous line. “You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one may be appointed for you.” But what rights do these really confer? It can be tempting if you are charged with a crime to rely on court appointed attorneys, but this can be a risky choice. Up to 90% of people charged with a crime represented by Court appointed attorneys may be found guilty. Additionally, they are paid a certain amount per case, so it is in their interest to resolve your case as soon as possible even if it is otherwise in your best interest to take the matter to trial.
Finally, even though the attorney is appointed, you will still pay your appointed attorney, just through additional court fees and fines rather than as a retainer. In the legal market you get what you pay for. Hiring an experienced firm such as Garmo & Kiste, PLC guarantees that we will give your case all the time and attention it deserves. We will go through your file with a fine tooth comb in order to get the best results possible for your case.
Still unconvinced? Listen to this report from NPR:
When it matters for your future, retain a lawyer who has the time and resources available to devote to you!
Troy has recently begun enforcing a new “distracted driving” ordinance, after a delay to allow for the installation of proper signage. Many are calling them the the toughest texting laws in the nation as any use of a cell-phone, GPS, or other electronic device in any way except with your voice. Even getting your phone or Bluetooth in position is barred if not performed before you begin driving. Finally, the ordinance is so broad that anything that could distract you including applying make-up or petting your dog could result in you getting a ticket. Our Attorneys at Garmo & Kiste, PLC have the necessary relationships with area prosecutors to negotiate deals, and attempt to get your ticket dismissed.
Recently our Attorneys were able to avoid both licensing ramifications and prolonged probation for a client with a Minor in Possession charge by negotiating a sentence pursuant to the Holmes Youthful Trainee Act (HYTA). Otherwise this would have been his MIP 3rd, resulting in suspension of his license for 60 days and a violation of his felony probation in Macomb County. This type of sentencing is available for offenders who are between the ages of 17 and one day shy of their 21st birthday. Though rarely used in a case like this, HYTA sentencing goes to show that creative solutions and knowledgeable attorneys can make the difference between a bad result and a success.
Recently, our Attorneys were able to have three solicitation cases dismissed in the City of Detroit in less than 2 ½ weeks. In the past few months we have seen many innocent motorists cited with soliciting a prostitute for merely being in a bad neighborhood at the wrong time. Apparently we were not the only ones to notice as the Channel 7 Investigators published an exposee on the same issue, which you can view here. They contend that these tickets are a blatant money grab on the part of the city.
However, without an experienced advocate if you are cited you will have to pay fines, appear in court, or even have a criminal record. If you need help fighting a solicitation or other ticket in the city of Detroit, call us at (248) 398-7100 for a free consultation or contact us with a private message.
One radio advertisement I heard over and over again during the holidays was for International Star Registry, a company that offers the ability to “name a star after someone” for a low fee of $54.00. In addition to having the star’s new name “registered at the US Copyright office,” you get a certificate, a star chart, and a map of your star circled in red. However, you cannot get a star named after you and claim copyright to it.
Names are not protected by copyright law. Publishers of publications such as a star registry copyright the text of a book containing the names the registry has assigned to stars but the registration does not extend protection to any of the individual star names appearing therein and does not confer any official or governmental status on any of the star names included.
The International Star Registry admits in its own fine print that “star naming is not recognized by the scientific community” and that “your star’s name is reserved in International Star Registry records only.” So for Valentine’s Day, don’t buy your loved one a star, your hard-earned money is better spent on a nice steak dinner or some flowers.
Founded in 1979, ISR has sold over 1 million of their full-color “Name A Star” parchment certificates. Since there are nearly one trillion stars in our galaxy alone, selling name is like a license to print money. For additional reading see http://www.copyright.gov/help/faq/faq-protect.html
At Garmo and Kiste, your matter is important to us. We are a Troy, Michigan based lawyers who will zealously represent you and work tirelessly to protect your rights. Unlike many other law firms, we will not treat you as merely another case. Rather, we offer the personalized care and attention you deserve. The solutions we offer are personally tailored to resolve your matter. Our legal services include Traffic, Divorce, Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving, Expungement, Personal Injury, Estate Planning, Business, and Collection/Bankruptcy cases.
