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role defense in Michigan

18 Michigan opinions name it 2 courts 2005–2024 5 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by Michigan courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (4)

CaseFollowedCited
Trentadue v. Buckler Automatic Lawn Sprinkler Companygreen
mich · 2007 · cited in 2 Michigan opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
2 sentences

2021Even under the common-law discovery rule—which as the majority observes was codified in MCL 600.5838a—we stated that “[t]he limitation statute or statutes in malpractice cases do not start to run until the date of discovery, or the date when, by the exercise of reasonable care, plaintiff should have discovered the wrongful act.” Johnson v Caldwell, 371 Mich 368, 379 ; 123 NW2d 785 (1963), overruled by Trentadue v Buckler Automatic Lawn Sprinkler Co, 479 Mich 378, 393 (2007).

2021Even under the common-law discovery rule—which as the majority observes was codified in MCL 600.5838a—we stated that “[t]he limitation statute or statutes in malpractice cases do not start to run until the date of discovery, or the date when, by the exercise of reasonable care, plaintiff should have discovered the wrongful act.” Johnson v Caldwell, 371 Mich 368, 379 ; 123 NW2d 785 (1963), overruled by Trentadue v Buckler Automatic Lawn Sprinkler Co, 479 Mich 378, 393 (2007).

22
People v. Smithgreen
mich · 2015 · cited in 1 Michigan opinions naming this issue, 2024–2024
1 sentence

2024Id. at 477 (quotation marks and citation omitted).

11
United States v. Martingreen
ca8 · 1995 · cited in 1 Michigan opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
2 sentences

2015As we emphasize above, a prosecutor need not correct every instance of mistaken or inaccurate testimony, Martin, 59 F3d at 770 , nor must he or she “play the role of defense counsel, and ferret out ambiguities in [the] witness’s responses on cross-examination,” Harris, 498 F2d at 1169.

2015See United States v Martin, 59 F3d 767, 770 (CA 8, 1995) (noting that the prosecutor need not correct every instance of mistaken or inaccurate testimony); Harris, 498 F2d at 1169 (stating the prosecutor need not “play the role of defense counsel, and ferret out ambiguities in his witness’ responses on cross-examination”).

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Eric Jenkins, Petitioner-Appellee-Cross-Appellant v. Christopher Artuz, Superintendent, Respondent-Appellant-Cross-Appelleegreen
ca2 · 2002 · cited in 1 Michigan opinions naming this issue, 2015–2015
1 sentence

2015However, when it should be obvious to the Government that the witness’ answer, although made in good faith, is untrue, the Government’s obligation to correct that statement is as compelling as it is in a situation where the Government knows that the witness is intentionally committing perjury. [United States v Harris, 498 F2d 1164, 1169 (CA 3, 1974).][6] 6 See also Jenkins, 294 F3d at 296 (“[W]hile [the prosecutor’s] questions elicited technically correct answers, . . . they left the jury with the mistaken impression that no plea agreement existed.

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Distinguished, questioned or overruled (1)

CaseNegativeCited
Johnson v. Caldwellred
mich · 1963 · cited in 2 Michigan opinions naming this issue, 2021–2021
2 sentences

2021Even under the common-law discovery rule—which as the majority observes was codified in MCL 600.5838a—we stated that “[t]he limitation statute or statutes in malpractice cases do not start to run until the date of discovery, or the date when, by the exercise of reasonable care, plaintiff should have discovered the wrongful act.” Johnson v Caldwell, 371 Mich 368, 379 ; 123 NW2d 785 (1963), overruled by Trentadue v Buckler Automatic Lawn Sprinkler Co, 479 Mich 378, 393 (2007).

2021Even under the common-law discovery rule—which as the majority observes was codified in MCL 600.5838a—we stated that “[t]he limitation statute or statutes in malpractice cases do not start to run until the date of discovery, or the date when, by the exercise of reasonable care, plaintiff should have discovered the wrongful act.” Johnson v Caldwell, 371 Mich 368, 379 ; 123 NW2d 785 (1963), overruled by Trentadue v Buckler Automatic Lawn Sprinkler Co, 479 Mich 378, 393 (2007).

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Also cited on this issue (11)

CaseCitedYears
People v. Pickens green
mich · 1994
2 sentences

2024The defendant bears the burden of demonstrating both deficient performance and prejudice; the defendant also necessarily bears the burden of establishing the factual predicate for his claim. [People v Cooper, 309 Mich App 74, 80 ; 867 NW2d 452 (2015) (quotation marks, citations, and brackets omitted).] “The role of defense counsel is to choose the best defense for the defendant under the circumstances.” People v Pickens, 446 Mich 298, 325 ; 521 NW2d 797 (1994).

2024The defendant bears the burden of demonstrating both deficient performance and prejudice; the defendant also necessarily bears the burden of establishing the factual predicate for his claim. [People v Cooper, 309 Mich App 74, 80 ; 867 NW2d 452 (2015) (quotation marks, citations, and brackets omitted).] “The role of defense counsel is to choose the best defense for the defendant under the circumstances.” People v Pickens, 446 Mich 298, 325 ; 521 NW2d 797 (1994).

92014–2024
People v. Unger green
michctapp · 2008
2 sentences

2024Defense counsel has wide discretion in matters of trial strategy because many calculated risks may be necessary in order to win difficult cases.” People v Unger, 278 Mich 210 , 236; 749 NW2d 272 (2008).

2021Defendant has not provided any evidence demonstrating that trial counsel should have pursued a mental status evaluation to assert some type of mental illness 1 We also note that defendant’s flight from the scene supports “an inference of consciousness of guilt[.]” Unger, 278 Mich App at 226 . -4- defense.

22021–2024
People v. Ginther green
mich · 1973
2 sentences

2017Although [the defendant’s standby counsel’s] role expanded as the case continued, he did not play the same role that defense counsel normally would in preparing the strategy 1 People v Ginther, 390 Mich 436 ; 212 NW2d 922 (1973). -6- for a criminal defense.

2017Although [the defendant’s standby counsel’s] role expanded as the case continued, he did not play the same role that defense counsel normally would in preparing the strategy 1 People v Ginther, 390 Mich 436 ; 212 NW2d 922 (1973). -6- for a criminal defense.

22017–2017
People v. Cooper green
michctapp · 2015
2 sentences

2024The defendant bears the burden of demonstrating both deficient performance and prejudice; the defendant also necessarily bears the burden of establishing the factual predicate for his claim. [People v Cooper, 309 Mich App 74, 80 ; 867 NW2d 452 (2015) (quotation marks, citations, and brackets omitted).] “The role of defense counsel is to choose the best defense for the defendant under the circumstances.” People v Pickens, 446 Mich 298, 325 ; 521 NW2d 797 (1994).

2024The defendant bears the burden of demonstrating both deficient performance and prejudice; the defendant also necessarily bears the burden of establishing the factual predicate for his claim. [People v Cooper, 309 Mich App 74, 80 ; 867 NW2d 452 (2015) (quotation marks, citations, and brackets omitted).] “The role of defense counsel is to choose the best defense for the defendant under the circumstances.” People v Pickens, 446 Mich 298, 325 ; 521 NW2d 797 (1994).

12024–2024
McCoy v. Louisiana green
scotus · 2018
2 sentences

2020Defense counsel must be afforded “broad discretion” in the handling of cases, which often results in “taking the calculated risks which still do sometimes, at least, pluck legal victory out of legal defeat.” [People v Pickens, 446 Mich 298, 324-325 ; 521 NW2d 797 (1994) (citation omitted).] Defendant also relies on McCoy v Louisiana, ___ US ___; 138 S Ct 1500, 1508 ; 200 L Ed 2d 821 (2018), in which the Court stated that “[a]utonomy to decide that the objective of the defense is to assert innocence” is reserved for a defendant.

2020Defense counsel must be afforded “broad discretion” in the handling of cases, which often results in “taking the calculated risks which still do sometimes, at least, pluck legal victory out of legal defeat.” [People v Pickens, 446 Mich 298, 324-325 ; 521 NW2d 797 (1994) (citation omitted).] Defendant also relies on McCoy v Louisiana, ___ US ___; 138 S Ct 1500, 1508 ; 200 L Ed 2d 821 (2018), in which the Court stated that “[a]utonomy to decide that the objective of the defense is to assert innocence” is reserved for a defendant.

12020–2020
People v. Hunt neutral
michctapp · 1976
2 sentences

2015We reject Quadrell’s argument that the prosecutor’s cross-examination of Kenneth’s investigator had the effect of denigrating the role of defense counsel, as in People v Hunt, 68 Mich App 145, 148 ; 242 NW2d 45 (1976).

2015We reject Quadrell’s argument that the prosecutor’s cross-examination of Kenneth’s investigator had the effect of denigrating the role of defense counsel, as in People v Hunt, 68 Mich App 145, 148 ; 242 NW2d 45 (1976).

12015–2015
Smith v. Phillips green
scotus · 1982
2 sentences

2015When all parties to the litigation are aware of the material facts, the adversarial process will separate the wheat from the chaff, leaving all material and pertinent information before the jury. 15 12 United States v Harris, 498 F2d 1164, 1170 (CA 3, 1974). 13 See United States v Martin, 59 F3d 767, 770 (CA 8, 1995) (noting that the prosecutor need not correct every instance of mistaken or inaccurate testimony); Harris, 498 F2d at 1169 (stating the prosecutor need not “play the role of defense counsel, and ferret out ambiguities in his witness’ responses on cross-examination”). 14 Ante at 7,

2015When all parties to the litigation are aware of the material facts, the adversarial process will separate the wheat from the chaff, leaving all material and pertinent information before the jury. 15 12 United States v Harris, 498 F2d 1164, 1170 (CA 3, 1974). 13 See United States v Martin, 59 F3d 767, 770 (CA 8, 1995) (noting that the prosecutor need not correct every instance of mistaken or inaccurate testimony); Harris, 498 F2d at 1169 (stating the prosecutor need not “play the role of defense counsel, and ferret out ambiguities in his witness’ responses on cross-examination”). 14 Ante at 7,

12015–2015
Marbury v. Madison green
· 1803
1 sentence

2009Failing to do so results in the political branches’ effectively deciding “what the law is,” Boumediene and Marbury, supra, impinging on the judiciary’s role in violation of the separation of powers.

12009–2009
People v. Wallin green
mich · 1885
1 sentence

2005Dumas, supra; Wallin, supra; Sawicki, supra. And it is the role of defense counsel, through cross-examination of prosecution witnesses and closing argument, to expose potential credibility problems for the jury to consider.

12005–2005
People v. Sawicki green
michctapp · 1966
2 sentences

2005Dumas, supra; Wallin, supra; Sawicki, supra. And it is the role of defense counsel, through cross-examination of prosecution witnesses and closing argument, to expose potential credibility problems for the jury to consider.

2005Id.

12005–2005
People v. Dumas green
mich · 1910
1 sentence

2005Dumas, supra; Wallin, supra; Sawicki, supra. And it is the role of defense counsel, through cross-examination of prosecution witnesses and closing argument, to expose potential credibility problems for the jury to consider.

12005–2005

Statutes the citing opinions construe

MI § Mich. Comp. Laws § 750.316 (7) MI § Mich. Comp. Laws § 750.83 (7) MI § Mich. Comp. Laws § 750.227b (6) MI § Mich. Comp. Laws § 750.224f (4) MI § Mich. Comp. Laws § 769.26 (4) MI § Mich. Comp. Laws § 750.81 (3) MI § Mich. Comp. Laws § 768.21a (3) MI § Mich. Comp. Laws § 769.12 (3) MI § Mich. Comp. Laws § 769.34 (3)

Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.

Where else courts name it

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