There is little "science" to setting bonds. In some jurisdictions, initial bond is based on a "pre-bond" report. Unless you can show something substantial that was not contemplated by that report, bond will likely continue as-is.

$250,000 is on the high end for a... View More

For purposes of just getting straight to the point: your first sentence ("Currently charged with my second offense") sort of tells the story.

Nothing will happen until you are arraigned; there is likely a warrant out for your arrest and so it would benefit you to address that now... View More

If you are approaching trial, and one with a gag order in place, you need an attorney right now. There is a saying: "a person who represents themselves has a fool for a client". Attorneys hire other attorneys to represent them in trials. Don't go this alone or try to piece meal... View More

An expungment is of the convicted charge; it does not matter what a person was originally charged with.

What is the question? I don't doubt you were being followed, and the police were just looking for reason to charge you with something. Whether it's "harassment" really depends on whether they had legal reasons to stop you each time. It sounds like they did, at least for the time... View More

Something unusual is happening here...I'm wondering if he has been actually arraigned on these charges as opposed to just being picked up on a parole violation. If he was arraigned, he would have needed to consent to waiving the 21-day rule by this point, or waived his prelim. Making matters... View More

I don't think you have a valid claim to sue the state for sending you to prison on an adult conviction. Many people under 18 are incarcerated in prisons in Michigan as well as just about every other state.

Not something you'd ideally want to contend with in a parenting time dispute. That said, the court's focus is on what's best for the child. Unless there is something about the conviction or psych evaluation that impacts parenting, it should not be a big deal as long as ongoing... View More

Family law is civil in nature and not subject to the more stringent criminal law standards. How are the photos relevant? That should be the focus of your fight now.

No. However the information is likely to show up on the background check.

Not true at all. The case is likely being prosecuted by the local city attorney's office instead of the county prosecutor. We call it a difference between "city charges" and "state cases". That said, it's still a criminal misdemeanor once convicted.

Breath. Understandably, you've never been in criminal trouble before and are imagining the worse possible scenarios. You will likely not see any jail time, and so long as you are otherwise financially qualified, will remain free to buy a house. And if something like a single misdemeanor retail... View More

First, be mindful that there are a lot of telephone scams going around claiming to be from law enforcement, and ultimately demanding money or personal information. If the person left a name and a phone number, contact the police department to see if it's legit. If it is, tell them you'll... View More

Double jeopardy involves having to answer for the same conduct twice. Larceny from a building and larceny by conversion involve different elements (i.e. one does not involve having to prove anything from taken from a building) - see Blockburger Test.

You may have an estoppel issue with... View More

Not sure why they would be illegal for her to send them to you if they are in fact her's. A prisoner can send or receive most any mail that is not deemed contraband. It would be contraband for her to possess other prisoners' legal work. "Legal mail" refers to the process by... View More

Unfortunately, no, unless you are wanting criminal charges filed against her - which may become your only option at some point.

If you have the resources, you should look into counseling, perhaps even inpatient.

Depends on whether there was any communication or solicitation. If there is any doubt as to age, you should not be exchanging pictures.

Maintaining a drug house, probably. Likely, the narcotics team had been watching the house for some time, or has a confidential informant who has provided information as to who frequents the house.

There are a few charges the police could pursue - tampering is one that doesn't necessarily require damage. The question is whether the police, and prosecutor, will find this a matter to pursue. Only time will tell, unfortunately.

Not sure with the facts given, but I would suspect venue may be proper in Monroe if that's where your mother in law lives and it's alleged that's where you obtained her identifying information.