by Van Den Heuvel Law Office If you were accused of a sex crime in Michigan, a conviction could lead to a felony charge in three degrees, a fourth-degree charge or certain misdemeanor offenses. A single conviction can impact all aspects of your life, so you need to take any accusation seriously.  Van Den Heuvel Law Office […]

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by Van Den Heuvel Law Office Commercial driver’s license (CDL) holders are subject to strict regulations. A drunk driving conviction in Michigan can have a range of impacts on your commercial and private driving privileges. The exact way that they impact you depends on the nature of your conviction, as well as your criminal record and prior DUI […]

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by Van Den Heuvel Law Office White-collar crime is a severe offense that can have far-reaching consequences. In Michigan, any criminal conviction for a white-collar crime could lead to serious penalties, including jail time, large fines, and restitution payments. Understanding the types of white-collar crime and potential penalties is important to build a strong defense.  Below, Van Den […]

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by Van Den Heuvel Law Office Michigan has some of the harshest DUI laws in the United States, earning its reputation as a place you wouldn’t want to receive drunk driving charges. The law is even tougher on minors or underage individuals who are accused of driving under the influence. Michigan’s Zero Tolerance law provides harsher punishments for […]

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by Van Den Heuvel Law Office Under Michigan’s DUI laws, a driver who is caught operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08% or higher is subject to legal penalties. If you received your first DUI offense, you are likely worried about your future, and what the offense will mean for your driving privileges […]

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by Van Den Heuvel Law Office Sexual assault remains a prevalent global problem. In the United States, a sexual assault takes place every 68 seconds. While most rape reports are true, some accusations are false, and they can have lifelong impacts on the person who is wrongly accused. Van Den Heuvel Law understands the stress you’re experiencing, and […]

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by Van Den Heuvel Law Office If you are facing an embezzlement charge in Michigan, it is important to understand the role of intent and defenses available to you. While embezzlement can happen accidentally or unknowingly, the law still applies with criminal charges if intent is present. It is essential to understand what constitutes embezzlement and how to […]

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by Van Den Heuvel Law Office In Michigan, gun crimes are taken very seriously. If you are convicted of a gun crime, you could be facing significant prison time. That is why it is important to have a clear understanding of the different types of gun crimes and the penalties associated with them. This blog post […]

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by Van Den Heuvel Law Office If you have been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in Michigan, you may be wondering what constitutes probable cause and how it can help you challenge the evidence against you. It is important to understand the concept of probable cause as it relates to a DUI arrest, as this […]

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by Van Den Heuvel Law Office In Michigan, an assault and battery offense is categorized as a misdemeanor, which can result in up to 93 days in jail along with $500 in fines. Those convicted may also need to report to a probation officer for months following the incident. A five-second scuffle can leave the defendant […]

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