Tag Archives: Legal Defense

MI Sex Crimes – Sexual Assault of Michigan Teen Prompts Ban of Caffeinated Alcoholic Drinks

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Following numerous reports of sexual assault cases involving alcoholic energy drinks, the Michigan Liquor Control Commission has banned all caffeinated drinks containing alcohol.

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MI Burglary Charges – Michigan Couple Involved in Home Burglaries Arrested By Police

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After a lengthy high-speed chase, police arrested a couple suspected of committing dozens of home burglaries throughout West Michigan.

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MI Drug Charges – Michigan Man Arrested For Meth Possession and Manufacture in White Pigeon

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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.

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MI Criminal Charges – Michigan State Football Player Charged For Role In Theft Ring

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Ten young men from the Metro Detroit area have been named as prime suspects in a theft ring targeting Detroit Public Schools. Among the accused is Dion Sims, a sophomore football player for Michigan State University.

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Michigan Law – Detroit Council Removes “Criminal” Box on Job Applications

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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.

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MI Sex Crimes – FBI Arrests Michigan Pastor in Internet Sex Sting

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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.

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MI Fraud Charges – Attempting to Cash Fraudulent Check Lands Michigan Man in Police Custody

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Grand Blanc Township police recently arrested a Canton man who attempted to cash a fraudulent check at multiple Chase Bank locations.

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MI Drug Charges – Michigan Motorist Aided By Police, Only To Be Arrested For Drug Possession

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After noticing a man having some car trouble, Van Buren County police stopped to help. However, they eventually arrested the motorist after discovering illegal drugs in his vehicle.

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MI Legal Matters – Attorney Generals Across US Successful in Censoring Craigslist

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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.

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MI Drug Charges – First Major Michigan Medical Marijuana Crackdown Results in the Arrest of 15 People

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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.

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