Wesley Todd PLLC Legal Blog

Good people can get involved in bad situations. Maybe they made some bad decisions or blundered into a situation they couldn’t get free of. But either way, they face a troubling future. Below is some important information for those facing financial institution fraud...

If you’re facing criminal charges, you could be dealing with misdemeanor charges, felony charges or both. The distinction between these two types of crimes can affect a lot, from how long you could be behind bars to your future after the case is over. Knowing the...

Many people in Michigan are arrested and subjected to OWI charges after they’ve been drinking alcohol. Maybe they went to a college football game or spent a day at the beach with their friends, and they got pulled over while driving home. A breath test showed that...

Getting caught shoplifting can be scary, especially for the first time. Many people who face this charge may have never been in trouble before. Oftentimes, shoplifting occurs due to a moment of poor judgment or a desperate decision. Once the handcuffs come out, the...

Missing a criminal court date in Michigan usually means the judge will issue a bench warrant for your arrest. This gives police the authority to detain you at any time. You may also face new charges, lose your bond money, or hurt your position in the original case....

The spring season is full of opportunities to celebrate. There are some very exciting Saint Patrick's Day festivals across West Michigan. There are concerts at various venues and sporting events at many of the colleges and universities across the state.  Additionally,...

Recreational use of marihuana became legal in Michigan in 2018. However, there are several regulations regarding plant ownership, the amount you can buy per transaction and how much you can have in your possession. Understanding Michigan’s cannabis laws can make the...

A criminal record can affect your future, making it harder to find a job, secure housing or obtain professional licenses. In Michigan, Clean Slate laws allow many people to clear their records through expungement. This process removes certain convictions from public...

People who are facing criminal charges often worry about what the outcome of the case will be. Going through a trial and having to wait to hear if they’re found guilty can be traumatic. Then, they have to wait for the sentencing hearing.  For some people, a plea deal...

There are two main ways that the police can enter your home. The first is if they get your consent, such as when an officer simply knocks on the door and asks you to come inside and have a look around. The second is when they get a search warrant from a judge, which...