Michigan Criminal Lawyer BlogMAP OF MACOMB COUNTY DISTRICT COURTS In 2019, Over 8,000 crimes reported in the cities of Eastpointe, Fraser and Roseville Eastpointe and Roseville Courts: Bulging Criminal, Drunk Driving and Traffic Dockets The 38th District Court (known as the Eastpointe Court) and the 39th District Court (known as the Roseville Court), are neighboring district courts in […]
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Most Prevalent Misdemeanors in Macomb County District Courts: OWI, Domestic Violence, Retail Fraud, DWLS, Disorderly Conduct
Macomb County District Courts: Thousands of Misdemeanor Arrests Every Year in Macomb County This feature article gives our followers the big picture on the topic of misdemeanors in Macomb County and is based upon our experience handling more than 10,000 criminal cases in Michigan. Misdemeanor cases are handled in the local district courts for each […]
Probation: Modification of Conditions or Early Termination In Macomb County District and Circuit Courts
In Michigan, when an individual is sentenced for a crime, the Court may place the person on probation for a specified term. The maximum term of probation that may be imposed for a misdemeanor is 2 years and 5 years for most felony cases. All persons convicted of a felony are monitored by the probation […]
Macomb County OWI Guide: by Local OWI Attorneys
Macomb County: 2,000 Arrests Per Year for Driving Under the Influence We know that you didn’t intentionally set out to get charged with drunk driving. You’re in the right place if you are looking for straight answers about a drunk driving matter (OWI, Super Drunk Driving) that occurs anywhere in Macomb County. This guide has […]
Getting Retail Fraud Cases Dismissed in Macomb County!
In a recent Wall Street Journal Article Judge Thomas Boyd, who handles misdemeanor cases in Ingham County, Michigan, said “he sometimes finds himself arguing with defendants who seem too eager to admit wrongdoing without consulting a lawyer.” The crime of shoplifting is covered under the umbrella of the Michigan Retail Fraud statutes. Retail fraud is […]
Frequent Drunk Driving Topics, Consequences for 1st, 2nd, 3rd Offense, Refusing Chemical Test
Introduction This ABDO LAW publication is based upon our extensive experience handling drunk driving cases in all Macomb County District Courts. 37th District: Warren, Centerline 38th District: Eastpointe 39th District: Roseville, Fraser 40th District: St. Clair Shores 41-A District: Sterling Heights 41-A District: Shelby Township, Macomb Township, Utica 41-B District: Clinton Township, Harrison Township, Mount Clemens 42-1 […]
Everything You Want to Know About Pretrial Conferences & Probable Cause Conferences in Macomb County
ABDO LAW has several publications dedicated to “frequently asked criminal law questions and topics”. This publication is committed to the topic of pretrial conferences and probable cause conferences in Macomb County District Courts. The signficance of pretrial conferences and probable cause cannot be ignored. The vast majority of criminal cases are resolved by a plea bargain […]
Hit & Run? What to do if you leave the scene of an accident
Leaving the scene of an accident is a crime in Michigan The dos and don’ts if you are faced with hit and run for leaving the scene of an accident! A traffic crash is a traumatic event. We know from our experience as Macomb County criminal defense lawyers that an individual may leave the scene […]
Beating Traffic Tickets in Macomb, Oakland & Wayne Counties
Matthew S. Abdo & Cy M. Abdo What is the difference between criminal traffic tickets and civil infractions? Traffic offenses are classified as non-criminal or criminal. A non-criminal traffic violation is called a “civil infraction”. Civil infractions do not carry any jail and do not go on an offender’s criminal record. A fine is often […]
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Possession or sale of drug paraphernalia is a crime in Michigan Possession or sale of drug paraphernalia is a criminal offense in Michigan. A person may be charged with the offense “possession of drug paraphernalia” even though the person does not possess any drugs at the same time. Most items the law considers drug […]