Under 769.4a there is no adjudication of guilt unless you violate the terms. If there is a violation the conviction will enter. Here is a link to...

I am sorry to hear about your situation. Will your parents consent to your godmother having guardianship. This is a good compromise option for...

Sexual assault allegations are very serious. More than likely there will be a dual investigation meaning that protective services and the police...

How should we proceed?

Is he charged yet? During the course of discovery (after he is arraigned) the prosecutor will turn over the investigation and your brother will be...

What can I do to have my probation officer or court terminate my probation earlier than the violation of probation date?

Your situation is not uncommon. You need to realize that domestic violence is a huge issue for judges and non-compliance with probation in that...

My rights were terminated about 9 years ago. My wife is having a baby will I be able to be on birth certificate?

You can be on the birth certificate, however, protective services may be notified. In order for PS to take action however, there must be a...

When you LIKE a person's post on Facebook is that considered making CONTACT with that person?

In Michigan, when any judge issues a no-contact provision as a condition of bond or a personal protection order, it is defined and includes...

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In Michigan, children are required to be in car seats, regardless of who is driving or who owns the car or who has the car seats until the child...

Should my friend hire an attorney?

This is a question that bewilders me always. If your sink was leaking all over the floor would you ask if you should hire a plumber. Where...