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

In Michigan, the phrase “manifest injustice” represents a powerful legal principle. It's the doorway to correcting some of the most serious wrongs that can occur in the criminal justice system. It's what the courts look for when a conviction or a plea defies basic fairness. When the result simply can't stand without shaking confidence in justice itself.   Many people file a Michigan 6.500 motion for relief from judgment under Michigan Court Rules (MCR 6.500). Proving manifest

Many immigrants in Michigan unknowingly risk deportation by accepting a plea deal. This guide explains the hidden consequences and how post-conviction relief can protect your future.

One of the things standing between you and permanent consequences after a wrongful judgment is your right to appeal. And in Michigan,...

Being listed on Michigan’s Sex Offender Registry can feel like a life sentence — but it doesn’t have to be. This guide explains how to qualify for Michigan sex offender registry removal, featuring a real case and step-by-step legal insight from attorney Mark Linton.