if your conviction is CSC 4 contrary to MCL 750.520e, you're actually a tier I offender. This means you can petition to discountinue sex offender...

Is it legal to have a baby if I'm 16 and my partner is 19

As the other attorneys make clear, no issue if baby conceived when you were 16 -- because you can legally consent. If the conception date was while...

My son was arrested for possession of marijuana

Before you do anything, do not discuss this case any further with your son over the phone; it's all recorded and can be used against him in court....

Conversations online are one thing, but actual sexting can land you in real trouble, like 20-year felony kind of trouble. For example: If you...

Will the judge send me to jail, if I don't pay my fine, by or on the day of sentencing?

According to the Michigan court rules, the fines and costs are due when assessed, except when court allows otherwise, for good cause shown. The...

Arraignments are only for criminal cases. It's where the judge or magistrate tells you the charges against you, possible penalties, and sets a...

Can a lawyer cancel the plea bargain made by the prosecutor once it has been accepted by the Defense Attn, Prosecutor and judge?

As other counsel correctly pointed out, your plea agreement--if placed on the record--cannot be withdrawn without a motion; that is to say: it's...

Is there a time deadline on how on how long it takes to be charged with a new crime on a parole violation

A parole violation does not necessarily mean there's a new crime, although it may mean that. By simply violating any of the numerous conditions of...

Probation for first time felony

Probation is often possible for a first time offender -- even on a felony charge. But if you're signing off on a plea agreement which specifically...

Even if there's not a no contact order, you may still likely be prohibited from associating with other felons. I don't think you'll have an issue...