A conviction on a drug possession charge can lead to serious consequences in Michigan. Depending on the drug and quantity involved, these consequences can include prison, fines, and damage to one’s reputation. As scary as that may sound, there are defense options available to those who are accused of illegal possession of a controlled substance. […]

Drug charges in Michigan can have a significant impact on your life. That impact can be exacerbated if you fail to put forth a defense strong enough to confront aggressive prosecutors. The penalties you might face if convicted could include prison, fines and damage to your reputation. You might also find that obtaining a job […]

Previously, this blog discussed constructive possession as it relates to drug charges and how it can affect a criminal prosecution. This is merely one of a number of drug charges a Michigan resident may face. Nearly all drug offenses carry the potential for significant penalties that can throw your life into disarray in more ways […]

There are a lot of criminal allegations that can cause serious harm not only to a Michigander’s reputation, but also their very freedom. Amongst these serious criminal charges are those related to drug offenses. As our society continues to wage its war on drugs, even low-level offenders can find themselves facing severe penalties upon conviction. […]

When Michiganders think of drug charges, they often think of possessing and/or selling narcotics. Though these types of offenses make up a significant number of criminal charges related to drugs, they are not the only ones. Previously on this blog, for example, we discussed the possession of drug paraphernalia and the punishment associated with a […]

A couple of weeks ago we discussed an instance where a routine fishing license check turned into what police claim was a significant drug bust. Many times, arrests for drug crimes result from entirely other, unrelated suspicions. A driver accused of speeding may find their car being searched, leading to the discovery of narcotics. Or, […]

Advances in medicine have revolutionized the way Michiganders treat illnesses and diseases. Amongst the areas that have seen significant improvements is medication. Nowadays, a simple pill can ease or eliminate severe symptoms of a more serious condition or kill excruciating pain. However, perhaps because of these medications’ effectiveness, many find themselves turning to these drugs, […]