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Michael J. Thompson

Michael J. Thompson is the owner and founding attorney of Michael J. Thompson Attorney At Law in Oak Grove, Kentucky. With 16 years of experience, he represents clients in military defense, criminal defense, family law, personal injury, and bankruptcy. Admitted to the Kentucky Bar in 2009, he earned his J.D. from the University of Memphis School of Law. A former U.S. Marine, Thompson brings discipline and dedication to his practice. He is active in several bar associations, including the Kentucky and Tennessee Bar Associations.

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Facing charges for the same crime in civilian and military court

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Last Modified on Feb 10, 2016

Most people are familiar with the legal concept of “double jeopardy.” Protections against it are rooted in the Fifth Amendment, which…

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Can you get a DUI without the ‘D?’

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Last Modified on Feb 04, 2016

You leave a party or a bar, get in your car and then realize that you’re in no condition to…

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Don McLean facing domestic violence charge

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Last Modified on Jan 24, 2016

Charges of domestic violence can impact people of all ages, income levels and walks of life. Earlier this month, Don…

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Emojis can be viewed as threatening communication

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Last Modified on Jan 20, 2016

With so much communication done online and digitally now, it can be too easy for some people to write things…

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Firearm restrictions related to domestic violence vary by state

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Last Modified on Jan 13, 2016

State laws regarding the possession and purchase of firearms and ammunition by people convicted of domestic violence crimes vary. Under federal…

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Kentucky man facing 38 counts of perjury in missing person case

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Last Modified on Jan 04, 2016

Charges of lying to or withholding information from law enforcement authorities are nothing to be taken lightly. A Bardstown, Kentucky,…

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Can Drug-Sniffing Dogs Be Used at Traffic Stops?

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Last Modified on Dec 30, 2015

Sometimes a simple traffic stop can lead to an arrest for drugs-related or other serious charges. In a number of…

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Why do the holidays give rise to more domestic violence?

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Last Modified on Dec 22, 2015

Although the year-end holidays are supposed to be a time of joy and giving, for many people they’re anything but…

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Have you been accused of domestic violence? We can help

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Last Modified on Dec 18, 2015

Being accused of domestic violence is very serious. It can even lead to a wide variety of criminal charges, such…

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Crystalline alcohol could lead to drunk driving charges

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Last Modified on Dec 10, 2015

At least one manufacturer has a product idea that is drawing the attention of government officials in Kentucky for all…

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