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MI Criminal Charges – Michigan Couple Arrested After Pit Bulls Attacked Young Girl
A Michigan couple was recently arrested after three pit bulls residing in their home attacked a 6 year-old girl, leaving her with injuries requiring over 500 stitches.
[Read More]MI Sex Crimes – Sexual Assault of Michigan Teen Prompts Ban of Caffeinated Alcoholic Drinks
Following numerous reports of sexual assault cases involving alcoholic energy drinks, the Michigan Liquor Control Commission has banned all caffeinated drinks containing alcohol.
[Read More]MI Drug Charges – Michigan Man Arrested For Meth Possession and Manufacture in White Pigeon
Michigan police recently arrested two White Pigeon men after discovering them to be in possession of Methamphetamine, as well as the components to manufacture the drug. As a Schedule 2 drug, the penalties for conviction of a meth-related crime are very severe, and could include prison time.
[Read More]Michigan Law – Detroit Council Removes “Criminal” Box on Job Applications
The Detroit City Council voted unanimously to remove criminal check boxes on job applications that require ex-cons to immediately disclose their criminal history to employers. This change was made to assist rehabilitated persons gain employment and reintegrate themselves into society.
[Read More]MI Sex Crimes – FBI Arrests Michigan Pastor in Internet Sex Sting
Detectives from the FBI recently arrested a Lake Orion pastor who was busted attempting to solicit sex from minors in an online sting. William Bendert was charged with federal sex offenses after attempting to set up a “sexual training” session with an 11 year-old girl and her mother. Unfortunately for Bendert, the “mother” turned out to be a Federal agent.
[Read More]MI Fraud Charges – Attempting to Cash Fraudulent Check Lands Michigan Man in Police Custody
Grand Blanc Township police recently arrested a Canton man who attempted to cash a fraudulent check at multiple Chase Bank locations.
[Read More]MI Legal Matters – Attorney Generals Across US Successful in Censoring Craigslist
After immense political pressure from 17 Attorney Generals nationwide, the popular online forum, Craigslist, has censored its adult services section to curb illegal activity on the website.
[Read More]MI Drug Charges – First Major Michigan Medical Marijuana Crackdown Results in the Arrest of 15 People
Following a two month investigation, police arrested 15 employees of various medical marijuana dispensaries throughout Oakland County. They are accused of over-distributing the drug, as well as selling to undocumented people.
[Read More]MI State Law – Bill Requiring Interrogation Recording Awaits Senate Approval
A proposal recently passed the Michigan House of Representatives requiring law enforcement officials to record all interrogations between themselves and criminal suspects. It is hoped that the measure will keep all criminal investigations “fair and transparent.”
[Read More]MI Criminal Charges – Failure to Disclose Lands Michigan HIV-Positive Woman Behind Bars
A 54 year-old Michigan woman will serve 11 months behind bars after pleading no contest to failure to disclose charges. According to 1998’s Michigan Disclosure Law, those infected with HIV/AIDS are required to tell their partner of their medical condition before engaging in sexual contact.
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