On behalf of The Rubinstein Law Firm | Oct 9, 2020 | Criminal Law
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...
On behalf of The Rubinstein Law Firm | Oct 6, 2020 | Criminal Law
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...
On behalf of The Rubinstein Law Firm | Sep 25, 2020 | Criminal Law
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...
On behalf of The Rubinstein Law Firm | Aug 25, 2020 | Criminal Law
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...
On behalf of The Rubinstein Law Firm | Aug 18, 2020 | Criminal Law
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...
On behalf of The Rubinstein Law Firm | Jul 13, 2020 | Criminal Law
Serious crimes carry significant consequences, and the punishment can impact a person’s entire life. Even after a convicted person has served jail time or paid fines, he or she may face damage to their professional or personal reputation or have difficulty securing a...
On behalf of The Rubinstein Law Firm | Jun 12, 2020 | Criminal Law
Far more people are using hand sanitizer than ever before. In fact, many people keep some in the car to use after being out and about. If a Michigan police officer pulls over one of these individuals on suspicion of drunk driving, a substance that is supposed to keep...
On behalf of The Rubinstein Law Firm | Jun 11, 2020 | Criminal Law
Like many other states, Michigan police will more than likely use the one-leg stand test as a measurement of impairment. The problem is it does not always identify drivers who may be intoxicated. Even so, this test has led to many OWI arrests here and across the...
On behalf of The Rubinstein Law Firm | May 22, 2020 | Criminal Law
The results of “breathalyzer” alcohol tests are often portrayed as indisputable – the final word for all drunk driving accusations. Breathalyzer accuracy is important because a conviction of operating while intoxicated (OWI) charges can have serious...
On behalf of The Rubinstein Law Firm | Mar 27, 2020 | Criminal Law
Anyone accused of a felony in Michigan should prepare for a lengthy engagement with the state’s complex criminal justice system. This legal process typically starts with an arraignment. What happens at an arraignment? Here is an explanation to help you prepare. An...
