Burglary is defined as the unauthorized entry into a dwelling, building or other structure with the intent to commit crimes within. This includes breaking into a house in the middle of the night, forcing oneself into a business after hours, or otherwise trying...
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What Are The Rules For Using And Selling Fireworks In Michigan?
by stevejedinak | Jul 5, 2021 | Criminal Law
Effective January 1, 2012, the Michigan Fireworks Safety Act, Public Act 256 of 2011, legalized the sale and use of consumer fireworks. Prior to the passage of the act, private use of fireworks was illegal and unauthorized users were subject to fines and...
What Are The Penalties For Home Invasion In Michigan?
by stevejedinak | Jun 24, 2021 | Criminal Law
A home invasion charge is one of the most serious criminal offenses you can be accused of in Michigan. Not only is the act of breaking into someone’s home for mischief reprehensible by itself, but the act also has the lasting effect of totally shattering that...
What Are The Penalties For Larceny From A Vehicle In Michigan?
by stevejedinak | Jun 10, 2021 | Criminal Law
Most people generally expect that their vehicles will be left alone when parked in a public area. The wheels, tires, hood ornaments and radios are connected to the vehicle and take some effort to remove. Even loose items inside the vehicle are often expected...
Can I Present An Alibi Defense To Beat A Criminal Charge In Michigan?
by stevejedinak | Jun 3, 2021 | Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure
An alibi is a possible defense that can be raised by a defendant at trial where he or she asserts they could not have committed the crime because he or she was in another location at the time that the charged offense occurs. For example, the accused might...
What Are The Penalties For Receiving And Concealing Stolen Property In Michigan?
by stevejedinak | May 20, 2021 | Criminal Law
There is no question that stealing personal property is a crime in Michigan. However, there is also a duty upon individuals who purchase, trade for or otherwise receive property that they do not acquire it knowing that it was stolen. Stolen property must be...
Think Before You Post! – What Are The Penalties For Threatening The President Of The United States?
by stevejedinak | Apr 22, 2021 | Criminal Law, Federal Crimes
We are fortunate to live in a country where we are free to criticize our political leaders and their policies. In other nations with significantly less freedoms, a person who would dare insult the heads of government could face fines and imprisonment. ...
What Are The Penalties For Tampering With An Electronic Monitoring Device In Michigan?
by stevejedinak | Mar 29, 2021 | Criminal Law
In lieu of incarceration, corrections departments in Michigan can effectively supervise offenders in the community by requiring them to participate in an electronic monitoring system. This usually takes the form of an ankle monitor that the offender must wear...
What Are The Penalties For Malicious Use Of Telecommunications Service In Michigan?
by stevejedinak | Mar 22, 2021 | Criminal Law
We live in the 21st century where technology has allowed us to reach nearly anyone anywhere on the planet at any time. A text message can be sent from Detroit to Paris, France within mere seconds. An email travels from Grand Rapids to Beijing, China at the...
What Are The Penalties For Breaking And Entering With Intent In Michigan?
by stevejedinak | Feb 25, 2021 | Criminal Law
Breaking and entering into a building with intent is a serious criminal offense in Michigan. A person convicted of breaking into a non-dwelling structure with the mindset of committing additional crimes once inside will face serious jail or prison time. MCL...
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