Couple found by police wanted in 2012 crime spree
A 34-year-old man and his 22-year-old girlfriend, who referred to themselves as Bonnie and Clyde, were both taken into custody in Michigan. The man was wanted in connection with several home invasions that reportedly took place in the summer of 2012. He was charged with first-degree home invasion, receiving and concealing a firearm knowing it […]
Minnesota man facing felony charges after accidental shooting
A Minnesota man recently turned himself in to police after a Sept. 8 incident in connection to an accidental shooting. The 21-year-old man faces felony gun charges in relation to the accident. Police said that the victim, a 20-year-old man, was driving his Pontiac Aztek on Orchard Street in Mt. Clemens at the time of […]
How are felonies sentenced in Michigan?
Residents in Michigan may benefit from learning more about the state’s guidelines for felony sentencing. The most recent changes to the guidelines during 2014 have made it a felony offense to engage in certain activities with ammunitions. These guidelines are intended for felony offenses with indeterminate sentences. The guidelines are not applicable to offenses that […]
18-year-old man accused of murder during drug deal
On Aug. 19, an 18-year-old Michigan man who was accused of fatally shooting a 19-year-old man after an alleged drug deal went wrong was ordered to stand trial. According to the report, a Kalamazoo County District Court judge determined that there was enough evidence to send the case to trial based on the allegations that […]
Tigers minor league pitcher has sex charges dismissed
A Michigan judge ruled to dismiss third-degree sexual assault charges against a minor league pitcher for the Detroit Tigers. According to the judge, prosecutors did not meet the burden of probable cause while presenting evidence and testimony from the alleged victim. The judge commented that he might have doubts about the witness’ credibility, and he […]
Michigan woman pleads guilty in party store burglary
An 18-year-old woman has pleaded guilty in relation to her role in an alleged robbery of a party store located in Hampton Township. Prosecutors agreed to drop one charge of breaking and entering with intent to commit larceny in exchange for the woman’s plea of guilty to one count of the same charge. Prosecutors also […]
Woman accused of stealing controllers arraigned in court
A Michigan woman who was accused of stealing video game controllers was arraigned by the Bay County chief district judge on July 2. According to the report, she was arraigned on multiple charges, including one count of first-degree retail fraud and second-degree retail fraud. The theft that all of the charges stemmed from occurred on […]
New evidence helps to free man 25 years after murder conviction
Those arrested for felony crimes in Kalamazoo are sure to have their resolve tested as they work their way through the accompanying criminal proceedings. What’s left of that resolve could be absolutely shattered if they’re convicted. Yet it’s important to remember that a conviction doesn’t end one’s legal struggle; he or she has every opportunity […]
Talking too long at town meeting gets Bridgeport man arrested
For the most people in Kalamazoo, the idea of then ever facing felony charges may seem completely outlandish to them. They probably make it a point to observe all of the perceived laws and regulations that could potentially land them in such legal trouble. Yet many may be surprised as to what actions can lead […]
CMU campus police arrest grad student on multiple felony charges
The image that comes to mind when most in Kalamazoo think of a felon may be somewhat biased by their own misconceptions or by inaccurate portrayals in the media. The fact is that felons come in all shapes, sizes, and appearances, as well as from all different backgrounds and upbringings. Many are often unaware of […]