

Teen charged with OWI
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Drunk Driving on Wednesday, February 15, 2012. Driving in an area that you are unfamiliar with can be tricky, but doing so while intoxicated can have serious consequences. This was the case for a Northville...
Michigan man facing federal gun charges
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Felonies on Wednesday, February 22, 2012. The law will catch up with you sooner or later and for a Michigan man, the law caught up to him as he was driving with stolen license plates, and was pulled over ea...
Man faces series of charges in drunk driving accident
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Drunk Driving on Friday, March 23, 2012. Driving while intoxicated is never a good idea, but when you cause an accident the charges that you will face could cause serious repercussions...
Sex offenders must keep on top of their registration status
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Sex Crimes on Friday, April 6, 2012. Being registered as a sex offender in the state of Michigan may require you to keep on top of your offender registration or face up to two years in prison. Michiga...
Former basketball standout turns life around after OWI arrests
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Drunk Driving on Wednesday, April 11, 2012. Too much partying and alcohol proved to be a life altering experience for former Michigan basketball standout Kevin Gaines. More than ten years ago, the 6-foot-4 ...
Past sexual assault charges haunt Michigan man
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Sexual Assault on Tuesday, May 1, 2012. One of the most important reasons to fight criminal sexual conduct charges in Michigan with every possible tool is that merely being charged wit...
Six sexual assault charges for Michigan man
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Sexual Assault on Tuesday, May 22, 2012. Most Ann Arbor, Michigan, residents have probably heard by now of the astonishing sexual assaults that were reported earlier this month by loca...
Local man could face life in prison after alleged sexual assault
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Sexual Assault on Friday, June 8, 2012. Our Ann Arbor area readers may have heard about the arrest of an Ypsilanti Township man earlier this month. The man has been charged with an ass...
Suspicion of drug manufacturing remains after recent arrest
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Felonies on Wednesday, June 13, 2012. Many of our readers may be aware of the ongoing, and growing, problem of methamphetamine manufacturing , distribution and trafficking in Ame...
Ypsilanti crash leads to drunk driving arrest
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Drunk Driving on Tuesday, June 19, 2012. When alcohol use and driving mix, the results can be less than favorable. People who drink alcohol and then drive are making a dangerous choice...
Felony OWI case headed for jury trial this month
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Drunk Driving on Thursday, July 5, 2012. The penalties for a drunk driving arrest can be severe. Jail time, probation, fines and damage to a reputation are all possible consequences fo...
Sexual assault case continues for Ypsilanti man
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Sexual Assault on Thursday, July 12, 2012. When a person finds themselves facing prosecution for an alleged crime, the most immediate feeling can be that of fear. The criminal justice ...
Sex crimes case results in plea deal for Michigan man
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Sex Crimes on Wednesday, August 8, 2012. A Michigan man recently received a much lighter sentence than he was originally looking at thanks to a plea bargain which was successfully nego...
Strong defense gains dismissal of felony charge for Michigan man
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Felonies on Tuesday, August 14, 2012. We've all heard the saying, "the devil is in the details." For one Michigan man, those details made all the difference when facing a felony charge of conspiracy to comm...
Authorities arrest Michigan man for alleged break-in
On behalf of posted in Felonies on Thursday, August 23, 2012. Although the investigation is still ongoing, recent reports indicate that Washtenaw County officials have arrested a 20-year-old man from Dexter who may have been involved in multiple incidents...
Cybercrime in Michigan - what should Ann Arbor residents expect?
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Internet Crimes on Wednesday, November 21, 2012. Technology can be a wonderful thing. Many of our Ann Arbor area readers most likely have a cellphone, and some have "smartphones&q...
18-year-old man arrested for alleged involvement in sexual assaults
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Sexual Assault on Thursday, September 27, 2012. The U.S. Marshals got involved in a recent arrest in Michigan when they took an 18-year-old Detroit man into custody under suspicion tha...
Prior criminal history can lead to more serious sentence
Can your prior record be used against you in a court of law? Yes. Facing any type of crime is a strenuous ordeal to begin with, but if a defendant has a prior criminal history and the prosecutor intends to use that against him, that can cause more problem...
Drunk driving charge turns into more for Michigan man
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Drunk Driving on Wednesday, October 24, 2012. Any Ann Arbor resident who is charged with OWI is likely to see both immediate and long-term consequences. In the immediate aftermath, the...
Authorities in Michigan step up DUI enforcement efforts
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC on Tuesday, November 6, 2012. Halloween is a great holiday, because both kids and adults get to dress up in wild costumes and have fun at parties with friends and family. However, many parties also include ...
Four men facing numerous serious charges in Ann Arbor
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Felonies on Wednesday, November 14, 2012. A single arrest can jeopardize so many parts of a Michigan resident's life. Any kind of criminal record can make it harder for a person to...
37-year-old man faces criminal sexual conduct charges
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Sexual Assault on Monday, December 10, 2012. Allegations of sexual assault are very serious for all of the parties involved. The alleged victim has to come forward with what is most li...
More criminal sexual conduct charges for Michigan man
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Sexual Assault on Wednesday, December 19, 2012. More allegations of sexual assault have been made against a former community event organizer in Washtenaw County. This ongoing sex...
Michigan man prepares for criminal trial
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Sex Crimes on Friday, January 4, 2013. The Internet is a wonderful thing. It has enhanced innumerable facets of many people's lives as well as adding an extra dimension to the econ...
Ann Arbor man faces lengthy prison sentence in sex crimes case
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Sexual Assault on Wednesday, January 23, 2013. Previous posts here have discussed the variety of penalties that are usually associated with allegations of sexual assault. From fines, c...
Forensic evidence could be the key to suspect's criminal defense
You probably know that some criminal cases can take a long time to resolve, especially sexual assault cases. Although every other show on television is a police show, making it look easy to bring a case together and go to trial, the reality is that some o...
Ann Arbor authorities planned increase in DUI checks over weekend
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Drunk Driving on Thursday, February 14, 2013. Some of our Ann Arbor readers probably know that the police have developed a number of strategies to combat driving while intoxicated over...
Psychologist faces sexual assault allegations in Ann Arbor
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Sexual Assault on Tuesday, February 19, 2013. Many times when someone is arrested, the last thing on that person's mind are the long-term consequences. That is because even for a f...
Ann Arbor man opts for plea deal, avoids criminal trial
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Sex Crimes on Thursday, March 7, 2013. Sometimes a decision that a person makes in their personal life happens to be against the law. Not all sex crimes charges are based o...
Investigation underway on allegations of sexual assault
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Sexual Assault on Monday, March 11, 2013. Some of our Ann Arbor readers may have seen a recent report about a local man who is under investigation on allegations of sexual assault. It ...
St. Patrick's Day brought increased police patrols to Ann Arbor
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Drunk Driving on Wednesday, March 27, 2013. Police departments throughout the country have several times per year when they increase patrols and DUI checkpoints. Among those times are ...
Michigan man decides plea bargain is the best criminal defense
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Sexual Assault on Thursday, April 11, 2013. When a person is facing allegations of sexual assault, their immediate desire may be to fight the charges in every way possible. This is a v...
Supreme Court weighs in on driving while intoxicated case
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Drunk Driving on Wednesday, April 24, 2013. Many of our Ann Arbor readers probably know what would take place during a DUI stop. The term "breathalyzer" is commonly used in reference to the breath tes...
Fraud charges dismissed by appeals court in Michigan
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Felonies on Friday, May 3, 2013. When a celebrity is arrested for something as minor as misdemeanor disorderly conduct, Ann Arbor residents hear about it in the news. When a big-time f...
Cyberstalking case includes alleged victims in Michigan
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Internet Crimes on Thursday, May 9, 2013. In what appears to be a wide-ranging federal investigation into cybercrime, a man has been arrested out-of-state for allegedly victimizing col...
Tragedy in the wake of alleged driving while intoxicated incident
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Drunk Driving on Thursday, May 16, 2013. Our Ann Arbor readers are probably used to seeing news headlines that are designed to catch a reader's eye and make them curious enough to want to know more. This is...
Criminal sexual conduct charges for Ypsilanti Township resident
On behalf of Simon & Geherin, PLLC posted in Sexual Assault on Thursday, May 23, 2013. Many of our readers would most likely agree that being listed on the sex offender registry is probably pretty humiliating. A person listed on ...
Michigan authorities planning increased DUI enforcement
Any Michigan driver probably knows that one of the worst decisions a person can make on the state's roadways is to drive after drinking. Most probably know that the current maximum legal blood alcohol content level is .08 percent, and many are probably be...
Possession of child pornography charges after storage unit opened
Many of our Ann Arbor readers are probably familiar with the popular "Storage Wars" reality shows on television, where people bid on storage units whose owners have failed to make the required monthly payments. These people buy the storage units...
Ann Arbor lawyer deals with his own criminal case
The Ann Arbor community received quite a shock recently when a member of the Downtown Development Authority was arrested on sexual assault charges . The investigation into the alleged charge is still ongoing, but the initial details that have been r...
Local area sees more counterfeit money - will there be arrests?
Many of our Ann Arbor readers probably have their own perceptions of someone who is charged with a "white collar crime." This term usually makes people think of felonies like embezzlement or insider trading as opposed to more "serious charg...
Several suspects in Ypsilanti may end up facing robbery charges
Some of our Ann Arbor readers may have heard by now that two instances of robbery allegedly occurred in Ypsilanti within a nine hour period from Wednesday, September 11, to Thursday, September 12. According to the reports, the first instance involved a ma...
Serious charges filed as accident investigation is concluded
Many of our Ann Arbor readers are probably familiar with the August 7 car collision that claimed the life of a University of Michigan student. It was a tragic incident in which the young student was apparently crossing the street in a designated crosswalk...
Sex offender registry includes important dates in October
Many of our Michigan readers probably know that one of the consequences of being convicted on sex crime charges is being listed on the sex offender registry. However, what some people may not know is that convicted sex offenders who are listed...
Two separate incidents result in allegations of sexual assault
Most of our Michigan readers who went to college probably want their children to grow up and have the "college experience" as well. Obviously the main goal of attending college is to get a quality education, but there is much more to those cruci...
BAC level over 0.17 invokes Michigan's Super Drunk law
Some of our Ann Arbor readers may have seen a previous post here describing Michigan's so-called Super Drunk law . The law, which includes increased penalties for anyone arrested for driving while intoxicated with a blood alcohol content level o...
Investigation reveals that alleged sexual assault was consensual
So often when allegations of sexual assault arise law enforcement officers have to deal with different stories from two different perspectives: one from the alleged attacker and one from the alleged victim. If there is no other physical evidence to consid...
BAC level of .18 leads to enhanced charges
It's that time of year again - a time to celebrate the holiday season with family and friends. We're well into the Christmas season now, with Thanksgiving having come and gone. Unfortunately, one man from Ypsilanti Township will probably remember ...
Murder charges filed after a month-long investigation
Felonies occur in communities throughout the country every day, but the details of some are more shocking than others. Sadly, the Ann Arbor area recently had to hear about the details of an alleged crime that left three men facing murder charges after wee...
Woman gets DUI charge after late-night run to Steak 'n Shake
The celebrations surrounding New Year's Eve and New Year's Day have come and gone, but for some people the events of those days will not soon be forgotten. Most of our Ann Arbor readers probably know that police agencies throughout the country increase ...
DUI charge after fellow motorist reports alleged drunk driver
Most of our Ann Arbor readers probably know that one of the most common ways police officers detect drunk driving is by pulling drivers over for traffic violations. For instance, if a police officer sees a driver speeding or failing to signal a turn, they...
Blood draw allegedly reveals BAC level over .17
It is pretty much common knowledge that the legal limit for a driver's blood alcohol content in all 50 states is .08. However, some Michigan residents still might not know about the state's Super Drunk law . This law, which has been in effec...
Impact of alleged victim's testimony in criminal defense strategy
When someone is facing allegations of sexual assault , one of the strategies to take in the case is to avoid a jury trial at all costs. This can be important because if a sexual assault case is allowed to proceed to a trial in front of a jury, the p...
Woman arrested with alleged blood alcohol content level of .23
Most of our readers have probably heard about Michigan's "Super Drunk" law by now. The crux of the law is that a regular DUI charge will be enhanced to a higher charge with the potential for more significant penalties if a driver is alleged to have a bloo...
Possibility of a DUI charge could be higher over holiday weekends
Yet another holiday was upon us recently, and many Michigan residents probably celebrated by wearing something green to work or even going out for a green beer at happy hour. St. Patrick's Day celebrations seem to get bigger every year, with several major...
Teenager faces DUI charge in Macomb County
An arrest on a DUI charge can be a serious concern for any Michigan resident, but when the arrestee is a teenager the potential for life plans to be completely disrupted in the long term can a very real and very frightening consequence. For one teenager i...
Ann Arbor man arrested at work with a reported .27 BAC level
Most of our Ann Arbor readers probably know that being arrested on a DUI charge can have a significant impact on a person's ability to keep or gain employment. For the most fortunate of people, their employers are willing to look past this type of inc...
Police investigation leads to car chase through Ann Arbor streets
It's not every day that Ann Arbor residents see a scene unfold on the city streets that could be straight out of the latest action movie. But that is what happened on April 22, and as a result three men are facing some very serious charges. According ...
Very few details about investigation into alleged sexual assault
There are few things that can stir up public outcry like allegations of sexual assault. The problem can be even worse when an alleged attack occurs and an immediate arrest isn't made. In this type of situation, law enforcement officials may feel press...
Registered sex offender faces more sex crimes allegations
Anyone who is listed on the sex offender registry in Michigan is going to have to live with the fact that they will be under a microscope for the rest of their lives. Having to register as a sex offender is one of the most serious consequences that someon...
Michigan football player dealing with drunk driving charge
One of the most troubling aspects of getting arrested for driving while intoxicated is the immediate consequences the arrestee could face from an employer or other entity they are involved with, way before any final resolution is reached in the case. For ...
Nationwide operation targets child sexual abuse, sex trafficking
Over the last several years our Ann Arbor readers may have noticed that sex trafficking, especially child sex trafficking, has become a major concern of both state and federal law enforcement agencies. Many people still believe that this issue is a foreig...
Driving while intoxicated over holidays can end with a DUI charge
The recent holiday weekend saw plenty of fireworks, family get-togethers and parties throughout Michigan. But, as with many other popular holidays, many of our Michigan readers may have noticed another common aspect of these times of the years: increased ...
Ann Arbor man, 22, faces allegations of sexual assault
For most people facing allegations of sexual assault, there is a "before" and "after": as in how life was before the allegations, and then after. This is because even in those instances where the allegations are determined to be unfoun...
The truth and myths about breath tests
Our Ann Arbor readers probably know that there are several different ways to determine the blood alcohol content level of a suspected drunk driver. However, by and large the most common method used by law enforcement officials throughout America is the Br...
An overview of common field sobriety tests
Everyone knows that conducting a breath test is almost always the go-to method for a police officer to make a determination as to whether or not a driver who they have pulled over has been drinking alcohol. The results of these breath tests are usually ta...
Penalties for Drunk Driving in Michigan
Penalties for Drunk Driving in Michigan People accused of drunk driving in Michigan have many rights at stake if they are convicted. Drinking and driving is taken very seriously in Michigan, and penalties range depending upon the blood alcohol concentrati...
Grand Rapids marijuana decriminalization effort in jeopardy
Grand Rapids marijuana decriminalization effort in jeopardy In November 2012, voters in Grand Rapids approved an initiative that amended the city charter to decriminalize the possession of a small amount of marijuana. The amendment makes the personal poss...
Conviction for larceny reversed, where the theft was not "from a person"
Conviction for larceny reversed, where the theft was not "from a person" An individual can be charged with a variety of offenses related to "theft," from robbery and embezzlement to shoplifting, depending on the circumstances of the ca...
Michigan Supreme Court overturns restitution order against thief
The Michigan Supreme Court has ruled that a man cannot be ordered to pay restitution for crimes he was not actually charged with. Court rules convicts cannot be ordered to pay restitution for crimes they are not charged with The Michigan Supreme Court has...
Always Consult With a Criminal Attorney in Ann Arbor Before Taking Action
If you have been arrested for an illegal nature, it is definitely time to consult with someone who knows how to make this particular situation easier. After all, you have so many questions and you don't really know who you can turn to for good advice....
Hire a Felony Defense Attorney in Ann Arbor to Protect You
Anytime you are responsible for criminal activity, it is extremely important for you to admit to the things that you have done wrong so you can get started with putting your life back on track. It is obvious that you are concerned about the future. After ...
Your Best Criminal Attorney in Ann Arbor Will Protect Your Legal Rights
If you have recently been arrested for criminal activity, it is obvious that you have a long road ahead of you. You may be in danger of having to spend time in jail. When this happens, you are no doubt going to need as much help as you can get. It is gene...
How to Choose the Best Attorney for Your Criminal Defense in Ann Arbor
Take The Stress Out of Choosing a Michigan Criminal Defense Lawyer If you or someone you love has been charged with a crime , it’s important that you hire the best criminal defense attorney for your case. For people who have never been charged...
How an Ann Arbor Criminal Defense Attorney Can Help You
Should you hire an Ann Arbor Criminal Defense attorney if you’re facing criminal charges? If you or someone you care about is facing criminal charges , the stakes are high. Your job, your future, and your freedom could all be at stake. It&rsqu...
Born, Raised, Live & Practice Here: Hire an Authentic Ann Arbor Criminal Defense Attorney
When a person is arrested or charged with a crime in Washtenaw County, ranging from a misdemeanor drunk driving citation to a capital felony allegation, he/she often doesn’t know where to turn for help. We see firsthand the anxiety, fear...
Retain an Ann Arbor Criminal Defense Attorney with Real Trial Experience!
A man is charged with a crime he did not commit; a woman is arrested for drunk driving even though she only consumed two glasses of wine; a husband is jailed for domestic violence and prevented from going home because his ex-wife simply made an all...
PICKING UP THE PIECES AFTER GETTING ARRESTED FOR DUI IN ANN ARBOR
First you see the sirens, then you see the uniformed officer approaching. Your heart starts beating uncontrollably, and within minutes, you’re asked to step from your car, perform several difficult tests, and blow into a tube. You’r...
How Do I Get to Work if I Don't Have a License? Hire a License Specialist Following a DUI Arrest in Ann Arbor
After the shock, humiliation and fear of a DUI arrest begins to wear off, you're left with nagging but serious questions aboutyour ability to drive: How will this affect my license? My job? My freedom? Will I ever get a full license back? Wi...
What Happens If I Refuse a Breath or Blood Test Following a DUI Arrest in Ann Arbor?
For the last 25+ years, when my phone rings in the middle of the night, this is the most common question I get asked from clients who have been arrested for drunk driving: “Should I refuse the breath or blood test?” There is no quick or ...
Need a Personal Injury Attorney in Ann Arbor? Consult with Actual Trial Attorneys at Geherin Law Group
We’ve all read about scary situations. You may even have experienced one yourself: a distracted driver hits and severely injures a loved one on his motorcycle in Chelsea. A drunk driver smashes into you whileyou’reriding your bicycle near the Huron Ri...
Have Questions About Whether You Have a Claim For Your Personal Injury? Turn to Geherin Law Group Attorneys For Answers
If you are injured by the negligent act of another, you might be entitled to full compensation from your own insurance company, directly from the other person or business, and/or from the other’s insurance company. Unfortunately, insurance companies...
What is Wrongful Death in Ann Arbor? - Turn to the Personal Justice Firm of Geherin Law Group, PLLC.
Not every attorney has the experience, skill and reputation to handle a wrongful death case. After all, there is no greater time of need for a respected, aggressive, and intelligent attorney than when a loved one is killed by the negligent or crimin...
Everything You Need to Find Out From Your Wrongful Death Attorney But Were Afraid to Ask
When your loved one is killed by the negligent, intentional, or criminal act of another person or entity, your family may be able to bring a Wrongful Death lawsuit. When a death occurs, a victim’s family should consult with a civil litigation law fi...
Are You on a Quest to Find the Best Criminal Attorney in Ann Arbor?
These days, we’re all looking to find the “best” of everything: The best restaurant; the best hotel; the best deal. We look to websites, social media, and to customer reviews, all trying to gauge the best of something. Attorneys are not ...
Will Your Holiday Celebration Result in the Need for a Drunk Driving Attorney in Ann Arbor?
During any holiday season, the number of drunk driving arrests spikes dramatically. Why? Two reasons: police enforcement of drunk driving goes up significantly during busy holiday seasons, and people tend to drink more during holiday parties, celebrations...
Ann Arbor Criminal Defense Lawyers Offer Free Consultations!
The idea of finding and retaining a criminal defense lawyer in Ann Arbor can be intimidating. Why? Because you deserve to have 100% trust in your attorney—to achieve the results you want, to work hard, to be honest, to be fair with fees,...
Washtenaw County Lawyers
Washtenaw County certainly has its share of experienced, dedicated and successful lawyers. Most Washtenaw County lawyers are centered in Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti or Saline—with a sprinkling in Dexter, Chelsea and Milan. Many Washtenaw County lawyers spe...
Juvenile or Adult Criminal Defense?
Parents are often shocked and angry when they find out that their high-school-aged kids will be tried as adults in the Michigan criminal justice system. Currently, kids who allegedly commit crimes in Michigan on or after their 17th birthday are auto...
Ann Arbor Criminal Defense "A to Z"
Almost every day, potential clients call to ask if we handle the type of case they’re facing: “Do you handle felony cases?” “Are you experienced in domestic violence allegations?” “What’s your success ...
A MONTH IN THE LIFE OF A BOARD-CERTIFIED CRIMINAL TRIAL ATTORNEY….
In the span of 30 days, Board-Certified Criminal Trial Attorney Dan Geherin of the Geherin Law Group, (GLGMichigan) fought and won cases for clients all over Washtenaw County. Here are 5 highlights from the month: February 21 2019: ...
What's the Difference Between OWI and a DUI in Michigan? What's an OWVI?
Most states call a drunk driving case a “DUI.” Some call it “DWI.” Michigan, on the other hand, uses a complicated acronym designation for alcohol (and drug) driving offenses. For starters, Michigan uses “O&...
Ann Arbor Criminal Defense Attorney
Daniel T. Geherin, founder and principal attorney at Geherin Law Group, PLLC (GLGMichigan) in Ann Arbor, has been immersed in the criminal justice system since 1995. In the 1980’s, Dan read the books “ Helter Skelter ” and “ The Michigan Murders ,...
17-Year-Olds Now Classified as Juveniles in MI
MICHIGAN FINALLY DECLARES 17-YEAR-OLDS AS JUVENILES FOR CRIMINAL CHARGE DESIGNATION Parents are always shocked, angry and dumbfounded when they find out that their 17-year-old child is an adult for criminal justice purposes in Michigan. After all, t...
Criminal Sexual Conduct - Felony Defense Attorney in Ann Arbor
Charged with Criminal Sexual Conduct in Michigan? You need an experienced felony defense attorney. Aside from a murder charge, being accused of rape is the most serious charge a person faces in Michigan—let alone any state. Not only might the ...
What is going on with Michigan Datamaster/ Breath Testing?
Searching for the best DUI attorney in Ann arbor? DataMaster breath tests may be inaccurate. Last week, the Michigan State Police dropped a BOMBSHELL on the criminal justice system: They sent a letter to local police and prosecutors saying that a po...
What Happens at an "Arraignment" in Michigan?
Are you looking for the best criminal defense attorney in Washtenaw County? While some criminal justice concepts are self-explanatory (i.e., trial; sentencing; jail), others are confusing to those “outside” the system. For example, most ...
Will A Delay Help – Or Hurt – My Criminal Case?
As Michigan courts remain closed during the Emergency Order, clients with open criminal cases are caught in limbo: No court appearances scheduled; trials/motions postponed indefinitely, extended bond/probation conditions. In times like these, you wa...
Personal Solutions During the COVID-19 Crisis
Without a doubt, the COVID-19 health pandemic is a societal crisis gravely affecting millions of people all over Michigan. For most people, it has been a personal crisis as well: Loss of employment/income; inability to connect with family/frie...
What Exactly is "Bond" or "Bail"?
Lately, there’s been a lot of talk about eliminating “cash bonds/bail” in Michigan. Some progressive states, like California, have been working towards that stance in recent years. Essentially, this movement stands for the id...
Diversion Programs for Michigan Criminal Offenses
For every person charged with a crime in Ann Arbor or throughout Michigan, the consequences of a conviction can be life-altering. Convictions can result in loss of employment or inability to find a job; financial ruin; family/custody/relationship up...
What is "Probable Cause Conference" (or "PCC") in Michigan?
When a person is charged with a felony offense in Washtenaw County or throughout Michigan, he or she often receives a court notice for a “Probable Cause Conference,” or PCC . While some appearances are obvious just by their titles (i.e.,...
Can I Still Have a Criminal Trial During a Pandemic?
Courts in Washtenaw County and throughout Southeastern Michigan had to reinvent themselves and figure out how to handle busy criminal dockets despite a health pandemic and various governmental shutdowns. Courts couldn’t simply cancel criminal docket...
Should I Hire an Attorney for a First Time OWI/DUI Arrest?
You’re leaving a holiday party after consuming a few beers, and suddenly you hear sirens behind you. The fear, panic and anxiety start to kick in; am I over the legal limit? Am I going to jail? Will I lose my driver’s license? After spen...
What Exactly is “Cross-Examination?”
Every day, in courtrooms throughout Michigan (and even on Zoom screens during the COVID pandemic), cases are won or lost based on the effective or ineffective cross-examination of witnesses. What is cross-examination? It is the questioning of ...
What Exactly is an “Expungement” in Michigan?
In the last year, there has been a lot of “buzz” about expungement of criminal records in Michigan. In 2020, Michigan passed a series of “clean-slate” initiatives which expanded eligibility for people to seek expungements, and in m...
Expungement of Criminal Records in Washtenaw County
Are you looking to get your criminal record expunged in Washtenaw County? Do you need help navigating the legal system? Are you overwhelmed with bills and not being able to provide a better quality of life for yourself and your family? Expunging your crim...
Can the police obtain my private medical or hospital records following an OWI arrest?
For many people, a drunk driving arrest occurs after they’re pulled over for a “routine” traffic offense like speeding or weaving. Others, regrettably, might be involved in a traffic accident after drinking alcohol. For these people, the...
Can You Be Discharged Early from Probation?
Michigan has seen many changes to its criminal justice system over the past year. Part of that is due to the research and findings of the Michigan Joint Task Force on Jail and Pretrial Incarceration, which was created in 2019 by Governor Whitmer. This div...
Dan Geherin, Criminal Defense Attorney in Ann Arbor, Named in the 28th Edition of The Best Lawyers in America 2022
Dan Geherin, criminal defense attorney at Geherin Law Group, PLLC. has been named in the 28th edition of The Best Lawyers in America List from BestLawyers.com. Best Lawyers publications have earned the respect of the profession, the media, and the p...
What is an “Advice of Rights” Form for Criminal Cases?
When a person is charged with a criminal offense in Michigan, they typically have two options: litigate or negotiate. The majority of criminal cases don’t go to litigation or trial, but resolve with a plea of some sort (either a plea or senten...
How Do I Select the Best Ann Arbor Criminal Defense Attorney for My Case?
Gone are the days where each town only had 1-2 general practice attorneys who could reasonably handle criminal cases. The concept that attorneys only advertise in areas in which they practice is also gone. Internet marketing allows attorneys from all over...
University of Michigan “ECRT” Hearings
The University of Michigan has created a department called the Equity, Civil Rights, and Title IX Office (ECRT) to handle sexual and gender-based misconduct cases that occur on its campus or by its members (students and employees). The University of Michi...
Event Data Recorders in Cars: Examining the “Black Box” in Auto Accident Cases
When an airplane or helicopter crashes, investigators scour the wreckage to find the “black box” to learn more about what lead to the accident. Believe it or not, there are similar “black boxes” (formally known as, “Event Dat...
Can a Criminal Charge Take Away Your Gun Rights in Michigan?
There are thousands of proud gun owners and enthusiasts in Michigan. Michigan residents use firearms for many reasons, including hobbies (target shooting), recreational sports (hunting), and home or self-protection. Many go the extra mile and apply for a ...
Michigan State Police Drops a Bombshell About Compromised Marijuana Testing in OWI/DUI Cases
In 2018, Michigan was the first state in the Midwest to legalize the recreational use of marijuana for those over the age of 21. However, the laws relating to Operating While Intoxicated/Impaired (OWI) didn't change with respect to marijuana. A driver can...
What is “Retail Fraud” in Michigan?
Retail Fraud is an overly-complicated legal term--it simply means “Shoplifting.” In Michigan, a person who takes property (e.g. food, candy, clothing) from a store that’s open to the public will be charged with the crime of Retail Fraud....
How Arrests/Convictions Are Abstracted To The Secretary Of State
When someone is arrested for OWI, the officer generates a DI-177 form to provide to the driver. A copy of this form is sent directly to the Michigan Secretary of State. That notifies the Secretary of State that a person has been arrested for an OWI and mi...
Leaving the Scene of an Accident in Michigan
A mom is out grocery shopping and bumps the car next to hers. She sees only slight damage to the other car and goes about her day shopping. A teenage driver hits a mailbox while backing out of a friend’s house and keeps on going. A professiona...
Protecting The License
What Happens At A Pretrial In An OWI Case? Pre-trial Conferences (also known as Status Conferences) are early-stage proceedings where the case sets off into one of two directions: Towards litigation, or towards case negotiation/resolution. Litigatio...
Restoring The License
How Long Does A Person Have To Wait To Become Legally Eligible To File For Driver’s License Restoration in Michigan After Multiple OWIs? A person’s eligibility depends on his/her master driving record. A defense attorney should requi...
What Criminal Charges Have Driver's License Consequences?
Daniel T. Geherin, attorney and owner of the Geherin Law Group in Ann Arbor, is a criminal defense attorney and driver’s license appeals specialist. Dan—a former prosecutor and board-certified criminal trial attorney—is also the fo...
What Is a Charge of “Domestic Violence” in Michigan?
Every Wednesday morning, the Ann Arbor 15th District Court has a full, busy docket solely dedicated to Domestic Violence cases. Every Thursday afternoon, the Chelsea 14a3 District Court has a full, busy docket solely dedicated to Domestic Violence cases. ...
What is a "PPO" in Michigan?
Many people have heard the term “Restraining Order.” But, in Michigan, restraining orders are actually known by a confusing acronym, “PP0,” which stands for Personal Protection Order. PPOs are court orders signed by a C...
What is “Restitution” and When is it Required For a Criminal Conviction?
The financial cost of a criminal conviction can be staggering. Fines and costs—those financial penalties ordered by a Judge at sentencing---usually surpass $1,000.00 for a simple misdemeanor conviction (including OWI). Felonies usually c...