What are the benefits of Michigan’s HYTA law-Holmes Youthful Trainee Act?

By Attorney James Czarnecki|Czarnecki & Taylor PLLC|NOV 4, 2022

Michigan’s HYTA law is designed to provide individuals who commit offenses an opportunity to keep a conviction off of their criminal history. HYTA helps protect their futures by allowing them to avoid a conviction. In addition, it allows young people to be eligible for special educational and employment opportunities that may not be available otherwise because of a conviction.

By avoiding a conviction, those who are eligible under this law can still live productive lives without the difficult consequences that often follow from a criminal record. Overall, Michigan’s HYTA law offers many benefits for young people who have made mistakes and provides them with the opportunity to overcome these mistakes, build better futures for themselves, and contribute more effectively as members of society.

What is the Holmes Youthful Trainee Act, also known as HYTA?

Michigan’s HYTA law, MCL 762.11, is a Michigan statute that allows youthful offenders to avoid a conviction on their criminal history for crimes they committed. After Michigan’s Holmes Youthful Trainee Act (also known as Michigan’s HYTA Law) is invoked, it gives judges discretion over what punishment the Michigan youth may receive – typically probation, fines and costs, restitution and/or community service.

In general, however, it is more likely for a Michigan judge to sentence an eligible offender who invokes the Michigan HYTA law to a term of probation rather than incarceration. Judges may also order defendants to community service and alcohol or drug abuse programs. Michigan law requires that the judge impose certain conditions of probation intended to provide for rehabilitation.

Information About Operating Under the Influence of Marijuana in Michigan

By Attorney James Czarnecki|Czarnecki & Taylor PLLC|Nov, 3, 2022

Since Michigan legalized recreational marijuana, charges for operating under the influence of marijuana are on the rise. There are several things to understand about this offense. First, it is important to know what constitutes marijuana impaired driving under Michigan law. Like DUI offenses, operating a motor vehicle under the influence of marijuana can result in very serious charges.

How to Expunge Your Michigan OWI Conviction.

By Attorney James Czarnecki|Czarnecki & Taylor PLLC|NOV 4, 2022

One of the most common questions we get at our office is whether a person can expunge a Michigan OWI conviction (operating while intoxicated) from their criminal record. The short answer is “yes.” However, the ability to expunge your Michigan OWI conviction depends on a number of factors, and each case is different.

When it comes to expunging a OWI record in Michigan, many people aren’t sure where to start or what steps they need to take. This blog post is designed to provide an overview of how the process works and what you can expect along the way. Whether you’re considering getting your record expunged or you’ve already started the process and need some guidance, this post will help you.

Michigan OWIs are now eligible for expungement.

On Monday, August 23, 2021, at 8:13 am, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed House Bills 4219 and 4220 allowing you the ability to expunge your Michigan OWI conviction from your Michigan criminal record.

Information on a First Offense Michigan OWI, Operating While Intoxicated charge.

By Attorney James Czarnecki|Czarnecki & Taylor PLLC|NOV 8, 2022

Sometimes, even the most intelligent people make poor decisions. A first offense Michigan OWI is often the result of a wrong decision. Many people make that mistake. Our office has represented people from all walks of life, including police officers, firefighters, doctors, lawyers, just about every career.

But, that mistake can have long-lasting on your life. Did you know that a first offense Michigan OWI can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony, depending on the facts of your case?

People who have never had a brush with the law are naturally concerned about what will happen. Often, an OWI is a person’s first contact with the law. People facing their first Michigan OWI charge have three primary concerns: how much jail time is involved, what the penalties are, and whether they need an attorney. Our goal in this article is to provide helpful information about these questions so you can better understand what you are facing.

How to handle your Michigan arrest warrant.

By Attorney James Czarnecki|Czarnecki & Taylor PLLC|NOV 2, 2022

Michigan arrest warrants — How to handle your Michigan arrest warrant.

Warrants can be a distressing situation, and it may seem like you’re in the deep end with no easy way out. If you have an arrest warrant for you, we want to help. We’ll walk through how to handle your Michigan arrest warrant that’s been issued for you so that you can take care of what needs doing.

How does a Michigan arrest warrant get issued?

An arrest warrant is a court-authorized document allowing the police to arrest someone to bring them to court. A judge issues an arrest warrant after being presented with information from the police. Before the court authorizes the warrant, the police must appear before the judge and make a sworn statement. The statement must establish probable cause that a crime had been committed and that the person named in the warrant committed the crime. The officer’s statement must be supported by evidence.

Michigan’s Good Samaritan Law as a Defense to Drug Possession

By Attorney James Czarnecki|Czarnecki & Taylor PLLC|NOV 3, 2022

Immunity from Arrest and Prosecution for Overdose — Michigan’s Good Samaritan Law was enacted to provide limited immunity from arrest or prosecution for possession and use of a controlled substance for people who need medical attention for an overdose.

This article will discuss the Michigan Good Samaritan Law as a defense against drug possession. Michigan is currently in the midst of an opioid epidemic. Statistics show that overdose deaths are now the leading cause of accidental death in the United States. Michigan’s Good Samaritan Law is a defense against drug possession under limited conditions.

Paramedics can prevent many drug overdose deaths if called right away. The chance of surviving an overdose, like a stroke or heart attack, depends on how fast a person receives medical attention. Michigan’s Good Samaritan Law focuses on the preservation of life. The law provides immunity from arrest and prosecution for possession charges.

How to Remove Your Michigan Arrest Warrant

By Attorney James Czarnecki|Czarnecki & Taylor PLLC|Nov, 1, 2022

Have you been trying to remove your Michigan arrest warrant? If so, this article will help you. Fear and anxiety can set in when you find out a Michigan warrant has been issued for your arrest. You do not want to be arrested at your place of work. You certainly do not want to get arrested during a traffic stop with your children in the car or at home. A warrant forces you to look over your shoulder constantly.