As part of an ongoing investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigations, several of Michigan’s pharmacists have been charged with Medicare and Medicaid Prescription Fraud. The allegations include claims that at least one scheme lead to the defrauding of the Federal Government of more than five million dollars. Further, that…
With the advent of the novel covid 19 virus many officers who arrest suspected Michigan DUI drivers are now worried about the contamination risks associated with a breath test. Obtaining a breath sample places an officer directly at risk for exposure because the officer must do all of the following:…
When Can You Legally Possess a Firearm Again After a Felony in Michigan? For many people, the loss of firearm rights after a felony conviction feels permanent. Michigan law does provide a path for certain individuals to regain firearms rights, but these rights return only under state law. For decades,…
What is Probation What Is Probation? In Michigan, probation is a legal status that allows a person convicted of a misdemeanor or felony to remain in the community under court supervision instead of serving time in jail or prison. Under MCL 771.1, a court may place a person on probation…
Many people view vandalism as a youthful indiscretion. The Sparty statue on the grounds of Michigan State University is the target of vandalism nearly every year during rivalry week. And in 2015, so was the Magic Johnson statue on the school’s grounds. But while these may seem like harmless pranks…
Probably not. If you’ve been convicted of a felony in Michigan, then your gun rights will be suspended for three to five years, depending on the type of felony. The suspension time periods start when you’re done with your felony probation and it is also likely that the sentencing Judge…
Under federal law, all states can charge a drug dealer with causing the death of a person if the person they sold the drugs to experiences an overdose and dies as a result. But whether the individual states enforce that law and what drugs are eligible for laying charges really lies with the…
If you are charged with a felony in Michigan, and have another felony conviction anywhere in the country, then the state will file a habitual notice to seek an enhanced sentence. In other words, if you have a prior felony conviction then the state will attempt to have that used…