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The idea behind Michigan’s drug courts is simple: treat the addiction issues of nonviolent substance abusing offenders instead of punishing them. By addressing the cause of these individuals’ criminality–their substance abuse problem–drug courts are able to significantly reduce recidivism and save the state money. If…
In today’s technologically advanced dating scene, a new mobile application has emerged that allows people to check the criminal backgrounds of potential suitors, which may seriously impact the game of ex-offenders. Called “Stud or Dud,” the app searches through millions of publicly available records to…
In recent years, technology has made its way into every facet of our lives. Most of us use computers and smartphones at work, to do business, to keep up with friends, to enjoy our hobbies, and even to engage with romantic partners. Nowadays, a good…
This August, the Michigan Court of Appeals ruled that marijuana plant clones will be considered as separate plants in cases dealing with medical marijuana law violations. This means that if you make several clones of a single plant, each clone will be considered as its…
This August, the Michigan Court of Appeals dealt a significant blow to civil forfeiture, which occurs when law enforcement confiscates property they believe was obtained or used in connection with a crime. This controversial practice has been at the heart of the movement to reform…