Anniversary of Birth Critical for Juvenile Sentencing
One of the most important aspects of any criminal proceeding involving a minor is determining his official age in the eyes of the court. Whether the accused is a juvenile or adult has immeasurable...
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New legislation passed by Michigan lawmakers has expanded the number of opportunities for those searching for the expungement of their criminal records. House Bill 4186 is headed to the governor’s desk...
View ArticleTerrorist Threats under Michigan Law Not Limited to Acts of War
Over the last 14 years, the definition of “terrorist” has broadened significantly. Now a mere verbal threat that has nothing to do with international relations can qualify as an act of terrorism under...
View ArticleReform for Juvenile Prosecution Policy Stalls in Michigan Legislature
Juvenile offenders charged with crimes in Michigan do not always face criminal prosecution. If they are placed on the juvenile consent calendar, no formal plea enters the court record and the offender...
View ArticleCOA Panel Splits on Admissibility of Police Officers’ False Statements in...
Police officers are charged with the duty of upholding the law; however, there are times when officers are accused of breaking it. The Disclosures by Law Enforcement Officers Act is in place to...
View ArticleAnniversary of Birth Critical for Juvenile Sentencing
One of the most important aspects of any criminal proceeding involving a minor is determining his official age in the eyes of the court. Whether the accused is a juvenile or adult has immeasurable...
View ArticleNew Laws Provide Opportunities for Criminal Record Expungement
New legislation passed by Michigan lawmakers has expanded the number of opportunities for those searching for the expungement of their criminal records. House Bill 4186 is headed to the governor’s desk...
View ArticleTerrorist Threats under Michigan Law Not Limited to Acts of War
Over the last 14 years, the definition of “terrorist” has broadened significantly. Now a mere verbal threat that has nothing to do with international relations can qualify as an act of terrorism under...
View ArticleReform for Juvenile Prosecution Policy Stalls in Michigan Legislature
Juvenile offenders charged with crimes in Michigan do not always face criminal prosecution. If they are placed on the juvenile consent calendar, no formal plea enters the court record and the offender...
View ArticleCOA Panel Splits on Admissibility of Police Officers’ False Statements in...
Police officers are charged with the duty of upholding the law; however, there are times when officers are accused of breaking it. The Disclosures by Law Enforcement Officers Act is in place to protect...
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