Plea deals, sometimes called plea bargains, have taken over the court system. Reports suggest that no more than 3% of criminal cases actually go to trial because, in 97% of them, the defendant makes a plea deal. That is unlikely to change any time soon, and there can...
Criminal Defense
When will an OWI charge lead to an ignition interlock device installation?
You may have heard that if you are convicted enough times for operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol (OWI), you’ll be required to have an ignition interlock device (IID) installed in your automobile. IIDs prevent you from starting the vehicle unless...
Scrap metal theft is a serious offense in Michigan
Metals are indispensable materials for everyday life. Most items have metal components as part of their construction or electrical wiring. Because metals are durable and malleable, it’s possible to recover them from junk and reuse them for other things. In fact, scrap...
Why you shouldn’t drive while your license is suspended
Driving while your license is suspended is a serious offense in Michigan and can lead to severe consequences. Unlike a traffic ticket, which is a civil infraction, driving while your license is suspended or revoked is a criminal offense. Understanding the reasons...
How long will someone lose their license due to an OWI conviction?
When police officers arrest someone because they suspect them of impaired driving, the person accused will risk multiple penalties imposed by the state of Michigan. An operating while intoxicated (OWI) offense can lead to jail time. Judges can order someone to pay a...
Does the legal limit protect you from an OWI?
When the police give you a breath test, they’re measuring the amount of alcohol in your blood. This is known as your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) and there’s a legal limit of 0.08%. If the police pull you over and find that you are over this percentage, they can...
3 time-related qualifications for SSDI benefits
If you’re seeking SSDI benefits, you have to qualify as having a disability. The Social Security Administration has a specific definition stating what a disability is to them. This may not be the same as what you would think of as a disability or the same as what a...
3 common reasons for the denial of an SSD claim
You should apply for social security disability (SSD) benefits if you have a physical or mental condition that makes it unable for you to work. Social Security Administration allows online applications, making it convenient. However, if you are not careful, your claim...
What are the penalties in Michigan for embezzlement?
Embezzlement is a less common offense than other, more well-known crimes like theft and fraud. If you have been accused of this crime, you might not fully understand the charge against you. Under Michigan Law, embezzlement is money or property that was wrongly taken...
4 mistakes to avoid when stopped for an OWI
An operating while intoxicated (OWI) charge can result in high fines, jail term, community service and license suspension. In Michigan, you are legally intoxicated when your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is 0.08 or more and 0.02 or more for drivers under 21. The...