https://www.shutterstock.com/image-photo/kapap-instructor-demonstrates-self-defense-techniques-451829581?src=5fuEmENXKGnSEj0t3lbILw-1-5 Felonies are actions no one wishes to be accused or convicted of. They carry serious penalties and generally cause trouble for everyone involved. Unfortunately, people are often accused and convicted of felonies. While many receive felonies, few understand the ins and outs of what constitutes a felony and why. For example, one may wonder
Read MoreEven if you’ve never been read your Miranda Rights, you’ve probably heard about the right to remain silent. In movies, books, and television shows, police explain to those under arrest, “You have the right to remain silent.” But what does it actually mean, and why does it matter? Your Miranda Rights The term “Miranda Rights”
Read MoreWhen anyone is pulled over for suspected drunk driving, they face a variety of possible tests to determine their sobriety or lack thereof. Such tests include walking in a straight line, balancing on one leg, or the breathalyzer test. While one may believe refusing the different tests works as a way to avoid facing criminal
Read MoreRetail Fraud, a.k.a. Shoplifting In the state of Michigan, stealing goods from a retail business can land you in jail. Michigan business owners are serious about their inventory shrinkage, so if the law accuses you of retail fraud, you need the services of an experienced attorney to avoid criminal punishment. A shoplifting charge on your
Read MoreThe Detroit crime rate has seen a significant decline in the last few years. However, it still has a higher crime rate than all but one other US city. What has caused this decrease and what does it mean for the city? The History of Crime in Detroit For decades, Detroit has been notorious for
Read MoreBeing a police officer is not easy. The stress of the job is greater than most people can imagine. And the issues the police deal with are more intense than we realize. It is important to understand the kind of toll that police work takes on the people who perform it. That’s because the weight
Read MoreWhile the legalities surrounding marijuana are changing around the country, the rate of possession in Michigan is going up. Having a valid prescription and medical marijuana card will authorize you for marijuana possession. It is important to know what will happen if you get caught in possession of marijuana. There are many different types of
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