What is involuntary manslaughter?
In Michigan, car crashes and other accidents caused by one person may result in the death of another. If the person who caused the fatal accident was accused of criminal negligence, they may find themselves facing an involuntary manslaughter charge. Simply put, a person may be charged with involuntary manslaughter if they accidentally cause another […]
Michigan teacher taken into custody for alleged sex crimes
A Michigan teacher has been taken into custody and brought up on several charges of criminal sexual conduct. According to authorities, the 26-year-old high school teacher sexually assaulted a student when she engaged in sexual relations with the student. A parent allegedly brought the matter to the schools attention, which, after a meeting with the […]
Addressing an alleged victim’s sexual past
Being accused of a sexual offense is a serious allegation, and one that, if not taken seriously, could have drastic consequences. Those convicted of these sex crimes face the very real possibility of years in prison, severe damage to reputation, and lifetime monitoring via the sex offender registry. In essence, these individuals can never truly […]
What is sexual assault, and what are the penalties?
Sex crimes are taken extremely seriously in Michigan, and those who face such allegations are often pitted against an aggressive prosecution. Therefore, those accused of sexual assault or any other type of sex crime should carefully consider their legal defense options. Failing to put forth a strong defense could result in unwanted consequences, including an […]
Can I face burglary charges if I don’t go through with the crime?
Not burglary per se. However, there are many laws in Michigan that attempt to curtail burglary by criminalizing certain acts. Amongst these is possession of certain items that are known to be used in burglaries. These items include explosives like nitroglycerine or any other device, tool, or substance that is meant to be used to […]
How can the sex offender registry affect me?
The mere allegation of having committed a sex crime is often enough to wreck your reputation and ruin your personal life. If you are convicted of a sex crime, you may be subjected to serious penalties, including prison and mandatory registration on the sex offender registry. As if the damage to your reputation and serving […]
Facing felony allegations? Our firm stands ready to help
Several times on this blog we have talked about felonies and the penalties associated with them. Allegations regarding a felony offense are quite serious and should be treated as such. This means that if you are facing felony charges you may want to carefully plan your criminal defense. Failing to do so could result in […]
New law forces some Michiganders to give DNA sample
Being arrested and facing criminal allegations can be a traumatizing matter. Mere accusations can be damaging to an individual’s reputation, harming both personal and professional relationships. A criminal conviction may mean an individual is subjected to serious penalties, including prison. Therefore, it is imperative that those facing serious charges, as well as everyday Michiganders, stay […]
What is sexual assault and how is it punished?
Sex crimes are amongst the most aggressively prosecuted offenses in Michigan. Whether it is an alleged sexual assault, statutory rape, or child molestation, an individual accused of a sex crime may have a hard road ahead of him or her. Mere allegations can be devastating to an individual’s personal and professional lives. He or she […]
Michigan police officer faces sexual assault charge
Most police officers are dedicated to performing their jobs to the best of the ability, even if that means putting their own life in danger. However, authorities in Michigan claim that one police officer actually had other things on his mind while apparently on-the job . He now faces a sexual assault charge, among several […]