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I have been charged with my 4 hibutial offence for drugs that I don't know how they can do so since I have asked them to DNA test the seringes in the case that were found in my vehicle in a bag of someone else property but the refuse to it would show that I had nothing to do with them and no... View More 
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answered on Nov 7, 2023
If you're facing charges and believe your civil rights have been violated due to the refusal of a DNA test on evidence, you should promptly discuss this issue with a criminal defense attorney. In Michigan, as in all states, defendants have the right to challenge the admissibility of evidence... View More
This lady has strung me along and lied several times. I have all of her messages. I have the bad check.
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
In Michigan, if you've received a bad check, there are several steps you can take. Initially, contact the issuer of the check and request payment. If they fail to make good on the check, you can send a formal demand for payment via certified mail. Michigan law allows you to demand payment... View More
answered on Oct 27, 2023
It's impossible to answer questions like these without knowing the person's criminal history and facts of the case. The reason is because felony sentences are determined by proper scoring of the sentencing guidelines, which consider a person's prior record and circumstances of the... View More
Ex girlfriend filed a PPO, it went uncontested (long story, but all allegations were false).
answered on Oct 20, 2023
PPOs in general are non-public records. Once expired, you can possess a gun again (presuming you are otherwise entitled to do so (e.g. not have a felony conviction).
Can you have a career in law enforcement is a question you'll have to ask the certification people and any hiring... View More
My name is Jeffrey Burton and I'm a conflicted felon csc3 and I'm having trouble finding a job
answered on Oct 23, 2023
I don't see why not. Unfortunately, some employers and licensing authorities may take issue with your charge.
My vehicle was searched due to a tribal police officer driving from an hour away to do an outside sniff of the car. I am not tribal and it was not on the reservation. They also broke open a lockbox. I am on parole but my wife is not and was in the car.
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answered on Oct 23, 2023
Tribal law enforcement's jurisdiction outside of reservation land is limited. In general, tribal police do not have inherent authority to enforce state laws on state lands unless there's a specific agreement or deputization in place. Michigan, like other states, may have agreements that... View More
Nothing stolen, car window broken w/ knife (confrontation over past incident of fraud/assault)
answered on Oct 1, 2023
Are there two victims? I could see these charges with two or more victims. Would be impossible to tell without seeing police report.
My friend is greencard holder and at a party he tried to kiss a girl, the girl was fine at that time and didn’t say anything but now he is being charged with assault and battery. His lawyer doesn’t seem like is of help and almost seem like he wants my friend to get in trouble. Can this charge... View More
answered on Sep 27, 2023
Possibly. The question your friend's lawyer is concerned with is whether an assault happened; he or she is not trying to get him in more trouble than he's already in, but must deal with and confront your friend with the facts that may come out at trial.
That lawyer, that judge,... View More
Due to the mental health of the respondent there is a significant likelihood that the person would be violent or use traumatizing language as well as appeal in hopes of spending more legitimate time with the victims.
answered on Sep 12, 2023
In most counties, there are victim / witness services coordinators that can help address these concerns. A victim's right to be protected is sometimes in conflict with an accused' right to confront witnesses. But there are ways. And importantly, judges have contempt powers that can be... View More
This is a non-domestic PPO and we need protection from stalking, sexual harrasment and cyberstalking.
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answered on Sep 11, 2023
If you need assistance with obtaining or defending against a Personal Protection Order (PPO) in a non-domestic context, particularly in cases involving stalking, sexual harassment, and cyberstalking, it's advisable to seek the expertise of a civil litigation attorney, a civil rights attorney,... View More
it’s for prisoner possesses contraband when they took me to jail for an owi i had pills in my bra
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answered on Aug 23, 2023
If you have a felony on your record that you wish to have expunged in Michigan, it's advisable to consider consulting with an attorney who specializes in criminal law or expungement. While the decision ultimately depends on your specific circumstances, having legal guidance can be beneficial.... View More
answered on Aug 25, 2023
A Michigan attorney could answer best, but your question remains open for two weeks. It could depend on the context. In some cases, the paperwork can include legal filings to place a denied claim into suit if an insurance carrier will not pay a legitimate claim. But this is only a general... View More
And the guards refused to let him and tell him if he does so write him a ticket. Is that against the inmates rights?
answered on Aug 10, 2023
I think if something were to happen now, there's possible liability on the prison. Whether a denial of protective custody at this juncture is appropriate is very much a fact-dependent question. Prisons do not need to just place someone in protective custody just because they ask. Usually,... View More
Less than 50 grams
answered on Aug 4, 2023
I don't think you can accurately infer a potential sentence from the bond in cases like this. Bond is intended to ensure 1) the person will show up to court, and 2) community safety. In more serious offenses of course it's presumed community safety is at risk (e.g. murder). It is not,... View More
answered on Jul 17, 2023
Depends on whether sentencing happened. Either way, you can ask, but a judge does not have to allow it.
"Reversal" is actually asking to withdraw your plea. If you do, the case does not go away. You effectively go back to "Square One" - facing trial as-charged with all... View More
Review or court for additional charges added while incarcerated
answered on Jul 17, 2023
Yes. But in the end, it doesn't really matter as all it takes is one probation violation.
The first time in prison he had gun charges so he had to serve an automatic 5 years and therefore disqualified him. This is his 2nd time going to prison. His home was raided and a half gram of meth was found, they were going to charge him with 56gm because they count the weight of everything with... View More
answered on Jul 6, 2023
By the way you ended your question, it sounds like you also have a realistic sense of the outcome. MDOC policy says that only first-time prisoners are eligible for SAI consideration. But policy is not law. And ultimately, it's MDOC's call. I would say for your well-being, you can always... View More
Recently I went online pretending to be the vice governor, I made up a name the person I used is not real, it's all a joke and I would never give out potentially dangerous information, I just want to know is this legal, can I get arrested
answered on Jul 25, 2023
A Michigan attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. A criminal attorney should advise on this, to prevent any violation of laws involving impersonation or related crimes. Good luck
i have been assigned attorney john g. zevalking but do not know if he will continue with my case. i do alot of the research and filing myself also. i am innocent of the charge i was convicted of and need help with appeals or with place to do research.
answered on Jun 28, 2023
Are you looking to hire someone, or just looking for advice?
Not sure how I can be charged we that why there are 2 counts is because there was 2 officers present my girlfriend called them on me for domestic violence when she's the one that bit me and wouldn't release when I asked her to so yes I had to slap her to get her to release then she was... View More
answered on Jun 28, 2023
The devil is always in the details. Here, I suspect the police are going to testify that they issued commands to stop, etc. Hopefully there's body cams to support what you're saying about that.
The two counts of R&O would likely come from two officers present, HOWEVER, that... View More
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