When one is arrested in Michigan, they are often read their Miranda rights but sometimes, prior to an arrest, an officer may not read those rights and the defendant may incrimination themselves. This article represents a checklist on the concept that is one’s Miranda rights. This is what we call…
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Recidivism Rate in Michigan Falls to a Level Placing it in Top 10 States in U.S. with Lowest Recidivism Rates
In 1998 the recidivism rate in Michigan was 45.7%, meaning that of those released from prison, this percentage of offenders were reincarcerated within three years. It is extremely common for those who are released to return to a life of crime or continue criminal behavior, however it seems things are…
On First National Day of Empathy, Lawmakers & Advocates Gather in Event Regarding Prison Over-Population and Reform Opportunities for Inmates
Recently there have been questions among both advocates and lawmakers regarding the number of people serving time in prison for crimes they allegedly committed and the opportunities available for those who are incarcerated to reform their lives and become productive members of society upon their release in the Lansing area.…
Spring Break Safety Tips for College Students
MSU students are gearing up for spring break, a time when lots of college-age students travel, party, and generally participate in fun activities. While it’s great to free your mind from your studies and “chill out” for a while, it’s also important to stay safe no matter what you have…
Are Convicted Felons Sentenced to Life, Regardless of the Sentence They Actually Serve?
In Michigan and all other states in the U.S., felony offenses are considered more serious than those classified as misdemeanors. A felony charge can be related to anything from tax fraud or distributing illegal drugs to some theft offenses or murder. The prison term for those found guilty of committing…
Are There Too Many People in Prison Today? One Study Finds Nearly 40% of Prisoners Shouldn’t be There
Recently, a new study by the Brennan Center for Justice at NYU School of Law found that 39% of prisoners shouldn’t be behind bars. Considering there are 2.2 million individuals in prison today, many believe we are in crisis and that this mass incarceration is no doubt the greatest racial…
Black Friday 2016 – Safety Should be Top Priority on The Busiest Shopping Day of the Year
While Black Friday is a day many people look forward to more than any other shopping day of the year, the day after Thanksgiving also brings all of the crooks out of the woodwork. Not only are crooks ready to turn your holiday shopping into a disaster, there are often…
Expert Testimony…The Tutor that Breaks the issues Apart
Trump vs Hillary is not the only debate that has raged in throughout the state of Michigan. The field of litigation has been in a battle over the concept of expert testimony. The battle for Expert Testimony is tug of war between Frye and Daubert. Frye being a concept of…
First Criminal Case Filed Against Oak Harbor Man for Allegedly Violating Initiative 594 in Washington State
In June of 2013, Initiative 594 (referred to as I 594 by many) was filed in Washington State in regards to requiring criminal and public safety background checks for the sale or transfer of guns. In November of 2014 the Initiative to the Legislature was approved, meaning that every individual…
Colorado Case Involving Wrongful Convictions and Whether Court Fees Should Be Reimbursed to be Heard by U.S. Supreme Court
What happens when a defendant is found guilty of a crime, and later exonerated of the charges? It depends, and may not end in the same results in all states. Recently, a man and woman in Colorado were exonerated (basically found innocent) of sex-related charges, however what would happen in…