The following topics are covered in this article: Criminal cases are pursued by “the state” or “government”, not by the alleged victim. The prosecutor represents “the state” or “government”. Once a domestic violence case is charged against someone, the alleged victim may be powerless to get it dropped or dismissed.…
“Assault with a Dangerous Weapon” – Up to 4 Years in prison Defending Domestic Violence, Assault with a Dangerous Weapon, Assault by Strangulation in Macomb County As you read through this, it is important for you to know that ALL criminal charges are pursued by “THE GOVERNMENT”. It is the…
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…
CPL Eligibility in Michigan It’s a felony in Michigan to carry a concealed pistol on your person or in a motor vehicle without a CPL. However, if you meet the legal requirements, you are entitled to obtain a license to carry a concealed pistol (CPL). An applicant for a Michigan…
Michigan citizens are serious about their Second Amendment firearm gun rights We are living in an unprecedented time. On top of the Covid-19 global pandemic, there are racial tensions, social unrest, unemployment, pandemic lockdown measures, social isolation and tumultuous politics. All of this friction is making people feel nervous, frustrated…
Imaginary lines in space decide many of the rights and obligations of American life. These boundary lines have tremendous effects on our sense of self and to whom we feel connected. Far more than just emotional and psychological consequences flow from where we live and how we identify. (Read…
What you can expect if you are involved in a criminal, drunk driving or traffic matter in the Cities of Warren & Centerline Our publications explore criminal and drunk driving issues within the realm of our law firm’s expertise. We have the distinction of practicing criminal law longer than…
The city of St. Clair Shores, in Macomb County, is nestled between Lake St. Clair along its entire easterly border and I-94 running alongside its western border. The 40th District Court has jurisdiction over legal matters that arise in the City of St. Clair Shores that include the following: Misdemeanor…
Consequences of a felony conviction Being accused or charged with any crime, misdemeanor or felony, is a serious matter requiring the expertise of a criminal defense lawyer. A felony is defined as an offense that can carry more than 1 year in jail up to life in prison. If the…
NOT GUILTY BY REASON OF SELF-DEFENSE! Oftentimes clients call confused as to why they are being charged with domestic violence or an assault crime (assault and battery, aggravated assault, assault by strangulation, assault with a deadly weapon ) when they believe that they were acting in self-defense. A police response…
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