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Lethal Force and Self-Defense in Michigan: What You Need to Know

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Gavel and law books depicting Lethal Force and Self-Defense in Michigan

Michigan has the “Castle Doctrine” as a possible defense. However, you have reason to be cautious about using a gun for self-defense.

Michigan’s Clean Slate Legislation: What You Need to Know

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Michigan State Capitol building depicting Michigan's Clean Slate Legislation

Do you have a felony on your record from earlier in your life? Have you ever wished you could have it removed and have a clean slate?

Stealing Political Yard Signs: Charges, Penalties & Defense

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Gavel and flag depicting stealing political yard signs charges

Did you know that stealing political yard signs could result in a misdemeanor conviction?

The Difference Between Sedition & Seditious Conspiracy

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Gavel and American flag depicting the Difference Between Sedition & Seditious Conspiracy.

Do you know the difference between sedition and seditious conspiracy?

Did any of us think there would come a time when we would get used to riots in our country? In the fall of 2020, the riots that broke out simultaneously with protests over the death of George Floyd in late May have continued for months with increasing levels of violence and destruction. Law and order have become a central topic of discussion for political campaigns.

Swatting: A Dangerous Game With Harsh Consequences

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Police lights and handcuffs depicting swatting

Have you ever heard the term swatting? It doesn’t sound like a very serious occupation until you learn that it refers to a police SWAT team.

Swatting is the dangerous and illegal practice of making a false emergency call to elicit rapid police response at someone else’s residence. Usually, these extreme prank callers report something imminently violent, like an active shooter, hostage, or bomb situation.

How to Get Your Driver’s License Back With or Without Alcoholics Anonymous

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Car keys and gavel depicting how to get your driver's license back

Are you or is someone you love trying to win back a driver’s license? Did you know you can get back your Michigan driver’s license after a 2nd or 3rd DUI without attending Alcoholics Anonymous?

Sexually Delinquent Person and Prison for Life: What You Need to Know

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Did you know there’s another sex offender label in the state of Michigan? Being labeled a sex offender and made to enter your name on the sex offender registry is terrible enough. In certain situations can also get you hit with the designation sexually delinquent person. This designation can result in up to life in prison.

Poaching in Michigan: Crimes, Penalties & Defense

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Law gavel and Michigan poaching defense attorney, David J. Kramer

Poaching in Michigan is a serious offense in Michigan with serious penalties if convicted.

Ongoing Riots and Federal Authority: What You Need to Know

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American flag and gavel depicting riots and federal authority

As riots drag on for the third month, and new riots break out across the nation, Americans are starting to wonder. What will finally put an end to the violence and anarchy in some of the streets in our nation’s cities?

Open Murder Charges in Michigan: Penalties & Defense

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Law gavel depicting open murder charges

What does open murder mean?

Sometimes you hear legal phrases or jargon and don’t think much about what the words mean. It is obvious what murder means, however, what does it mean when you are charged with open murder? And what are the implications of this charge for your case?