🚨 It Was Just a Ticket... Until It Wasn't:
Matt Newburg Matt Newburg

🚨 It Was Just a Ticket... Until It Wasn't:

Think a misdemeanor in Michigan is “no big deal”? Think again. Even first-time charges like shoplifting, OWI, or disorderly conduct can leave you with a criminal record, lost opportunities, and repeat-offense penalties down the line. Here's what you need to know before you plead guilty and hope it goes away.

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License Suspended? Here's How to Get It Back (Without Losing Your Mind)
Matt Newburg Matt Newburg

License Suspended? Here's How to Get It Back (Without Losing Your Mind)

License suspended? You’re not alone. Whether it was unpaid tickets, a DUI, or just forgetting to show up in court, getting your license back in Michigan isn’t impossible—but it is a process. From checking your driving record to navigating Secretary of State hearings, this guide walks you through the steps to get legally back behind the wheel (without losing your mind).

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What to Do If You’re Stopped for DUI in Michigan?
Matt Newburg Matt Newburg

What to Do If You’re Stopped for DUI in Michigan?

Getting stopped for DUI in Michigan can turn into a legal nightmare if you don’t know your rights. Learn what to do (and what not to do) during a traffic stop to protect your license, your record, and your future.

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Why You Need a Criminal Defense Lawyer (Even If You're Innocent)
Matt Newburg Matt Newburg

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.

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🕵️‍♂️ “That’s Not Mine” — And Other Lies That Don’t Work in Court
Matt Newburg Matt Newburg

🕵️‍♂️ “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.

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The Diddy Trial Isn’t a Smear Campaign—It’s a Federal Problem
Matt Newburg Matt Newburg

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.

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🧪 “It Was Just Weed” — Until You Failed the Drug Test on Probation
Matt Newburg Matt Newburg

🧪 “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.

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📱 Miranda Monday: Text, Snap, Post, Arrest
Matt Newburg Matt Newburg

📱 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.

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💬 Thoughtful Thursday: Screenshots, Subpoenas & Sh*t You Shouldn’t Have Sent
Matt Newburg Matt Newburg

💬 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.

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