Tag Archives: Legal Representation

A Clinton Township man is being charged with first-degree murder as well as 14 other felony counts after he allegedly attacked his fiancee, as well as three others in her home. Should these charges be added to the already long-list of previous criminal charges against him, the punishments will undoubtedly be severe likely resulting in significant jail time.

Being convicted of sex crimes will haunt you for years, as probationary terms can often restrict one’s comings and goings. A perfect example is seen in the recent case of a convicted Michigan sex offender who was arrested after taking his children to see a popular children’s movie, ultimately violating the terms of his probation.

A former Midland County teacher was arraigned last week on 29 counts of criminal sexual conduct with a minor. Marcie Rosseau, 33, is accused of having sexual relations with a 16 year-old student from May 2009 to February 2010.

After state concealed weapon laws were relaxed in 2001, many citizens, especially in West Michigan, are embroiled in a debate regarding the appropriate places that permit-holding gun holders may bring their weapons.

After a recent fire in Augusta Township, law enforcement officials arrested a 45 year-old Ypsilanti man who was on the scene. Initial questioning led the officer to believe that he was responsible for the fire. Now in custody, investigators are looking into whether the suspect also had a hand in the recent string of mysterious house fires in Washtenaw County during the past few months.

Law enforcement officials recently arrested a former Bayside Beverage Corporation employee for allegedly taking over $69,000 from the business. If convicted of the charges against him, the Boyne City man will likely be expected to repay all of the money, and could face jail time as well.

Police arrested a long-time family doctor last week for receiving child pornography online. After receiving a warrant from U.S. Immigration and Customs (ICE) officials, investigators searched Craig Tubbs, M.D., 45, email account and discovered numerous images of kiddie porn. As a result, he was arrested and faces 20 years in jail if convicted of the sex crimes against him.

Due to poor budgeting and limited financial means, poorer defendants are barred from getting an effective Michigan criminal defense attorney, also ultimately hindering their chances of receiving a fair trial. New legislation looks to re-appropriate funding and establish an Office of Public Defense to quickly fix the lagging system.

Despite being a dedicated employee of five years, medical marijuana patient Joseph Casias, 30, was fired from Wal-Mart after a drug-test registered positive for marijuana. Under violation of the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act, Casias is now suing the corporation in order to retrieve his old job and receive compensation for economic losses.

Only two weeks after being sentenced to six months probation for a previous impaired driving charge, former Michigan Speaker of the House Craig DeRoche has been arrested on gun charges after a family member reported that he was in possession of a firearm and intoxicated.