Why it’s in your best interest to hire a Michigan traffic ticket lawyer.

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

This article will discuss why you should hire a Michigan traffic ticket lawyer to handle your ticket. We’ll cover the major reasons it makes financial sense to hire a lawyer to fight a traffic ticket rather than simply paying the fine. We’ll also discuss what steps need to be taken when you have been issued a ticket.

Everyone gets a traffic ticket from time to time. It may be for speeding, not stopping at a stop sign, or just failing to yield. These tickets are usually $150 or more. Although not as serious as other types of legal issues, tickets are still punishable by law and should be handled with care.

You can expunge your Michigan DUI conviction.

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

Start over by learning how to expunge your Michigan OWI.

In this article Czarnecki & Taylor explain how to expunge a DUI conviction in Michigan. Information will include eligibility requirements for expungement, as well as guidance on the various steps involved.

What is an expungement?

First, an expungement is clearing your criminal record after meeting certain requirements under the law. This allows you to have greater opportunities when applying for jobs or housing.

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.

What is a Michigan bench warrant?

If you have a Michigan bench warrant out for your arrest, don’t panic. While it’s not fun to be arrested by police officers and taken to jail when you were expecting to do something else with your day, a proactive approach to handling a bench warrant can avoid that problem.

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.

Why you should clear your Michigan arrest warrant?

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

Why you should clear a Michigan warrant — Why you should clear your Michigan arrest warrant.

Do you have a Michigan warrant for your arrest? If so, you’re likely concerned about what comes next. While an arrest warrant isn’t the same as a criminal conviction, it can still have severe implications for your future, including potentially losing your job, being unable to get into certain educational programs, or finding housing. To move on with your life, you should clear your Michigan arrest warrant.

The Michigan Criminal Arraignment Process: 4 Important Functions

What happens at a Michigan criminal arraignment?

What happens at Michigan arraignments? Every criminal case has what is called an arraignment. This is the first hearing in a criminal case. The Michigan criminal arraignment process serves several purposes. Today we will go over what those functions are, what they entail, and how you can be prepared for your own arraignment. It serves several important functions, and it’s essential that you know what to expect when you or someone close to you is arraigned.

Information on the Michigan arrest warrant process.

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

Information on Michigan arrest warrants.

This article provides detailed information on the Michigan arrest warrant process. An arrest warrant is an authorization from the court that gives the police the authority to arrest someone. A police officer cannot issue a warrant. Only the court can. Typically, a police officer swears to facts that support the warrant in open court before the judge. A “swear to” is a statement made under oath alleging facts that support probable cause for an arrest.

How long do Michigan warrants last?

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

How long do Michigan arrest warrants last?

A common questions is, how long do Michigan warrants last? Whether their warrants will expire over time? In general, arrest warrants do not expire and remain active until resolved. If you have an outstanding warrant in Michigan, it is important to take action immediately to deal with the issue.

A Michigan warrant lasts until a judge cancels it. A Michigan warrant never expires. Warrants can last for years or even decades. For example, a judge can issue a bench warrant because a person failed to appear for their court date. Suppose twenty years go by and the person never gets stopped by the police. Once day, when they do get stopped for speeding, they can be arrested for the warrant – even 20 years later.

What are Your Rights When Stopped by Michigan Police?

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

People often ask us what are their rights when stopped by Michigan police. Specifically, people ask if they have to consent to a search of their car. Being stopped by the police causes a lot of anxiety and confusion. Many people don’t know what rights they have when stopped by the police. Your civil rights may seem like an abstract idea until those rights come into play when the police detain you during a traffic stop

What rights are involved during a traffic stop? How long can the police hold you? Do you have to consent to a search? This article discusses your rights when stopped by Michigan police.