Category Archives: Michigan Courts

It has often been observed that “you never get a second chance to make a first impression.” When it comes to some first encounters, this observation may carry far more…

During criminal and civil trials, individuals may be requested to testify or answer questions under oath. Lying while under oath is known as perjury and can lead to felony criminal…

When you are charged with a crime in Michigan, you must first decide whether to retain a private criminal defense attorney or a public defender. The Sixth Amendment of the…

What Is Attorney-Client Privilege? Attorney-client privilege is a long-established court-recognized principle that protects the substantive communication between a client and their counsel, whether appointed legal counsel or someone they hired.…

  The sentencing hearing occurs after a defendant has been found guilty during a trial and usually occurs a few weeks after the trial has concluded or the defendant has…

If someone is involved in an accident, Michigan law requires that the person who caused the accident perform certain things, including staying at the scene of the accident, especially if…

In Michigan, burglary and breaking and entering are similar offenses. Even though these offenses are essentially the same in Michigan law, you can still face severe penalties. These penalties can…

Witness tampering is one of the crimes against justice that hurts the integrity of the justice system. Witnesses are central to any trial. Judges and juries expect them to tell…

Robbery and theft are often used interchangeably when discussing taking someone else’s property or things. However, the law treats each offense differently as there are different requirements associated with each…

Assault and battery are some of the most common criminal offenses in Michigan. Assault can have a few different meanings. Assault is an attempt to cause injury to another person…

The criminal justice system greatly values eyewitness testimony. If someone saw you commit a crime, the odds are high that they positively identified you in a lineup or by looking…

Larceny is stealing property from another person. There are several kinds of larceny in Michigan and depending on the severity of the charge, comes with various penalties. These penalties can…

Taking one or two items from a store without paying can lead to severe punishments. Shoplifting—called “retail fraud” in Michigan—is a serious crime with serious penalties. If you or your…

Conspiracy occurs when you agree with someone else to commit a crime. Conspiracy can involve or relate to a number of different kinds of crimes in Michigan. You need only…

Probation can serve as a punishment for a criminal conviction. It is an alternative to a jail sentence for many. It can be part of a plea bargain and is…

Michigan courts follow sentencing guidelines for individuals who have been charged and convicted of a felony in Michigan. The purpose of sentencing guidelines is to ensure that there are consistent…

If you commit a crime and are immediately arrested without the involvement of a court for a warrant, you will be immediately taken to jail and likely be held until…

Jury nullification occurs when a jury returns a verdict that is contrary to the law provided to them by the court. This can occur in a criminal case when there…

Due Process Rights Under Michigan law, all people accused of a crime have certain due process rights which arise out of the Michigan and United States Constitutions. This article gives…

In Michigan, a probable cause conference is a court hearing before the preliminary examination. Both are considered part of the due process rights. Therefore, you and your attorney will generally…

If you are facing an arrest in Michigan, get in touch with the experienced criminal defense attorneys at George Law, who can help ensure that you are well-defended and your…

When facing sexual misconduct charges, you must contact a reputable and award-winning Michigan sex crimes defense law firm, such as George Law. The criminal defense attorneys at George Law will…

Michigan considers various acts to be unlawful sexual conduct. Criminal acts are either misdemeanors or felonies. Whether a misdemeanor or felony, some sex crimes in Michigan come with factors that…

Oakland County’s 43rd District Court system handles a large number of cases ranging from simple traffic matters all the way to probation and felony and misdemeanor cases. Located in the…

Located in the southern portion of Oakland County, the 43rd District Court handles a variety of cases that vary from simple traffic infractions all the way to probation and criminal…

Oakland County’s 43rd District Court system handles a wide variety of cases in the southern section of the county. This includes cases ranging from simple traffic matters all the way…

The Oakland County District Courts handle a significant number of drunk driving cases, as well as various other cases including minor criminal matters, traffic enforcement and probation. There are 14…

The Oakland County 44th District Court in Royal Oak handles a wide range of criminal, drunk driving and related cases. This court specifically covers the communities of Royal Oak and…

The Oakland County 52-4 District Court in Troy covers a wide range of criminal, drunk driving and related cases, as well as traffic enforcement and probation. As one of the…

The Oakland County 52-3 District Court in Rochester Hills handles a significant number of drunk driving cases, as well as various other cases including minor criminal matters, traffic enforcement and…

52-2 District Court The Oakland County 52-2 District Court in Clarkston handles a variety of cases, including drunk driving offenses, minor criminal cases and other related legal issues. This is…

The Oakland County 52-1 District Court in Novi handles drunk driving offenses, minor criminal cases, probation, and a variety of other legal issues. This court is one of the four…