Michigan - Personal Protection Orders part 1
Sep 07, 2011
There are 2 types of Personal Protection Orders (PPOs) in Michigan, which are categorized based on the relationship between the Petitioner (the person seeking the PPO) and Respondent (the person who th...
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Michigan - Minor In Possession of Alcohol and Zero Tolerance Offenses
Sep 07, 2011
The Michigan Minor in Possession(MIP)law prohibits persons under 21 years from purchasing, attempting to puchase, consuming, attempting to consume, possessiing, or attempting to possess an alcoholic be...
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Michigan - Domestic Violence Allegations, Forms of Relief, and Possible Consequences
Sep 05, 2011
Michigan state law and many local ordinances punish assault or assault and battery as a misdemeanor offense subject to up to 93 days in jail and/or a maximum $500 (five hundred dollar) fine. The assaul...
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Removal Proceedings - Your Rights
Aug 30, 2011
A person (respondent)placed in removal proceedings at Immigration Court have several important rights which he or she can exercise.
1. Right to Retained Immigration Counsel - Pursuant to INA section ...
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Michigan - Failure to Pay Child Support - Possible Consequences
Aug 29, 2011
Failure to pay child support in Michigan can result in possible incarceration and criminal charges. In fact, Felony Non Payment of Child Support in Michigan carries a possible punishment of up to 4 yea...
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Michigan - Substance Abuse Assessments in Michigan Criminal Courts
Aug 26, 2011
In Michigan Courts, substance abuse assessments often are ordered by Circuit Court and District CourtJudges priorto sentencing a Defendant. The assements usually consist of interviews,drug testing, and...
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Michigal Criminal Law - Jury Selection
Aug 26, 2011
An individual charged with a criminal offense has the right to a jury trial under the United States and Michigan Constitutions. This is one of our most important rights as citizens, because the reason ...
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Michigan - Child Abuse Cases - Criminal Law Basic Information
Aug 26, 2011
Allegations in Michigan involving child abuse can be handled criminally, in family court, outside of court by child protective services, or a combination of any of these options. This legal guide will ...
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Child Abuse Criminal Cases in Michigan - Basic Information
Aug 26, 2011
Allegations in Michigan involving child abuse can be handled criminally, in family court, outside of court by child protective services, or a combination of any of these options. This legal guide will ...
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Child Abuse and Child Neglect - Your Parental Rights
Aug 26, 2011
Allegations in Michigan involving child neglect and child abuse cases can involve the prosecutor's office or the attorney general's office depending upon the jurisdiction. The allegations can be handle...
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