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Tevin M. Hoskins, 27, appeared in Lake County bond court Tuesday on two counts of domestic battery.

The indictment states that Martinez “did knowingly or intentionally flee” from Crown Point police and that he “did recklessly operate a motor vehicle by driving at such an unreasonably high rate of speed as to endanger the safety or property of others.”

MOUNT CLEMENS, MI — “Egregious” deeds led a former Macomb County Prosecutor, Eric Smith, to receive a sentence of 21 months in prison this week, the Associated Press reported. Smith in January pleaded guilty to a federal felony count of obstruction of justice related to a corruption probe that concluded last year. Smith’s deeds in these cases are egregious,” U.S. District Judge Linda Parker said during Smith’s sentencing Wednesday, Feb. 16, the AP reported. The plea deal ensured Smith wouldn’t face further prosecution related to the year-long investigation that exposed the crimes. RELATED:Ex-Macomb County Prosecutor pleads guilty to obstruction, apologizes in court hearingYpsilanti officials release details about fatal crash that occurred minutes after police traffic stopMan allegedly uses pile of blankets to set mother’s home on fire

Former Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith has been sentenced to 21 months in prison after pleading guilty to obstruction of justice in connection with a corruption scandal and investigation.

Former Macomb County prosecutor Eric Smith is set to be sentenced Wednesday afternoon after pleading guilty to obstruction of justice in connection with a corruption scandal.

The prosecutor who's investigating whether Donald Trump and others broke the law by trying to pressure Georgia officials to overturn Joe Biden's presidential election victory is asking the FBI for security help after the former president railed against prosecutors investigating him. Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis on Sunday wrote a letter to the FBI office in Atlanta asking for a risk assessment of the county courthouse and government center. Willis last year opened an investigation into any potential attempts to improperly influence the 2020 general election in Georgia by Trump and his associates.

A former federal prosecutor who worked out of the U.S. District Court Eastern District of Michigan in Detroit has had her law license suspended for misrepresenting information in a biker gang case from 2007. The Michigan Attorney Discipline Board issued a notice, Dec. 31, announcing the suspension of Diane L. Marion, of Belleville, who is now barred from practicing law in the state for one year following an investigation by the board.

Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald sat down with Flashpoint host Devin Scillian to discuss her thought process behind charging Ethan Crumbley’s parents in connection with the Oxford High School shooting.

There appears to be a major staff shortage at the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office.

A man who was out on bond, accused of killing his brother four years ago, was ordered held without bail Thursday after being charged in the stabbing of a longtime friend this week.

A former prosecutor has been placed on probation and must give up his law license.

OAKLAND COUNTY, Mich. – Oakland County Prosecutor Karen McDonald is focusing on cracking down on human trafficking with a newly formed human trafficking unit. Keast said the highway hotel human trafficking loop is real in Oakland County. READ: New Oakland County human trafficking unit makes arrests in Madison HeightsAdIn February Local 4 reported on recent crackdowns thanks to the unit. Lavonte Sampson of Harper Woods and Chrystal Forgays of Warren were both charged with seven felony counts in a human trafficking case in Madison Heights. The Oakland County human trafficking unit is back at work tracking down some new leads in other cases.

Here’s what you missed on Local 4 News at 5:Macomb County prosecutor calls for committee to review nursing home deathsMacomb County prosecutor and former Michigan House Rep. Pete Lucido said his office is flooded with calls from families who said their perfectly-health loved-ones died in nursing homes.

St. Louis prosecutor says she won't back down as she works to reform justice system Bill Whitaker speaks with the first Black woman to be St. Louis' top prosecutor, Sunday on 60 Minutes.

New York AG taps former federal prosecutor, employment lawyer to lead Cuomo investigation New York Attorney General Letitia James said Monday she selected Joon Kim, the former acting U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, and employment lawyer Anne Clark to lead the investigation into sexual harassment allegations against Governor Andrew Cuomo. An attorney representing one of the women accusing Cuomo said James' selection showed she is taking the matter "very seriously." Jericka Duncan reports.

WASHTENAW COUNTY, Mich. – The new Washtenaw County prosecutor, Eli Savit, weighed in on what drove him to run for that position and what has inspired him to drive so much change. “We are really focused on equity in our justice system,” Savit said. READ: Washtenaw County Prosecutor Eli Savit scraps cash bailThree days into his term, he scrapped cash bail. READ: Washtenaw County prosecutor announces office will no longer pursue charges for consensual sex workOn Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Savit announced a new policy to combat racial profiling in Washtenaw County. READ: Washtenaw County Prosecutor’s Office announces new policy to fight racial profilingSavit said he wants Washtenaw County to serve as an example for the rest of the state.

DETROIT – United States Attorney Matthew Schneider announced on Thursday that he has resigned from his position. Saima Mohsin will be assuming the position of Acting United States Attorney. And, as the first woman, immigrant, Muslim United States Attorney in American history, her service is truly historic. Saima will be an outstanding representative and defender of our community as the Acting United States Attorney. It is a great honor to serve the citizens of the Eastern District of Michigan as Acting United States Attorney.

ANN ARBOR – Washtenaw County Prosecutor Eli Savit announced Monday that the Prosecutor’s Office will eliminate the use of cash bail in any case. Savit, who took office on Jan. 1, alerted staff Monday morning in a 20-page policy directive. The move has made Washtenaw County the first jurisdiction in the state to eliminate cash bail. Washington, D.C. and New Jersey have stopped seeking cash bail, as well as the city of San Francisco and counties in Vermont and Virginia. According to the directive, cash bail places poorer people at risk of losing their jobs, homes and can place serious harm on children of defendants.

Once he was in his truck, the carrier heard a loud bang on the side of the vehicle, the prosecutor said. Murillo entered the truck and asked why the carrier had sprayed the child, DeGroot said. Murillo then punched the carrier in the face and head until he crumpled under the steering wheel, stopping only when someone nearby said the carrier had “had enough,” the prosecutor alleged. DeGroot said the carrier suffered a broken rib, bruises and eye hemorrhaging.

Karen McDonald is leading incumbent Jessica Cooper in the Democratic primary election for Oakland County Prosecutor. McDonald previously served as a judge on the 6th Circuit Court. She resigned from the bench in 2019.Cooper was elected Oakland County Prosecutor in November of 2008. Goetz ran unopposed in the Aug. 4 primary. Related: Latest Election newsMore: Election resultsMichigan Primary Election Results 2020Primary Election Results by county:

MACOMB COUNTY, Mich. – Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith announced Monday that he has resigned amid corruption charges. Smith has been hit with 10 criminal corruption charges -- including running a criminal enterprise, a 20-year felony -- in connection with the alleged misuse of county forfeiture funds. "With that said, it is with heavy heart that today I am announcing my immediate resignation from the Office of the Macomb County Prosecutor. “To the citizens of Macomb County, thank you for allowing me to be your prosecutor for so many years. The Office of the Macomb County Prosecutor is bigger than any one person.

Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith announced Monday that he has resigned amid corruption charges. If you need help with the Public File, call (313) 222-0566.

MACOMB COUNTY, Mich. – Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith announced Monday that he has resigned amid corruption charges. "With that said, it is with heavy heart that today I am announcing my immediate resignation from the Office of the Macomb County Prosecutor. “To the citizens of Macomb County, thank you for allowing me to be your prosecutor for so many years. The Office of the Macomb County Prosecutor is bigger than any one person. Eric Smith (WDIV)Judge Cynthia Arvant decided Smith does not appear to be a flight risk, as he is still working as the county prosecutor.

Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith pleads not guilty in corruption casePublished: March 27, 2020, 5:39 pmMacomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith has been hit with 10 criminal corruption charges -- including running a criminal enterprise, a 20-year felony -- in connection with the alleged misuse of county forfeiture funds.

Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith has been hit with 10 criminal corruption charges -- including running a criminal enterprise, a 20-year felony -- in connection with the alleged misuse of county forfeiture funds. UPDATE: Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith resigns corruption chargesHe was arraigned Friday morning in 41B District Court. The state asked for a $250,000 personal recognizance bond, while the defense asked for it be to $10,000. The state also asked for Smith’s passport to be seized and for Smith to be held from not leaving the state of Michigan. Eric Smith (WDIV)Judge Cynthia Arvant decided Smith does not appear to be a flight risk, as he is still working as the county prosecutor.

Macomb County Prosecutor Eric Smith faces a list of corruption charges including conducting a criminal enterprise and embezzlement after an investigation into his handling of forfeiture funds. “When public officials fail to do so, the people must have confidence that they will be held to account, fairly, and without any special treatment based upon their status as a public official. However, investigators found Smith had four accounts containing public monies he controlled without official county oversight. For Smith to be removed as Macomb County Prosecutor, it would either be a decision by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer or through an action of the Macomb County Board of Commissioners and its chairman, Bob Smith, who is also Eric Smith’s brother.

A Florida prosecutor announced that Donald Trump's campaign manager, Corey Lewandowski, will not face any prosecution are being charged with battery on a reporter. Florida State Attorney David Aronberg joins CBSN to explain the decision.

After a morning raid in a Paris suburb that left two killed, a French prosecutor said the bodies have not yet been identified. Jeff Pegues joins CBSN with the latest.

Who Killed the Prosecutor? Coming Home, The Maestro Lesley Stahl reports on the untimely death of Alberto Nisman; Scott Pelley reports on combat Marines adjusting to civilian life; and, a profile of the Metropolitan Opera's music director James Levine.

Argentinian prosecutor who planned to expose alleged government cover-up found dead A mysterious shooting death of Alberto Nisman in Argentina is sparking protests and raising questions. Nisman was about to accuse top officials of protecting Iranian terror suspects. Margaret Brennan reports from the State Department, where diplomats are watching the investigation closely.