Being served with a Personal Protection Order (PPO) can be alarming, especially when it happens without warning. Many PPOs in Michigan are issued without the respondent present, so the first time someone learns of the order is when they are served and trying to make…
As part of the process to become a citizen of the United States, your moral character will be assessed. The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services will review your conduct during your statutory review period, and certain crimes might result in the government automatically defining…
In April 2025, the Michigan Supreme Court affirmed that mandatory life sentences without parole for juveniles and adults under 21 was unconstitutional and disproportionate under the state’s Constitution. The ruling applies retroactively to people currently serving life sentences in Michigan, granting anyone who matches the…
Having a criminal record can complicate life long after you’ve paid your debt to society. A youthful indiscretion in college, a domestic dispute, or other criminal conviction can haunt you as you try to move forward. Your criminal record may keep you from pursuing certain…
Being arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. On top of the legal consequences, many people wonder what will happen to their car after their arrest. Will it be towed? Can you get it back? And how can…
