Will anyone answer my email of 11/15/2015? What are my chances when taking a repairman who ruined my floor to small claims court

You're chances are decent, especially if you have before and after photos. When you file a small claim action, typically a court will set a status...

What are the "current" statutes of limitations in the state of Michigan for the following offenses?

I believe the SOL is 6 years, excepting murder and child criminal sexual assault. Yes, the SOL can be tolled when: the warrant issued, the...

My boyfriend appeal case was submitted to the judge panel today (criminal case)

My experience, the Court of Appeals may take up to a year or more to decide a case. I have never had a response within a week or two. Not ever. ...

Who do I contact about any information?

In my experience, of course depending on the misdemeanor charge, a jurisdiction will not extradite for a minor matter. The prison typically waits...

My sister was told she needs a "writ" to be released from the detention center in Detroit. What is a writ?

A writ can also be issued by a judge for the release of an individual awaiting a bond hearing to an attorney. For instance, an uncharged...

Was the search legal?

There was not a search, really. A search requires state action. In this case, it was your parents, not law enforcement, therefore, no state...

Is a person who wittnesd the defendant in a criminal prosecution in possession of items from the crime considerd a res gestae

I had this issue at trial recently. My client was charged with a single event, single day. The investigation of the 1-day misdemeanor crossed...

Trial is the answer to your question. A falsely-accused defendant can only exonerate himself at trial. That being said, there are other...

The deal does not have to be in writing provided it is placed on the record. The court does not have to accept the terms of a plea bargain, so if...