A New Year, A Renewed Commitment: Thank You and Welcome to 2026
As we step into 2026, I want to extend a sincere thank you to every client, family member, referral partner, and supporter who trusted HJP Legal over the past year! It has certainly been a busy ne! Criminal defense work is deeply personal, often arriving at moments of fear,
Crypto, Code, and Criminal Law: The Peraire-Bueno Brothers and the First MEV Fraud Prosecution
Recent federal litigation highlights how existing criminal statutes intersect with rapidly evolving blockchain technologies. In US v. Peraire-Bueno (S.D.N.Y.), two young brothers stand accused of a $25 million complex crypto-currency exploit on the blockchain, Ethereum. Federal prosecutors have charged them with conspiracy to commit wire fraud, substantive wire fraud,
Noem v. Perdomo: Race, Reasonable Suspicion, and Immigration Stops
Navigating the intersection of immigration enforcement and constitutional rights can be confusing and unsettling—particularly for individuals who already feel vulnerable to over-policing. In Noem v. Perdomo, the United States Supreme Court addressed whether race or apparent ethnicity may be used as part of reasonable suspicion to justify
Understanding First-Time DUI Charges in Michigan: Rights, Risks, and Defense Options
Published July 21, 2025 by HJP Legal Michigan First-Offense DUI Explained: Charges, Consequences, and Defense Strategies Facing First-Time DUI Charges in Michigan can be a frightening and overwhelming experience. From the flashing red and blue lights to the uncertainty of court proceedings, it’s easy to feel
Domestic Violence Charges in Michigan: Why the Right Defense Attorney Matters
Published July 15, 2025 by HJP Legal Domestic Violence Charges in Michigan: Oakland County Domestic Violence Lawyer If you’ve been accused of domestic violence in Michigan — especially in Oakland County, Troy, Royal Oak, Bloomfield Hills, or surrounding areas — your future could be at stake.
Welfare Fraud Diversion Program in Michigan: A Second Chance Without a Criminal Record
Published July 1, 2025 by HJP Legal Serving Michigan Including: Troy, Royal Oak, Bloomfield Hills, Oakland County, and Surrounding Areas Facing a welfare fraud charge in Michigan can feel overwhelming — especially for first-time offenders who were simply trying to meet basic needs. At HJP Legal,
7411 Drug Diversion in Michigan: A Second Chance for First-Time Offenders
Published June 17, 2025 by HJP Legal Serving Troy, Royal Oak, Bloomfield Hills & All of Oakland County At HJP Legal, we believe one mistake shouldn't define your future. If you’ve been charged with drug possession or use of a controlled substance in Oakland County —
