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Michigan courts often have pretrial diversion programs that offer an opportunity to avoid a permanent criminal conviction on your record. On a nice spring day in April 2015, a tour bus carrying rapper Nelly was stopped and searched for drugs. When all was said and done, the police found marijuana, methamphetamine, and other drugs. Nelly and some of his crew…
Attorney Carl Jordan negotiated a sentence agreement for his client to serve jail time on weekends. The client was able to keep his job and be at home with his wife and children. Convincing the Court to Allow Weekend Jail Convincing a judge to minimize jail time or approve an alternative sentence takes careful preparation by an experienced lawyer who…
Hiring a criminal defense attorney with no trial experience may result in a less-than-favorable outcome. This blog article explores reasons an attorney with trial experience gives you the best chance of a positive outcome in your criminal matter – including acquittal, dismissal of the charges, or the most favorable plea deal possible. When I’m Facing Charges, What Should I Look…
“Diversion” refers to a number of programs that help divert a criminal case from the criminal justice system. An example is Michigan’s drug diversion program where a defendant is given the opportunity to complete substance abuse classes in lieu of being charged with a crime. If you are charged with a crime in Metro Detroit, you need to know your…
If you’re facing CCW charges in Wayne, Oakland or Macomb County and want to have your charges reduced or dismissed, Attorney Carl Jordan shares your goal. He has an outstanding track record in getting great results in CCW cases. These types of charges require a knowledgeable and experienced attorney. Judges and prosecutors are intent on getting convictions due to the…
MCL 333.7411 provides a pretrial diversion program for the crime of use or possession of drugs. The program offers an opportunity to avoid a permanent criminal conviction on your record. Discharge and Dismissal of Drug Use or Possession (MCL 333.7411) For first-time offenders, Michigan law (MCL 333.7411) may provide the means to have the case dismissed. Having the case dismissed…
While getting arrested is disturbing and frightening, it is only the beginning of your involvement in the criminal justice system. This is not the time for a pity party. Collect yourself and put your best foot forward. Your arraignment will set the tone for your entire criminal situation. What happens here can send your situation south. The information in this…
If you have been charged with a crime, having a qualified criminal defense attorney can make all the difference in the outcome of your case. Attorney Carl Jordan has won dismissals and Not Guilty verdicts for many clients wrongfully accused of murder and other major crimes. He has also been successful in getting charges reduced so that a guilty verdict…
When a traffic stop goes wrong, the results can be devastating. A simple traffic stop can turn a good day into a bad day — but it doesn’t have to go down like that. Cooperating and being prepared goes a long way toward ensuring that you and the officer walk away and get back to your normal daily activities. Follow…
Are you are facing criminal charges and want to have your charges reduced or dismissed? Attorney Carl Jordan shares your goals. His track record includes an impressive number of cases where the charges were dropped or dismissed. When your future and freedom are at stake you need a Detroit criminal defense attorney with the grit and experience to anticipate and…