Reckless and Careless Driving
Driving carelessly or recklessly puts you and other drivers in dangers. It can result in harm to yourself, another, or to property. Due to these dangers, Michigan punishes such driving…
Possession of MDMA/Ecstasy
If you are convicted of possession of MDMA in Michigan, you may face severe penalties, including imprisonment and steep fines. MDMA is classified as a Schedule 1 drug in Michigan…
Malicious Destruction of Property
An individual who purposefully damages or destroys the personal property of another can be charged with the crime of Willful and Malicious Destruction of Property (MDOP) under MCL 750.377a or…
Larceny in a Building
Michigan defines “larceny” as stealing property that belongs to another. The Michigan Penal Code contains several theft and larceny offenses. For example, under MCL 750.356, an individual can be charged…
Driving with a Suspended, Revoked, or Denied License
Driving is imperative to everyday life, from going to work and getting the groceries. Losing your license will greatly impact your routine and ability to perform these everyday tasks. In…
Failure to Yield to an Emergency Vehicle
Failing to yield to an emergency vehicle with its lights flashing is an offense in Michigan that can be charged as a civil infraction or a misdemeanor, under either MCL…
Retail Fraud
Retail fraud, better known as shoplifting, is a serious crime in the state of Michigan and can have lasting effects on a person’s future. For example, people convicted of retail…
Leaving the Scene of the Accident
Automobile accidents happen every day. In Michigan, leaving the scene of the accident, or failing to give identification at the scene of the accident, is a crime punishable by jail…
