I'm confused...1st offense owi. No prior record I want a court appointed attorney but before I ask I have to say I'm NOT GUILTY

I cannot stress how important it is for you to have an experienced OWI lawyer represent you. If you cannot afford one, then please make sure you...

My wife and I are living in separate homes. she has applied for food stamps. Will the state come after me for child support?

Yes, if she applied for aid, then a Custody or Paternity Complaint will be filed on her behalf. I would kindly but strongly recommend you stop...

I recently got a speeding ticket and I do not want this going on my record so I plan on fighting it. What should I do?

You have a tough case. The best chance for you to keep this off your record is to retain an experienced criminal defense attorney to represent...

I am dating a 14 year old and I am 17. When I turn 18, she'll be 15. Is our relationship going to be illegal?

Age of consent (age by which you're allowed to have sex) in Michigan is 16, unless you are in a position of authority or control over the other...

Are there children involved? If so, many Judges will require the litigants to "wait out" the 6 month waiting period before finalizing the divorce....

I received a ticket for impeding traffic stop sign. It says on W Troy St and Allen on the ticket,. What should I say in court?

Impeding Traffic is a zero point ticket that is not reported to the Secretary of State. It is the "Holy Grail" in traffic law, that many lawyers...

Judge said I was responsible to make mortgage payments until house sold, House awarded ex, to ex I did not. What happens next?

Has the Judge ruled on the Order/Judgment that was submitted under the 7 day rule yet? Judgments of Divorce are VERY important documents, like a...

“I was told that I need to file sole custody for my unborn child. Is this so? The father has not involvement in my life or plans

It is almost always best to have written Court Orders and Judgments to clearly define the Parents' respective rights and obligations. You are...

Is there any way that I can have the divorce process continued?

You could file the Return of Service/Acknowledgement of Service on your own with the Court Clerk, and then also file and serve your wife with what...

How do I get an accurate criminal background check on a person - there are many sites but most want your money with no results

One of the best searches I know of in Michigan is through the State Police (NOT "ichat"). However, if you are requesting someone else's history,...