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

When critical trial errors are overlooked, Michigan’s plain error rule offers a narrow path to appeal. Find out how it works — and why skilled appellate counsel matters.

Facing a juvenile life sentence appeal in Michigan? Learn how recent legal changes give young offenders a second chance — and why expert appellate counsel is crucial to securing a better future.

Young people once sentenced to life without parole in Michigan may now have a second chance. Recent court rulings recognize that 18- to 20-year-olds deserve individualized sentencing due to their capacity for growth and change. If you or someone you love was sentenced at a young age, the law may now offer a path to freedom. Learn how recent cases like People v. Parks and Poole could open the door to resentencing.

Understanding the difference between substantive and procedural rules in Michigan law can make or break your appeal. Substantive rules define rights and penalties, while procedural rules govern how cases move through the courts. In post-conviction cases, only substantive changes usually apply retroactively. Misclassifying the rule could cause your motion to fail, making it essential to get experienced appellate guidance.

New evidence can change everything. Discover how Michigan appeals law treats newly discovered facts—and how Mark Linton fights to help.

When justice slips through your fingers, it may feel like the end of the road. But at Mark Linton’s Michigan Appeals Law Firm, we can help.

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...