Usually, DUI in Michigan involves a complete loss of mental or physical faculties because of substance intoxication. This substance could be alcohol, prescription drugs, marijuana, or pretty much anything else. Operating While Visibly Impaired (OWVI) is a little different. To obtain a conviction under Michigan law, prosecutors must only show that the defendant was “visibly impaired […]
Criminal Defense Lawyers If you have been charged with a crime and believe you acted in self-defense, George Law’s team of experienced criminal defense lawyers is ready to help you. We’ll discuss whether any self-defense claims and exceptions apply to your case, and get to work defending you. Presumption Of Innocence You have likely heard the phrase […]
Practically everyone is aware that drinking and driving on public roads can land you in jail with a drunk driving charge. Many also believe that if you’re on private property doing the same thing, you’re in the clear. However this is a common misconception and will land you in trouble just as if you were […]
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 legal field, competition promotes excellence and George Law has consistently been recognized as one of the top law firms in Michigan and the greater Detroit […]
“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 their hard work through a multifaceted analysis, giving them one of the highest awards.” ROYAL OAK, MICH. (PRWEB) DECEMBER 27, 2021 The State of Michigan […]
Your child’s school should be a place where they learn the skills that they need to become responsible adults. You trust that the teachers and administrators take their jobs seriously and would not do anything that could jeopardize their students. Unfortunately, recent headlines describing school shootings and sexual assaults have shown that schools are not […]
What You Need To Know About Michigan Drug Court In Michigan, there is an Adult Treatment Court alternative that handles judicial proceedings involving chemically abusing and dependent non-violent adult drug offenders. Michigan has been a pioneer in the drug treatment court movement. Currently, there are 84 drug treatment courts in the state, 32 of which are […]
In 2011, the State of Michigan enacted a law that allowed certain DUI offenders to avoid license revocation by entering a Sobriety Court Program. The program was created in an effort to overcome and combat alcoholism and substance abuse addiction. Rather than punishing an offender, the program will help an alcoholic or addict overcome their substance dependency problem. Ultimately, […]
Blood Alcohol Content – BAC Limits in The United States The level of intoxication someone experiences is based on their blood alcohol content (BAC). Your BAC not only has an effect on your sobriety, but also influences the possible penalties you may face in regards to drunk driving. To put this in perspective, let’s discuss […]
Oakland County’s 43rd District Court system handles a large number of cases ranging from simple traffic matters all the way to probation and felony and misdemeanor cases. Located in the south central portion of the county, this court system covers cases in Ferndale, Hazel Park and Madison Heights. In order to provide the best service possible to […]
