Missed tests are often considered to be failed, or positive tests, for violation purposes. It would be better to have a lawyer explain the...

Could a 17 year old be charged with trespassing if they entered their estranged fathers house (unlocked) to retrieve a gift?

Based on the facts you provided, he could be charged for Trespass under MCL 750.552(1)(a). On the other hand, if he is charged with Illegal Entry...

What should I do in this trespassing case?

At any arraignment, you should plead "not guilty" or stand mute. At the pretrial conference, the prosecutor may offer a plea to be taken under...

In Pre-Exams, can prosecutors use affidavits with the wrong name, wrong time, and no signature for a warrant & bind over

At a preliminary examination, the rules of evidence apply which limits the People from using hearsay evidence absent an exception. As a practical...

Once you were in custody and handcuffed, the officers could seize only that which was in plain sight. An arrest warrant does not authorize the...

Is it ok for a cop to pull you over out of his jurisdiction if he clocked me on a dividing line between cities

Michigan law provides that an officer may follow and a violator he has witnessed commit an offense, even if the stop occurs outside of the...

An immigration attorney should be consulted regarding the relationship between federal and state law. Generally in Michigan courts, a retail fraud...

Can I get rid of a FTA on A minor in possesion of alcohlol (from 10 yrs ago) without going to court again?

Generally speaking, failing to appear for a criminal proceeding will result in a bench warrant being issued. The defendant is required to surrender...

Is there a statute of limitations on misdemeanor unpaid check?

The general criminal statute of limitations is six years, but that is to say the charge must be filed within six years of the offense date. As...

What should I do regarding turning myself in for a failure to appear warrant?

You should be represented by counsel. In any event, call ahead to find out if a bond amount has been set. Remember, your failure to appear...