Michigan Criminal Lawyer BlogThe Abdo Law Firm, established more than 40 years ago, prides itself on personal service, professionalism, empathy, and most importantly RESULTS. The purpose of this blog is to share some notable success stories that our office has had since Matthew Abdo has joined the Firm. In all of our cases, hundreds a year, we fight […]
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Part 2: The Court Process: First Offense Drunk Driving Cases In Macomb County, Michigan
Most drunk driving (DUI or OWI) cases in Macomb County are resolved without trial. The vast majority of first offense drunk driving (DUI or OWI) cases can be negotiated to the lower offense, such as operating while impaired, unless there are policy reasons which prohibit the prosecuting attorney from plea bargaining. Our attorneys will be […]
Dealing With the Probation Department Prior to Sentencing In Michigan Criminal Cases
Your First Contact with the Probation Department If you are convicted of a a Michigan Criminal offense, your first contact with probation will occur after you are found guilty. In felony cases, the Judge is required to order a presentence report which is prepared by the probation department. In misdemeanor cases, a presentence report is […]
Everything you need to know about: Offer to Engage or Solicitation of Prostitute in Detroit
Police Sting Operation is Behind Most Cases of Offer to Engage – Solicitation of Prostitute in Detroit Pursuant to Michigan law, it is illegal to offer another person money for a sexual act. In the City of Detroit, the offense of offer to engage (OTE) another person for an act of prostitution carries a […]
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 […]
Michigan Driver License Appeals before the OHAO
License Revocations and Appeals to the OHAO: I wanted to use this post as a forum to reflect on my vast experience handling driver license appeals with the Michigan Department of State, Office of Hearings and Administrative Oversight (OHAO). The OHAO was formerly called the Driver License Appeal Division or DLAD. The OHAO is the […]
Public Policy Reasons Make it Difficult to Get Domestic Violence Cases Dismissed
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. The prosecutor is reluctant to […]
Everything you need to know about the 44th District Court in Royal Oak
Royal Oak is a great place to live, work or visit. The City of Royal Oak is centrally located in Oakland County with a wide range of restaurants, bars and boutiques. Royal Oak gets its share of visitors from just about everywhere including from out of state and Canada. Royal has a vibrant downtown which […]
Defending Domestic Violence, Assault with a Dangerous Weapon, Assault by Strangulation in Macomb County
“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 ALWAYS “the state” that prosecutes […]