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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Michigan on
Q: Can a felon with a csc3 become an over the road driver

My name is Jeffrey Burton and I'm a conflicted felon csc3 and I'm having trouble finding a job

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Oct 23, 2023

I don't see why not. Unfortunately, some employers and licensing authorities may take issue with your charge.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes, Legal Malpractice and Traffic Tickets for Michigan on
Q: Is it legal while an inmate is on a commitment to issue multiple warrants for probation violations on days scheduled for

Review or court for additional charges added while incarcerated

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Jul 17, 2023

Yes. But in the end, it doesn't really matter as all it takes is one probation violation.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Federal Crimes and Health Care Law for Michigan on
Q: Any lawyers in Michigan willing to take a case against Modivcare (Medicaid nemt transportation).

This case may end up in federal court

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 10, 2023

A Michigan attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. It could be difficult for attorneys here to offer their services to you - the forum isn't set up like a referral service. The format is Q & A. If you've already been searching, you could supplement your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Michigan on
Q: How do I get my Husband case remove off the internet as this is causing turmoil in my family

Derik Rothrock can this please be removed

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Apr 26, 2023

Simple answer is you can't. Criminal cases are a matter of public record. Is your husband convicted or charged and acquitted? Even if acquitted, court filings are generally available to the public.

1 Answer | Asked in Cannabis & Marijuana Law and Federal Crimes for Michigan on
Q: I mailed two small tins of cannabis salve to my sister in another state. Just received message package seized my law

Mailed because she broke her hip and in pain

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Apr 22, 2023

Not sure what your question is, but marijuana and it's byproducts are still largely unlawful under federal law, hence probably the USPS response you received.

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Michigan on
Q: I live in Michigan I entered in to a contract with a client for 6 hours . After the first meeting that lasted 1 1/2 hour

a check was written, contract (stating non refundable $780) was signed. After check was deposited, the client cancelled the check. is this a civil case or a federal case?

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Jan 11, 2023

It's a contract case. State case; small claims actually. Your damages are $780, and maybe any fees your bank charged you.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Michigan on
Q: i got a felony in michigan for R&O. But i don’t have a criminal background. Will i go to prison?

I got the police called on me for refusing to leave a company’s property. The police showed up and were just going to write me a ticket for underage drinking. I was talking disrespectfully to the officer as he was writing my ticket. The officer then took action and tried to cuff me. I pulled my... View More

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Jan 4, 2023

Any charge can be dropped, but charges initiated by police contact are the least likely to be dropped. The good news is without a criminal history, you're unlikely to face much if any jail time, let alone prison. The bad news is that anytime a cop runs your name, it's going to come back... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Legal Malpractice for Michigan on
Q: The Prosecutors Office has refused to charge the complainant on my case with 2 serious crimes. What is going on? Legal?

These are not related to me. The first was a DV offense where she kicked a pregnant woman in the stomach two years ago. 3.5 months ago she was pulled over with superdrunk 3rd DUI(Felony). In both cases she was arrested, Warrants were requested by police, but the prosecutors office ignored them on... View More

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Oct 21, 2022

Charging decisions are wholly within the prosecutor's discretion. Regarding the DV offense, if it was two years ago, I think it's a foregone conclusion what the prosecutor thinks of that. Could be witness issues, and apparently the pregnant woman hasn't been in the prosecutor's... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Employment Law and Federal Crimes for Michigan on
Q: Can a person with a 24 year old Felony work in a store, Walmart, that sells guns??

I am in Michigan and was convicted of a felony in 1998. Great bodily harm less than murder. I know that it is up to the individual companies, but wondering if there is any law, state or federal , that would prevent me from working there.

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Sep 28, 2022

Working there? I don't think so. Probably not in the gun section. You should look into, at the very least, restoring your gun rights, though.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Federal Crimes for Michigan on
Q: Kidnapping victim & perp live in different states, where should the victim file the complaint?

If the victim & perpetrator live in different states but were both in the same state at the time, where should the victim lodge a complaint, in which state's court should I file and is it still considered a federal crime if the crime didn't cross state lines?

I was visiting... View More

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Aug 22, 2022

You should contact Detroit police. Frankly, I'm not sure what they are going to do with a three year old complaint.

1 Answer | Asked in Federal Crimes for Michigan on
Q: Is it cyberstalking if my friend looks at my ex boyfriends Facebook account and sends screenshots of stuff he posts 2 me
Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Jul 18, 2022

Likely not. Are you wanting this information? If you don't, you can tell your friend to stop. But generally, if your ex-boyfriend if posting stuff publicly on Facebook, it's there for the taking.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Michigan on
Q: I got change with A&B in Montcalm and have to take class for a sas mrt it is for drugs when I didn't get busted

And I am on probation for 24m and I get SSI and they try to say I have to get a job when it court order

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Jun 27, 2022

Often, terms of probation will include substance abuse or mental health treatment even if not a part of the sentencing offense. The rationale is that even if you didn't get busted for drugs, substance abuse probably played a role in the assault.

An alternative to an employment...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights and Federal Crimes for Michigan on
Q: I was convicted of “misdemeanor aggravated assault” on 7/31/2014. When will I be able to purchase a firearm?

Besides this assault charge from 2014 and a 1-5 over speeding ticket I have no record. Today(6/7/2022) I went to purchase a firearm and the background check was “delayed”. I’m just wondering when or even if I will be allowed to purchase and own a firearm. State of Michigan.

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Jun 8, 2022

You should be allowed to purchase firearms with a misdemeanor UNLESS it's a form of domestic violence. The delay is likely to fact-check that.

1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Criminal Law, Family Law and Federal Crimes for Michigan on
Q: I need to know how to go about reporting child abuse

It is extreme mental emotional and phycological abuse, as well as neglect.

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on May 26, 2022

Call Child Protective Services.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Michigan on
Q: What is the definition between felony murder and aggravated murder?

When someone punches another in the face, reportedly triggering a seizure and the individual dies does this constitute murder?

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on May 13, 2022

There are several statutory forms of murder: 1st degree / felony murder, second degree murder, voluntary manslaughter, and involuntary manslaughter. The facts of the case determine the degree.

In the fact scenario you provided, the person could be charged with involuntary manslaughter,...
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1 Answer | Asked in Public Benefits, Federal Crimes and Small Claims for Michigan on
Q: A school administrative building was throwing out their chairs and desks. Is it illegal to take one?
Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on May 3, 2022

I think the safest course of action would be to contact the school and ask.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Michigan on
Q: My son is in a federal courts and no one is telling me if he's ok I haven't heard from him in a month. How can I find hi

He was the one from prison who done the fake anthraxs to the judge I know he done wrong but I am worried he had tried to commit suicide once before and just to know he is ok I still love my son I don't appreciate his behavior.

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Apr 11, 2022

What jail or prison is he being held in? You can contact that facility. They probably won't tell you specifics but they may pass along a request that your son contact you. Or you can explain the situation and request that a chaplain or someone check up on him.

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Federal Crimes for Michigan on
Q: Can police,courts and prosecutors be charged with violating oath of office and citizens constitutional rights?

Violations of 2nd,4th,6th and 8th under the bill of rights. Illegal search and seizure, destroying evidence, dereliction of duty, excessive force and death threats and much more.

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Feb 14, 2022

Police, courts, and prosecutors have various levels of governmental immunity that makes it extremely hard to sue them without a clear and very intentional violation.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Michigan on
Q: If you're in trouble federally would the fbi send you a letter in regular mail saying you are target of an investigation

And the letter say to come to their office 2 plus hours away and bring a lawyer with in the next 2 years or they may issue a warrant?

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Feb 1, 2022

2 years? It's entirely plausible for the FBI or any of the other "3-letter organizations" to reach out to you and let you know you are a target of investigation to secure your cooperation. There are also a lot of scams out there.

Do you have reason to believe you would be...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Wrongful Death for Michigan on
Q: Why would the death certificate be pending, when the Post Mortem Report listed "clozapine toxicity"?

He went into cardiac arrest after being drugged and assaulted. He was a legally incapacitated adult.

Brent T. Geers
Brent T. Geers
answered on Jan 4, 2022

Death certificates are administrative, and may show more than what an autopsy determines. It's reasonable to expect some lag time.

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