According to an FBI report, Michigan joins 9 other states as the top states with mortgage fraud activity. To address this issue, the governor has made strides to curtail this white collar crime.
Is treatment or prison an appropriate sentence for an OWI charge?
What types of penalties should someone expect if he or she is charged with drunk driving? It often depends on the circumstances. Penalties for someone who has already been convicted of an OWI charge could include more severe penalties than for a first-time offender. In addition, drivers can face stiffer penalties if their blood alcohol content level is above a .17 under Michigan's "super drunk" laws.
Questions raised after Michigan man charged with drug crime
The arrest of a Lansing resident for allegedly maintaining a drug house has raised questions as to whether or not the drug crime arrest was in retaliation for his statements about the earlier shooting of a 17-year-old by police. Doubts have been raised as to the validity of the testimony of the police informant that led to the initial search warrant.
Michigan man accused of domestic assault, facing multiple charges
This past weekend, Michigan State Police took a man into custody after getting a report that the man had physically assaulted his estranged wife. According to a MSP Sergeant, the call was made by the man's mother who informed police that he was in her home, covered in what appeared to be blood.
New beer keg law in Michigan to take effect in November
An attempt to curb drunk driving and underage parties means that starting Nov. 1, beer kegs sold in Michigan will require an ID tag attached to the keg.
Charges of embezzlement filed against former police officers
A three-year investigation by Michigan State Police has come to a close. Seven individuals were formally charged with multiple criminal charges that include unveiled corruption and embezzlement.
Dozens of Michigan parents arrested for felony child support charges
If you're accused of murder, assault, robbery, or drug possession, you may realize that the allegations are serious and take appropriate action to protect yourself in the event that charges are filed. But sometimes it is not as apparent that an act can lead to serious felony charges.
Michigan police seize marijuana and shrooms from man's home
When police officers show up at your door, you may begin to sweat. Even if there isn't a sense of urgency, the mere fact that law enforcement wants to speak with you can cause anxiety in even the calmest of persons.
Detroit Piston player facing OWI and weapons charges
Detroit Piston, Ben Wallace, was arrested for OWI last weekend in Michigan.
