Category: Arson

Arson Charges: Penalties and Defense in Michigan

Last updated January 4, 2019 by

Did you know that arson is considered a violent crime, like murder or sexual assault in Michigan? You could be looking at a prison sentence of up to 20 years if you deliberately set fire to someone’s property – even…

Michigan Arson Laws: What You Need to Know

Last updated January 4, 2019 by

David J. Kramer

This week, wildfires are spreading across seven southern states. Tens of thousands of acres have burned. Many people have had to evacuate their homes as there are about a dozen fires that still remain uncontrolled without rain in sight. While…

Detroit Achieves Safest Angels’ Night in 20 Years

Last updated April 15, 2019 by

David J. Kramer

Were you one of the volunteers for Angels’ Night? The residents of Detroit have rallied together for the safest Angels’ Night in 20 years. Angels’ Night has been a tough campaign for the City of Detroit over the years. It…

Detroit Prepares for 2013 Angels’ Night

Last updated April 15, 2019 by

David J. Kramer

Are you volunteering this year on Angels’ Night? Do you know what time the curfew for minors in Detroit is? Tomorrow is Halloween and tonight is Angels’ Night. Before it was called Angels’ Night, it was commonly referred to as…

Warning: Michigan Arson Laws are Getting Stricter

Last updated January 4, 2019 by

David J. Kramer

Are you aware that Michigan’s arson laws are getting more specific? You would think by looking outside in Detroit today that it is January and not the end of April. This has been a long winter for the Detroit area.…