Tag: misdemeanor

Feb 27 2012

One misdemeanor conviction can follow you for life Posted by Rich Migala        0 Comments

23 yr old girl called wanting to expunge possession of marijuana conviction. It kept her from getting jobs in medical field, apartments, and even financial aid. This was her one and only misdemeanor conviction. The gift that keeps on giving, a criminal conviction.



Tags: Expunge criminal conviction misdemeanor possession of marijuana
Categories: Criminal Law

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Jan 29 2012

The criminal consequences of Sexting; what every parent and student should know Posted by Rich Migala        0 Comments

Join me on WKZO AM 590 at 11:10 tomorrow discussing the Otsego Sexting issue. The criminal consequences, what every parent and student should know. Preempted by president on Friday. Discussing the production, distribution, and possession of child sexually abusive material and the felony or [Read More...]



Tags: distribution felony misdemeanor possession of sexually abusive materials Production sexual offender registry
Categories: Criminal Law

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Jan 23 2012

Prescription drug use growing among teens. Beware of the criminal charges you face for possession of someone else's drug Posted by Rich Migala        0 Comments

I have two different Kalamazoo area high school and college students who were stopped in traffic stops and found to have someone else's prescription pills on them. One had adderall, the other Vicodin. Now both students are facing felony charges. Many students buy and use adderall to study for [Read More...]



Tags: Adderall deferral felony misdemeanor possession Vicodin
Categories: Criminal Law Driving Violations

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Nov 15 2011

A six month license suspension for being charged with one joint, really? Posted by Rich Migala        0 Comments

Did you know that a conviction for first offense possession of marijuana, no matter how small the amount, can cause your license to be suspended for 6 months? Under Michigan law, if you are found guilty of possession of even one joint, a judge must suspend your license for up to six months. A second [Read More...]



Tags: criminal law felony license suspension misdemeanor possession of marijuana possession of marijuana second offense
Categories: Criminal Law Driving Violations Miscellaneous

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Oct 25 2011

Sexting between minor boyfriend and girlfriend, did you know it's a felony? Posted by Rich Migala        0 Comments

Being interviewed at 10:40 on WKZO about the sexting case in Hillsdale and Quincy. Interesting topic as 20 percent of teens state they send nude or semi nude photos to each other. Bet you didn't know it's a felony, did you? Tune in to learn more.



Tags: child porn felony misdemeanor nude photos sexting
Categories: Criminal Law Miscellaneous

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Oct 24 2011

Marijuana and driving in Michigan don't mix Posted by Rich Migala        0 Comments

Michigan is a strict liability state when it comes to driving while in presence of controlled substance. That means you don't have to be under the influence you only need to have it in your system. THC from marijuana stays in your system for 3 to 5 days. People with medical marijuana cards are [Read More...]



Tags: driving offense driving in presence of controlled substance license suspension misdemeanor possession of marijuana suspended license traffic offense
Categories: Criminal Law Driving Violations

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Oct 20 2011

Should minor take PBT if accused of being a MIP? Posted by Rich Migala        0 Comments

I have a friend in Kalamazoo who wanted to know if it was better if their minor child who was a student at Western Michigan University (WMU) who was accused of being a MIP should take a PBT or not. Obviously if they haven't been drinking the answer is yes. If they were drinking, it becomes harder. [Read More...]



Tags: minor in possession MIP misdemeanor PBT preliminary breath test
Categories: Criminal Law Driving Violations Miscellaneous

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Oct 11 2011

Can I get a public defender for an MIP charge? Posted by Rich Migala        0 Comments

If you are a GVSU (Grand Valley State University) student, you are out of luck getting the court to appoint you a public defender.  Kalamazoo County courts sometimes do so WMU (Western Michigan University) students may have a better shot at it.  MSU (Michigan State University) and U of M (University [Read More...]



Tags: felony GVSU Kalamazoo minor in possession MIP misdemeanor MSU open intoxicants UofM WMU
Categories: Criminal Law Driving Violations Miscellaneous

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Oct 04 2011

Is an MIP diversion that involves 2 years of probation worth it? Posted by Rich Migala        0 Comments

I have a Kalamazoo area Grand Valley student who was arrested for MIP (minor in possession of alcohol). The judge imposes a two year probation. Is it worth it? I say yes. A misdemeanor conviction should be avoided as it might interfere with you getting a job, getting into grad school, medical or [Read More...]



Tags: Grand Valley GVSU Kalamazoo minor in possession MIP misdemeanor probation
Categories: Criminal Law Driving Violations

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Oct 01 2011

Did you know universities have ordinances that are crimes? Posted by Rich Migala        0 Comments

Did you know MSU has an ordinance against removing refuse that is a misdemeanor if violated? I didn't either until I had a client cited for it along with an MIP charge. Go figure. Actually it worked out ok. Got the MIP dismissed and if she successfully completes her six month probation, the [Read More...]



Tags: minor in possession MIP misdemeanor misdemeanor defense ordinance violation
Categories: Criminal Law Driving Violations Miscellaneous

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