ByMatthew BenedictSo many of us carry around phones that hold 16 gigs of our personal information. Every person should know their rights when it comes to police searches and cell phones. The Federal Supreme Court is the final authority on Fourth Amendment searches. The rules and laws created by the Supreme Court trickle down to the…
ByMatthew BenedictIn Traverse City, and all of Northern Michigan, in the winter there are a lot of accidents where the drivers leave the scene. Why the driver leaves the scene depends on the driver and location of the accident. If the driver is intoxicated, the driver has a strong motivation to lock up their car and leave…
ByMatthew BenedictThis article will provide some basic information regarding a driver losing their driving privileges, from a suspension, in Michigan. A hardship appeal for a driver’s license is available for aggrieved drivers in very limited circumstances. Eligibility The first thing that has to be determined is whether the driver has been “suspended” vs. “revoked.” Once a…
ByMatthew BenedictI am writing this article to educate the general public in Traverse City about the consequences of a domestic violence prosecution to a family. Domestic violence is a crime that has become a hot topic for prosecutors, Courts, and our Michigan Legislature. The hallmark of the domestic violence program in the 86th District Court is…
