In Michigan, if I confront a thief in my garage and feel threatened, do I have the right to shoot him?

You would be guilty of first degree murder, and so would your wife. You would both spend the rest of your natural lives in prison with no...

What someone has been sentenced to prison But doesnt think they got a fair sentencing Can it be brought back into court

The only remedy available if all appeals are exhausted is to file a motion for relief from judgment, which would be heard by the sentencing judge....

Can i get a ccw

If your husband is a convicted felon, and it has not been more than three years since his conviction, he could've charged as a felon in possession...

What is the law in Michigan regarding grandparents rights

In limited circumstances, which don't appear to apply to your particular situation, a statute allows grandparents to petition for visitation....

Can an outside party request a paternity test?

Yes dhs/CPS absolutely can. Hypothetically.

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Recently caught with marijuana. What should I do next?

I agree with the other attorneys. As a student, it is imperative that you avoid a drug conviction because on addition to drivers license sanctions,...

My sister is charged with 2nd degree retail fraud this is her third conviction. Will there be jail and how long will that be?

If it's a second degree retail fraud based on the value of the property being greater than $200, and she has prior retail fraud convictions, it can...

Can my ex boyfriends parents force me to get a paternity test if my boyfriend and I have an affidavit of parentage?

I respectfully disagree. Under the 2012 Revocation of Paternity Act, your ex has standing to request genetic testing if he believes he is the...

Can my son's father get visitation rights if he has not seen my son in 10 months and has not paid any child support?

Support and visitation are two separate things. If he has not been legally deemed your son's father, he doesn't have an obligation to pay support....

Can cps take my baby

If you have prior terminations, DHS is required to file a petition when your baby is born, but the judge or referee is not required to authorize...