Fowlerville Michigan Family Law Blog
Will challenging a will automatically invoke a no-contest clause?
Estate planning experts encourage Fowlerville residents to be transparent when drafting their estate planning instruments. The purpose of such advice is to help avoid you and others from feeling blindsided if and when one’s desires do not meet your expectations. When...
Detailing Michigan’s intestate succession guidelines
Most in Fowlerville will likely agree that it is important to have a plan in place for accounting for the distribution of one’s assets when they die. Yet despite recognizing this, many American adults still do not have a will (indeed, per information shared by the...
What should you know about carrying a concealed weapon?
According to USCCA, carrying a concealed weapon can be charged as long as the weapon that is being concealed cannot be easily seen. It does not need to be completely hidden. So what are the penalties for being in violation of Michigan's carrying concealed weapons law?...
What does Michigan law state about possession of marijuana?
If the Michigan state prosecutor charges you with possession of marijuana, you're looking at one year in the county jail and a fine of up to $2000. Even on a city case, you're still looking at up to 93 days in jail and a $500 fine plus costs. And on top of that,...
More job opportunities for convicts in Michigan
A criminal conviction can follow a person for the rest of their lives. It affects almost every facet of daily living. When people learn someone has a criminal record, they may treat them differently. This leads to ostracization before even getting to know the...
What is the relationship between juvenile justice and education?
There is a correlation between your child's education and his or her involvement in the Michigan juvenile justice system. In other words, involvement in the juvenile justice system may hurt your child's educational prospects, both now and in the future. Not only that,...
Evidence collection in drunk driving cases
During the holidays, you might find yourself attending more social events than normal. This is common for many people in Michigan. At these events, hosts may serve you wine, beer, spiked egg nog or some other alcoholic beverage, which is also very common. Here at...
When your ex tries to make life difficult during a divorce
The divorce process can be relatively straightforward for some couples, with both parties respecting each other and working together to find an outcome that is in everyone’s best interests. In other cases, it can be very difficult, not only when finances are taken...
Dealing with a language barrier during divorce
For people across the country, ending a marriage may be especially tricky due to a language barrier. For example, some people may have moved to the U.S. in order to live with their spouse, but the marriage may be coming to an end and they may have difficulty with...
Exercising your Miranda rights
Speaking to law enforcement after an arrest can often be unnerving. A person in Michigan who faces interrogation may feel confused or upset by the process to the point that he or she may speak without realizing the consequences of making statements. According to the...
