Parole Violation Drug Charges

Summary

In Michigan, parole violations are serious, especially with new controlled substance charges. Prior convictions can enhance penalties under Habitual Offender laws, but the prosecutor must notify the defendant at arraignment. If this notification did not occur, it may be difficult to introduce later. Consult a lawyer for specific advice.

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My boyfriend is currently detained under parole.Violation and he got served with a controlled substance while there
Hello ****, sorry to hear about your boyfriend's situation. In Michigan, parole violations can be serious matters. Since he was also served with a controlled substance, he might face additional charges. It would be beneficial to have a lawyer to represent him during these proceedings.
I was trying to get a free consultation about that
Hello ****, I understand your situation. It's important to find a lawyer who could provide a free consultation. In Michigan, many lawyers offer this service. You may want to check the Michigan State Bar Association's lawyer referral service for assistance.
Yes, he got charged with a controlled substance, which is a felony, and he also has one previous drug charge.About 22 years ago, they didn't mention habitual at the arrayment.Can they come back on that with him
Hello ****, in Michigan, a past conviction can potentially be used to enhance the penalties of a new felony conviction under the Habitual Offender laws. However, the prosecutor must notify the defendant of their intention to seek enhanced penalties. If this hasn't happened, they may not be able to do so later.
They didn't mention anything about habitual and at the arraignment.Now his drug charge being twenty two years old will they
Hello ****, in Michigan, a prosecutor generally has to inform the defendant if they intend to seek enhanced penalties due to prior convictions at arraignment. If this did not occur, it may be difficult for them to introduce it later. However, every case is unique. Please consult a lawyer for advice specific to his situation.