Drug trafficking is an area of criminal activity that may lead to charges from either state or federal authorities. Federal drug trafficking charges are generally more serious, and involve longer sentences, than state charges. With drug laws existing at both the state and federal levels,…
People often confuse parole and probation—and not without reason, since they both are alternatives to serving jail time available to Michigan convicts. But there are important differences between the two. After a trial, a convict may be sentenced to probation, which means he or she…
Getting into a car chase with the police is never a good idea. You could injure yourself or someone else if you get into a crash at high speeds. Additionally, you could face criminal charges — and Michigan law provides for severe penalties for fleeing…
Since Governor Snyder called for a smart justice plan in 2012, there has yet to be a serious reduction in the number of Michigan’s inmates, which was one of the Governor’s primary goals. To help move this goal forward, a non-partisan and non-profit group called…
Detroit and its surrounding municipalities are some of the most dangerous areas in North America. The State government, federal authorities, and community groups are all working hard to change Michigan for the better. Here are 5 crime-stopping initiatives being put in place today: Governor Snyder…