Articles Posted in Criminal Law and Procedure

Probation is a common sentence when a person is convicted of a crime, whether misdemeanor or felony. What is Probation? Probation is a period of time a person convicted of a crime will be under court supervision. Probation could be as short as six months in cases such as misdemeanor retail fraud or disorderly conduct.…

Being charged with a crime is one of the most stressful times a person can experience. It is a time of uncertainty and unease because you don’t know what will happen. Going to court is uncomfortable, criminal defense lawyers are expensive, and there’s the time spent not knowing what will happen. Many people charged with…

At ArborYpsi Law we have experience representing clients on assault and battery charges, including domestic assault charges. Can I get my Assault Case Dismissed? Last week, we received two dismissals in domestic assault cases. In both matters, we set the cases for trial. The Prosecution was unable to produce key witnesses, and dismissed. One case…

Cocaine is a schedule II substance in Michigan. Although cocaine is a schedule II substance, the law singles cocaine out for treatment as if it were a schedule I substance in terms of potential penalties. Here is a list of the laws related to possession, use, sale, and driving for cocaine. Cocaine Possession Possession of…

The penalty for drug use varies depending on the type of drug used. In general, a person may not use a controlled substance except with a valid prescription. Use of Any Schedule 1 or 2 narcotic Cocaine Ecstasy Mathamphetamine Is a misdemeanor, punishable by up to 1 year in jail, a $2,000.00 fine with costs,…

As a lawyer I’m often asked common questions from potential clients. In this article I’ll try to answer some of those questions. Can you Get me a Sweet Plea Bargain? I don’t promise potential clients any particular result. In fact, no criminal defense should promise any result before the case has really begun. My standard…

In the case of People v. Ricky Dean Oliver, the Court discusses what it means to be “involved in” an accident for the purposes of leaving the scene of an accident law. What Happened in the Case Defendant Ricky Dean Oliver went to jury trial on charges of involuntary manslaughter, negligent operation of a vehicle…

ArborYpsi Law is a criminal defense law firm based in Washtenaw County, Michigan. We are dedicated to the representation of anyone charged with a crime. Cannabis Attorney Whether the charge is drugged driving or possession with intent to distribute we can help. Our practice has been focused on helping the marijuana community from the day…

Some people use solvent chemicals found in glues, paints, and gasses to get high. These types of chemicals are referred to as inhalants. Inhaling these chemicals produce similar feelings to alcohol and anesthetics. Inhalant use is called huffing. Users soak rags in chemicals or put the chemicals in cans or cups and then breathe the…

Indecent exposure is a common charge in Michigan. This article is an outline of what indecent exposure means, the penalties, and how you can fight the charges. The Statute The law says a person shall not knowingly make any open or indecent exposure of his or her person or of the person of another. This…