Can I Refuse a Breathalyzer or Blood Test in Macomb County?

Posted on February 2, 2026

You can refuse a breathalyzer test in Macomb County, but that decision comes with immediate consequences under Michigan law. A refusal does not end a DUI investigation, and it can trigger separate penalties even if you are never convicted. Knowing how refusal rules work and when they apply can affect both...

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Michigan Assault Laws – All You Need to Know

Posted on June 2, 2025

Assault charges are among some of the most serious under Michigan law, which is why it’s important to have a good understanding of your situation and what to do next. It can be a lot to take in at once, but it’s important to act quickly. That makes it critical to know...

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Know Your Rights: Don’t Talk to the Police Without an Attorney

Posted on December 18, 2024

As Michigan criminal lawyers, my team and I represent people for a wide range of offenses. Even though we don’t handle things like rape or murder charges, our client’s criminal cases are plenty serious to them. Sometimes, we are contacted by a person before he or she is charged...

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Felonies and Misdemeanors: Pt. 1 – Misdemeanors

Posted on August 13, 2023

In this and the following section, we’ll take very basic look at these 2 distinct kinds of criminal offenses, and see how and why they’re different, and why that matters any person facing one or the other. This section will focus on misdemeanor cases, and the next section, part...

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Arraignment, Bail/Bond, Preliminary Exam, Pre-Trial, Trial and Sentencing

Posted on August 13, 2023

Before we even get into the different types of criminal offenses, or the courts and the roles they play, we need to understand some basic terms of criminal procedure. The following is an explanation of some of the more common terms used at the various stages of a criminal case. Please note...

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District and Circuit Courts, and What They Do

Posted on April 26, 2023

Key Takeaways In Michigan, all adultcriminal cases begin in the local, district court. District courts have full jurisdiction over civil infraction and misdemeanor cases, but they only handle the very beginning stages of felony cases. Unless...

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What to Know About a Probation Violation in Michigan

Posted on March 11, 2023

A probation violation in Michigan can lead to serious consequences, including jail, added requirements, or an extension of your probation. Violations often happen because of missed tests, positive results, skipped classes, or new criminal charges. Knowing what a violation is, how the court handles these cases, and what steps you can take...

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The Arraignment Explained in Michigan Criminal and DUI Cases – Part 2

Posted on October 7, 2022

In part 1 of this article about the arraignment, we identified 5 important functions. First, we saw that the arraignment is the first step in a criminal case. Second, the person is formally notified of the charges or charges against him or her, and the maximum legal penalty that can be imposed for...

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The Arraignment Explained in Michigan Criminal and DUI Cases – Part 1

Posted on October 3, 2022

In this 2-part article, we’re going to examine and explain the arraignment in Michigan criminal and DUI cases. In this first part, we’ll look more at the legal purpose of an arraignment. In the second part, we’ll dig a bit deeper into its function and process in the Metro-Detroit area. For my...

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3 Key Things you Should Know About Embezzlement Cases in Michigan

Posted on September 23, 2022

What Is Embezzlement? Embezzlement is a kind of larceny charge, although often referred to as a “white collar crime.” This type of theft is a far more common criminal offense than most people realize. Few such cases ever get any attention. However, a recent BIG embezzlement...

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Michigan Attorney-Client Privilege Overview & What It Means

Posted on October 14, 2019

Key Takeaways The attorney-client privilege is very broad. With only a few very limited exceptions, EVERYTHING said by a client to the lawyer or the lawyer’s staff is strictly confidential. The attorney-client privilege also covers written...

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Key Differences Between A Felony vs Misdemeanor in Michigan – Part 1

Posted on October 15, 2018

As Michigan criminal and DUI lawyers, my team and I deal with both misdemeanor and felony charges every day. Often enough, we’ll be asked by a client to explain the real difference between the 2 kinds of offenses. This happens a lot when the charge my client is facing is one that...