Young people often struggle with unfair situations at school, but the school itself should not be unfair to anyone. Any educational institution that accepts some kind of federal funding is subject to Title IX, a 1972 law that forbids any discrimination against a person “on the basis of sex.” If you believe your child has […]

In Michigan, there are two statutes under which someone could be charged with resisting arrest. Resisting Arrest can be charged as either a felony by the state or a misdemeanor by the local prosecutor, based upon the specifics of the incident. The amount of “resistance” that may result in a charge is low. Both, however, […]

A drunk driving conviction in Michigan can have life-changing consequences. It is a crime for a driver to have a bodily alcohol content (BAC) of .08 or greater if over age 21 or .02 or greater if under 21. In addition, Michigan has a high-BAC law with enhanced penalties for anyone caught driving with a […]

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 Pandemic, the incidence of Domestic Violence has skyrocketed across the country. With people limiting their contact with outsiders and staying home, tensions have risen to a fevered pitch in many households in the past couple of years. As a result, there have been more people charged with Domestic Violence […]

Teens are curious, and they want to explore the environment around them. They especially want to know what is happening online because they live in a digital age where social media and web surfing are second-nature. They can bypass parental controls even when you set them up on their devices. Unfortunately, their curiosity and need […]

By: Ben Hall When I was a police officer, I would get warrant requests denied by the prosecutor’s office for a follow-up to get an interview with the suspect. Why? Let’s assume he won’t talk to me or denies involvement, now I resubmit the warrant request and we are in the same boat. Fast forward […]

Don’t underestimate the seriousness of stalking charges On Behalf of Kirsch Daskas Law Group | May 31, 2022 | Criminal Defense  It’s not unusual for stalking charges to accompany charges of domestic assault. It’s also not uncommon for someone to be charged with stalking if they violate a restraining order that accompanied domestic violence allegations or conviction. Stalking isn’t itself […]

Resisting arrest is a bad idea On Behalf of Kirsch Daskas Law Group | May 18, 2022 | Criminal Defense  You’ve been a law-abiding citizen for years and your interactions with law enforcement have been minimal. In fact, you largely have a good impression of police officers and the work that they do. One day, you’re approached by law enforcement […]

Writing a prescription for a friend can lead to criminal charges On Behalf of Kirsch Daskas Law Group | Apr 29, 2022 | Criminal Defense  Physicians are subject to strict rules regarding their ethics. You probably know that it is professionally questionable to treat your family or friends. The chances are good that your employer does not allow you to […]

What to do if you’re contacted by the police in your home On Behalf of Kirsch Daskas Law Group | Mar 31, 2022 | Criminal Defense  If the police knock and ask to enter your home, you don’t have to admit them unless they have a warrant signed by a judge. However, in some emergency situations (like when a person […]