On behalf of Kirsch Daskas Law Group | Feb 23, 2020 | Sexual assault
Many states have joined a national shift toward lengthening or even doing away with statutes of limitations for some sex crimes. Michigan’s new rules make it part of this trend. What is a “statute of limitations”? Crimes and other wrongdoing often get harder to prove...
On behalf of Kirsch Daskas Law Group | Feb 13, 2020 | Sexual assault
It’s very hard to know where the lines are when it comes to touching others who are not direct members of your family. Even something very simple could get misinterpreted. Is giving a hug to the wrong person going to get you accused of sexual harassment or even...
On behalf of Kirsch Daskas Law Group | Feb 12, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Defining domestic violence for legal purposes can be very difficult because domestic violence can take so many forms. Years ago, most states only recognized severe physical abuse as domestic violence. Unless someone had bruises or broken bones, law enforcement and the...
On behalf of Kirsch Daskas Law Group | Feb 8, 2020 | Sexual assault
“Date rape,” or acquaintance rape, is a form of sexual violence against someone you know and may even have been romantically involved with at some point. It’s particularly problematic on college campuses. A lot of times, drugs and alcohol are involved and the actual...
On behalf of Kirsch Daskas Law Group | Feb 7, 2020 | Criminal Defense
Getting accused of a crime or arrested unexpectedly can send you into a mental and emotional tailspin. Many people struggle to understand how they wound up in a situation that puts their freedom and reputation at risk. Defending yourself against serious allegations or...
On behalf of Kirsch Daskas Law Group | Feb 6, 2020 | Juvenile Crimes
Most teenagers don’t realize that “sexting” — the practice of sending sexually explicit pictures or messages to their romantic interests — can send them to prison. In Michigan, sexting involving a minor is considered child pornography. Here’s something...
On behalf of Kirsch Daskas Law Group | Feb 3, 2020 | Criminal Defense
An arrest for indecent exposure in Michigan isn’t just embarrassing — it’s a serious issue. Sometimes charges take defendants by surprise because exactly what “counts” as indecent exposure can be puzzling and vague. Here’s what you should know about indecent...
