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In Michigan, burglary and breaking and entering are similar offenses. Even though these offenses are essentially the same in Michigan law, you can still face severe penalties. These penalties can…

Witness tampering is one of the crimes against justice that hurts the integrity of the justice system. Witnesses are central to any trial. Judges and juries expect them to tell…

Robbery and theft are often used interchangeably when discussing taking someone else’s property or things. However, the law treats each offense differently as there are different requirements associated with each…

Assault and battery are some of the most common criminal offenses in Michigan. Assault can have a few different meanings. Assault is an attempt to cause injury to another person…

The criminal justice system greatly values eyewitness testimony. If someone saw you commit a crime, the odds are high that they positively identified you in a lineup or by looking…

Taking one or two items from a store without paying can lead to severe punishments. Shoplifting—called “retail fraud” in Michigan—is a serious crime with serious penalties. If you or your…

Probation can serve as a punishment for a criminal conviction. It is an alternative to a jail sentence for many. It can be part of a plea bargain and is…

Due Process Rights Under Michigan law, all people accused of a crime have certain due process rights which arise out of the Michigan and United States Constitutions. This article gives…

If you are facing an arrest in Michigan, get in touch with the experienced criminal defense attorneys at George Law, who can help ensure that you are well-defended and your…

Criminal defense and family law are highly competitive areas of law with a wide variety of different law firms and attorneys to choose from. As with other areas of the…

“Making it onto the list of top criminal defense attorneys in Michigan, George Law has cemented its place as one of Detroit’s most highly regarded law firms. Expertise.com has recognized…

On behalf of Law Offices of Derrick E. George, P.C. posted in DUI on Wednesday, May 17, 2017. http://legalnews.com/oakland/1442752/ Attorney Derrick George has served hundreds of individuals and business owners from Detroit and Oakland,…