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Why you should not send drugs through the mail
Consider this scenario. You would never traffic in illegal drugs, but your brother does not have health insurance, and he is in serious pain from a recent back injury. You have almost a full bottle of Vicodin leftover from your last trip to the dentist, so you are...
Are magic mushrooms fully legal in Ann Arbor? Not quite
Ann Arbor made national headlines recently for its decision to decriminalize certain psychedelic plants and fungi, including "magic mushrooms." The move places Ann Arbor alongside just a handful of other U.S. cities – including Denver, Oakland and Santa Cruz – that...
Can I clear a criminal record with an expungement?
The effects of a criminal conviction can linger far beyond the end of the sentence. Take the case of Xavier Owens. As he explained to the Detroit Free Press, he was 21 years old when he was convicted of fleeing and eluding. He later picked up a handful of misdemeanor...
The basics of a felony preliminary examination
Every individual arrested and accused of wrongdoing has the right to due process. This means criminal proceedings must adhere to a strict procedure, one laid out in state statutes. A felony criminal proceeding includes many steps, from the initial police investigation...
Taking ownership of the family home after divorce
A home is so much more than the materials used in its construction. It is a place of comfort, warmth and love, and the scene of many treasured memories. A divorce upends all of this, and the house – once a source of stability – can quickly become a point of...
How often are people arrested in Michigan for drunk driving?
“I’m responsible and make good choices." "What are the odds I’ll get pulled over?" "It won’t happen to me.” That is the mindset many people have regarding drunk- or drugged-driving arrests. In reality, the number of operating while intoxicated (OWI) cases the courts...
The impact divorce has on retirement savings
Retirement accounts may be the most frequently overlooked asset in a divorce. These savings are often quite valuable on their own. But because of their generally private nature and long-term promise, separating spouses do not always prioritize them as they should....
How authorities may try to prove intent to distribute
The justice system has little patience for drug crimes. The combination of strict laws, complex statutes and mandatory minimum sentences means anyone accused of a drug-related activity faces quite an uphill battle. Of particular concern for anyone in this situation is...
The most common reasons people file for divorce
There is no standard template for what makes a marriage work, nor a formula for determining when such a coupling might end. Every situation is different, and these matters are deeply personal. It is what makes a divorce so challenging, even if a spouse believes it is...
What does ‘felonious’ assault mean?
Under Michigan law, what is the difference between simple assault and felonious assault? Here is a brief overview. Elements of felonious assault Here in Michigan, a basic assault charge without any aggravating factors is a misdemeanor. An assault charge does not even...
