by Michael D. Hills | May 21, 2014 | Federal Law, Constitution, Search Warrants
Clients often ask me whether the search conducted on their home and/or property was legal. This blog will provide an overview of the Fourth Amendment prohibition against unreasonable searches and seizures. The Fourth Amendment applies when a person has a “reasonable...
by Michael D. Hills | Jul 29, 2014 | Constitution, Search Warrants
I am often asked about what constitutes an unlawful search. It is first important to understand that the United States and Michigan Constitutions protect a citizen from unreasonable searches and seizures. Generally, a search without a warrant is per se unreasonable...
by Michael D. Hills | Oct 29, 2014 | Constitution, Sex Crime
Sometimes child witnesses are given special accommodations in a trial and other criminal proceedings. It is important to remember that in a criminal case, you have a right to confront the witnesses against you pursuant to the Michigan and United States...
by Jessica LaFond | Sep 14, 2016 | Jessica LaFond, Constitution, Sex Crime, Sex Offender Laws
In the recent case of Does v. Snyder, the Sixth Circuit analyzed Michigan’s amendments to its Sex Offender Registration Act (SORA) and concluded that when applied retroactively, it violates the United States Constitution. The Sixth Circuit Court analyzed...
