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Your Rights as a Victim of a Crime

In Michigan, victims of crimes have certain rights. These rights include the right to know what is going on in their case, the right to privacy, safety, restitution, and the right to crime victim’s compensation. Read this article to learn more.  
An Overview of a Criminal Case

Criminal cases can be confusing for defendants, victims, and witnesses. Victims and defendants have a right to know what is happening at every stage of their case. This article goes over the parts of a criminal case in the order they happen.
After Identity Theft

This article explains what identity theft is, and what you can do if you have been a victim of identity theft.
Safety and Privacy When Using Electronic Devices for Legal Matters

If you are using a computer, smartphone, or other device to find information related to legal matters, you may want to keep this private for many reasons. You might be concerned for your safety, or you may just prefer to keep your legal issue to yourself. Read this article to learn more about how to keep your information private and safe.

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