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What Are the DUI Penalties in Michigan – First, Second, Third Offense?

If you’ve been arrested for DUI in Michigan, you’re likely feeling anxious and uncertain about what comes next. The penalties for a DUI conviction can be severe, but knowing what to expect can help you prepare. In a Michigan operating while intoxicated case, also called OWI/DUI, the penalties will be…

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Finding a Federal Criminal Defense Attorney in Michigan

Michigan Federal Criminal Defense Attorneys The Barone Defense Firm consists of some of Michigan’s top Federal Criminal Defense Lawyers. Lead Federal Attorney Keith Corbett is a former United States Attorney. He has been practicing federal criminal law for more than 35 years, and has received numerous awards for his skillful…

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Michigan CSAM and Federal Child Pornography Lawyer

There are many possible legal defenses available to a child pornography attorney. An investigation for the alleged possession, distribution, or production of a photo or video containing child pornography, can lead to charges in either the State or Federal Systems. Sometimes, you can be charged in both systems. If you’re…

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What to Know About the Sex Offender Registry (SORA) in Michigan

What to Know About the Sex Offender Registry in Michigan When Is SORA Registration Necessary in Michigan? In the past, many violations that would trigger sex offender registration were prosecuted under the old Sex Offender Registration Act (SORA) even when the violation was a result of a mistake, ignorance, or…

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Finding a Sex Crimes Lawyer Near Me to Help Avoid Sora

How Can a Sex Crimes Lawyer Near Me Help Avoid SORA? A top sex assault lawyer can help you avoid the Sex Offender Registration Act (SORA) in many different ways. Before we get to that, let’s first talk about SORA, particularly the newest version of SORA in Michigan. SORA, which…

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Barone Defense Firm Paralegal to Attend Northwestern Law

The Barone Defense Firm is pleased to announce that Madeline Barone will be attending Northwestern Pritzker School of Law this fall. Madeline is currently a paralegal at the firm. Northwestern Law School, located in Chicago, Illinois, was founded in 1859. Since that time, Northwestern has continued to develop its standing…

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Should I Refuse the Breath Test If Stopped for DUI in Michigan?

Why Does Michigan’s Law of Implied Consent Exist? The first DUI laws went in the books all the way back in the 1950s when cars where just starting to become very common. Back then, there were no breath tests, so that law enforcement tool in a DUI investigation was not…

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Michigan Drunk Driving Lawyer Explains NEEDS Assessment

Michigan law provides that for every person convicted of drunk driving must be subjected to substance use evaluation prior to sentencing. More specifically, Michigan Compiled Laws sec. 257.625b indicates that such individuals must undergo a screening and assessment to determine if the person would benefit from “rehabilitative services,” which may…

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