Distracted Driving in Michigan: What You Need to Know Before You Pick Up Your Phone
Think a quick text behind the wheel is no big deal? Michigan’s distracted driving laws say otherwise. Learn what counts as distracted driving, what the new hands-free law requires, and the real legal and financial consequences of taking your eyes off the road—even for a second.
Why You Need a Criminal Defense Lawyer (Even If You're Innocent)
Being charged with a crime isn’t the time to “explain yourself” or go it alone. Even if you’re innocent, you need a defense lawyer to protect your rights, your record, and your future. Learn why hiring a criminal defense attorney is essential—even for minor charges.
🕵️♂️ “That’s Not Mine” — And Other Lies That Don’t Work in Court
“That’s not mine.”
Classic line. Terrible legal defense.
If you’re sitting next to a bag of drugs, there’s a gun in it, and your mail is tucked neatly inside—you’re not walking away just because you said “not mine” with confidence.
This week on Miranda Monday, we’re breaking down constructive possession—how being near illegal stuff is enough to get charged, and why denial without a strategy is just self-incrimination in slow motion.
The Diddy Trial Isn’t a Smear Campaign—It’s a Federal Problem
When federal agents are kicking in your door and your ex is testifying for four days straight, it’s no longer a PR issue—it’s a criminal case. The Diddy trial isn’t about fame, it’s about federal charges, video evidence, and a justice system that doesn’t care how many platinum albums you’ve sold.
🧪 “It Was Just Weed” — Until You Failed the Drug Test on Probation
You beat jail. Congrats. But probation isn’t a vacation—it’s court with a leash.
Fail one drug test, miss one check-in, or hang out with the wrong person, and suddenly you're back in cuffs explaining your "one little mistake" to a judge with zero patience.
This week on Miranda Monday, we’re breaking down how “just a little weed” can land you back behind bars—and why following your probation terms is cheaper, easier, and way less humiliating than violating them and begging for mercy.
🎶 “My Neighbor’s DJ Set is Ruining My Sanity” – Your Legal Options When the Party Won’t Stop
Your neighbor's weekend rave doesn’t belong in a subdivision—but here we are, three Pitbull tracks deep and your walls are shaking like it's Coachella. If you’re wondering whether you can legally tell them to shut it down without becoming that neighbor, the answer is: absolutely. From noise ordinances to nuisance lawsuits, the law’s got a volume knob—and you might be holding it.
📱 Miranda Monday: Text, Snap, Post, Arrest
Your phone is a snitch with Wi-Fi. And it’s building a case faster than your lawyer can return your call.
From Snapchat confessions to TikTok crimes in real time, we’re diving into the dumbest digital breadcrumbs people leave behind—and how they turn into Exhibit A.
Because once you post it, it’s not just content. It’s evidence.
Welcome to Miranda Monday: Text, Snap, Post, Arrest — where we remind you that your best defense might be deleting the app and getting a lawyer.
💬 Thoughtful Thursday: Screenshots, Subpoenas & Sh*t You Shouldn’t Have Sent
Think your texts are just petty drama? Think again. Threats, leaks, and reckless voice notes can land you in court—literally. From misdemeanors to felonies like defamation or revenge porn, your digital receipts are fair game. If you typed it, sent it, or said it, it can—and will—be subpoenaed. The sarcasm won’t save you, but a good lawyer might.
Lesson:
Don’t text anything you wouldn’t want read out loud in court.
Because someday, it just might be.
🥊 Assault in Michigan: It’s All Fun and Games Until Someone Presses Charges
You thought it was “just a shove” or a harmless threat. Michigan law disagrees. In a state where assault doesn't even require physical contact, your heated moment can quickly turn into handcuffs and a court date. From simple misunderstandings to full-blown bar fights, we’re breaking down what actually counts as assault—and why “but he started it” won’t save you.
What to Say—and NOT Say—to Police During a Traffic Stop
You have the right to remain silent—but do you know when to actually use it?
During a traffic stop, your words matter. A lot.
Say too much, and you might talk yourself into trouble. Say too little, and you might escalate the situation.
This week on Miranda Monday, we’re breaking down:
What to say to protect yourself
hat not to say unless you want legal problems
And the one question every driver should know by heart:
“Am I being detained, or am I free to go?”