What are the rules on sending texts that are sexuall between a 17 and 15 year old?

Like the other attorneys, I would caution against continuing any of this. A picture is realistically the next step, which opens the door to a...

In every city / village I am aware of, it is at least a civil infraction to operate a bicycle at night without a light. It is a safety issue...

Can I volunteer time labor (cleaning, cooking etc) at my local jail or court house in Allegan county to pay off my fines?

I have never dealt with that issue directly with the judges in Allegan County, however I know that in Kalamazoo County a large chunk of fines /...

He pleaded guilty because we could not afford a trial she is now in the same jail for domestic violence her third time and drug

I don't mean this the wrong way, but I will say what I routinely say to clients (both court appointed and retained): At the end of the day, a jury...

If a case was closed, can it just be re-opened or does something else have to happen?

Yes charges can still be issued in the matter, unless the case was "dismissed w/ prejudice" which realistically I am sure it was not. As other...

Can I buy a gun and take a concealed weapons class if I have been charged with 2 3rd degree misdemeanors?

When you get to the CPL class a booklet will be handed out (which is also available online through the State of Michigan and elsewhere) which lays...

There is a common belief that "hearsay is not evidence". Hearsay in fact is often times evidence in a criminal trial - in fact I can't think of a...

How much trouble do you think im going to be in?

You are in felony trouble. This is a public forum. Don't make any more admissions. As the common phrase goes, it's time to "lawyer up". ...

How does a simple assault charge get turned into a unarmed robbery case?!?

Often times I am asked the question of "how can I be charged with this?" It is an important question, but it is not THE important question. He is...

Don't use the Holmes Youthful Trainee Act unless you have to. In Kalamazoo County, there is a Retail Fraud diversion program, which a few of the...