Grand Rapids is the second-largest population center in the state, and that high population density means that Kent County does see more crime than many other counties across Michigan. However, it’s worth noting that the rate of both property crime and violent crime...
Month: August 2020
Can My Ex Take My Child’s Cellphone Away?
Cell phones are pretty much indispensable to modern life -- and it’s no longer unusual for every member of a family over 12 years of age (if not younger) to have their own phone. Many households have “cut the cord” entirely on their landlines. That makes your child...
How would a DUI conviction impact your professional goals?
An impaired-driving arrest isn't just embarrassing. It is potentially the start of a very difficult time in your life. Going to court to defend yourself, dealing with the loss of your license and even coping with a criminal record are all common consequences for an...
How a misdemeanor plea could impact your criminal record
When the state decides to charge you with a crime, they will often try to charge you with the most severe offense possible under the circumstances. One of the reasons that prosecutors bring serious charges against defendants is to push them into accepting plea deals...