by Michael D. Hills | Feb 10, 2015 | Uncategorized
Once in Police custody, every person is entitled to his or her Miranda Rights. Miranda Rights are in place to protect individuals from a violation of his or her Fifth Amendment right, which states that a person has a right to not incriminate him or herself. These...
by Michael D. Hills | Mar 9, 2015 | Michigan Drunk Driving
The legislature recently passed a law regarding drug and drink driving arrests and prosecutions. However, there was a technical error (may be a little sloppy) in the drafting of the law that some judges are reading to preclude prosecutors from using standard field...
by Michael D. Hills | Mar 13, 2015 | Michigan Drunk Driving
At our first jury trial since the admissibility of field sobriety tests came into question, the judge ruled the field sobriety tests are not admissible. The defense’s trial attorney, Jessica LaFond (Hills Law Office), went on to win the reduction she was looking for....
by Michael D. Hills | Jul 29, 2015 | Michigan Drunk Driving
It’s summertime in Michigan, and summer for Michiganders usually consists of time spent on one of the many lakes in our state. Before going out and enjoying your time, it’s important that you know the risks associated with drinking and boating. Much like...
by Michael D. Hills | Aug 4, 2015 | Michigan Law
Sentencing guidelines are applicable to felony cases in Michigan and, in the past, have given the judge the range for which he or she may sentence a Defendant. Guidelines are determined by considering two sets of factors – a defendant’s prior record and...
