Ingham County Sherriff Believes Legalizing Recreational Marijuana Will Increase Crime Rate

Legalizing recreational marijuana is one of the most talked about topics in many states today. With nine states having already legalized the “drug” for recreational use so far, many others now allow their residents to consume marijuana on…

Detroit Police Arrest Cannabis Cultivation Employees, Judge Dismisses Criminal Charges

After a cannabis cultivation business “had done its due diligence in acquiring local zoning approval and a temporary operations permit” to be able to cultivate cannabis, Detroit police decided to arrest six workers at the facility, confiscate…

Study Reveals Divorced Women “May Not be as Badly Off as Previously Feared” in Terms of Their Financial Wellbeing

Many people often think that after they finalize their divorce, they are going to be struggling much more financially than they were when they were married, especially women. While it makes sense that a household with two working individuals…

Have You Had Your Property Seized by Police Without Being Charged or Convicted of a Crime?

If so, you may need a Lansing, Michigan criminal defense attorney to help you get your property back. If you have been pulled over by police in Michigan and had some or all of your properly taken, yet you weren’t charged with a crime, you…

What are the Penalties for Breaking and Entering in the State of Michigan?

When you enter a property or business without permission that is not open to the public, you are considered to be breaking and entering or entering without breaking. In fact, if you enter any type of dwelling that is valued at $100 or more without…

Do You Think Marijuana Should Be Legalized in Michigan?

Like most people, you probably have your own opinion on whether marijuana should be legalized for recreational use in the state of Michigan. The fact is, legalizing marijuana has been the topic of discussion for some time now and several states…

How are Assets Divided in a Michigan Divorce?

When a couple decides to go their separate ways, before their divorce can be finalized, one of the most important things that need to be done, apart from determining how child custody will be awarded, is determine how their assets are going…

Understanding Jury Deliberations

Thousands of arrests are made on a daily basis all across the U.S. and many of these individuals are required to have their case taken before a judge shortly after being detained. In some cases, a jury is also required to be present and this…

Wrongful Arrests are More Common than You Think

In 2015, 149 individuals were exonerated for crimes they didn’t commit according to a report that was published by the National Registry of Exonerations. Unfortunately, there are plenty of other individuals who have been arrested for a crime…

What is a Typical Day Like in Divorce Court?

Couples enter into divorce courts on a constant basis throughout the state of Michigan attempting to end their relationship and find a common ground to agree on as to who gets what and how their assets are going to be split. These are some of…

Why is Hiring a Child Custody Attorney Crucial to Your Case?

Child custody is one of the many obstacles parents have to overcome when they separate or divorce. The trouble is, when the divorce is contested, it often results in parents fighting over custody and how much is awarded to each individual. Sometimes,…

What are Michigan’s Laws Concerning Possession of Marijuana?

While Michigan has yet to adopt any law that permits individuals to use or carry marijuana for recreational use legally, it is legal for those who possess a valid prescription to use the drug. The use of marijuana is becoming more and more common…