Insights from Michigan Appeals
Attorney Mark Linton:
Expert Guidance on Criminal Appeals

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A Personal Protection Order (PPO) can feel overwhelming, restricting where you go and who you see. But PPOs aren’t always permanent.

A 6500 Motion (also commonly referred to as a Motion for Relief From Judgment) is a legal recourse after conviction that makes it possible f

You're in a courtroom and you're watching your future hang on by a thread. You then have a decision handed down and you feel that the...

Public court records in Michigan, and their availability demonstrates the state's commitment to transparency and accountability. But...

Michigan police are rapidly expanding the use of Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) to track vehicles—without a warrant.

Criminal appeals law firms and trial attorneys form a powerful partnership, combining firsthand trial insights with refined legal strategies

Appellate litigation firms can help you convince higher courts to reconsider the lower court’s verdict when you feel like you were denied th

Michigan's appeals process can be the final defining moment for you to fix the critical legal flaws that denied your justice.

Those in Michigan who feel deep down there's more to their story can use post-conviction appeals, called 6500 motions.

When you're faced with a court decision in Michigan that can potentially alter the course of your life forever, you want to have a strong...

Seeking an appeal from a higher court after an unfavorable decision from a lower court may be the last straw you can clutch on that can...

A polygraph test or lie detector is a valuable tool for criminal cases. Polygraph exam results are not admissible evidence for purposes...

When you're caught up in the legal system and considering an appeal, it’s normal to wonder where your case will end up next. The journey...

If a judge dismisses your case in Michigan, it can feel like the end of the road. However, a dismissal doesn't always mean the fight is...

Once the Michigan Supreme Court has ruled on your case, you may be wondering— can you appeal their decision?  Unfortunately, in most...

When you’re appealing a criminal conviction to the Michigan Supreme Court, one of the biggest questions on your mind is likely: How long...

When your appeal fails, it can feel like the door to freedom has slammed shut. But here's the thing—your journey isn't necessarily over....

A personal protection order or PPO in Michigan is nothing to dismiss as minimal. There are ways to beat a PPO filed against you. In this...

Tips to overturn your conviction and win a criminal appeal in Michigan. Using legal tactics and choosing the right criminal defense lawyer.