Criminal Law

  Stalking is a pattern of negative behavior directed at a specific person intended to make him or her fear for their safety.  This can occur in the course of a romantic relationship, after a break-up, or even from a total stranger pursuing their own unrequited...

  If someone steals an item of nominal value (e.g. less than $200.00) while it was sitting unattended on a table or counter, then they probably figure the worse that can happen if they are caught is a misdemeanor conviction with a fine, probation or a small...

  On January 13, 2021, the Michigan Attorney General’s Office filed two counts of willful neglect of duty against former Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder related to his handling of the Flint water crisis while in office.  The allegations accuse the former governor of...

  Effective March 31, 2013, the Michigan Legislature enacted new laws that combat organized retail crime activity in this state and increased the penalties from misdemeanors to felonies.  The underlying purpose of the act was to go after organized crime groups...

  A new criminal offense called “assault by strangulation or suffocation” went into effect in Michigan on April 1, 2013.  This statute imposes stiff penalties for violent attacks intended to obstruct the victim’s ability to breath.  A conviction for this offense...

  Christmas laser light projectors have become extremely popular outdoor décorations in recent years.  They are very easy to install and take down, replacing hours spent attaching string lights on eaves and gutters.  They are vibrant, dazzling and even...

  Carjacking is one of the most serious crimes that a person can commit in the State of Michigan.  Unlike the crime of merely stealing, carjacking involves the presence of the victim with ownership or possession of the vehicle to be harmed or terrorized.   A...