Warren Man waives Preliminary Exam related to Multiple Counts of Aggravated Possession of Child Sexually Abusive Material

Mount Clemens, MI - Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido announced that 62-year-old Michael Cristini, of Warren, waived his Preliminary Exam and was bound over to the Macomb County Circuit Court on multiple charges of Aggravated Possession of Child Sexually Abusive Materials and other serious offenses.

On Thursday, February 19, 2026, Cristini was scheduled for a Preliminary Exam before Judge Steven Bieda in the 37th District Court in Warren, MI. At that hearing, Cristini waived his right to a Preliminary Exam and was bound over to the Macomb County Circuit Court. 

Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Justin Pollard represented The People at this hearing.

Cristini is scheduled to be arraigned before Judge Matthew P. Sabaugh in the Macomb County Circuit Court on Monday, March 9, 2026, at 1:30 p.m.

Cristini is charged with the following offenses: 

• Three counts of Aggravated Possession of Child Sexually Abusive Material, each a 10-year felony
• Three counts of Possession of Child Sexually Abusive Material, each a 4-year felony
• Three counts of Using a Computer to Commit a Crime (related to Aggravated Possession of Child Sexually Abusive Material), each a 10-year felony
• Three counts of Using a Computer to Commit a Crime (related to Possession of Child Sexually Abusive Material), each a 7-year felony
• Habitual Offender – 2^nd Offense Notice, an aggravating sentencing factor

These are the maximum charges available under the law based upon the evidence presented to date.

“The allegations in this matter involve conduct that the justice system treats with the utmost seriousness because of the harm it causes to children and communities. Our office is prepared to move forward and will continue to pursue this case diligently, with a focus on accountability and the protection of vulnerable victims,” said Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido.

The Macomb County Prosecutor's Office represents the People. We are committed to achieving justice and following the laws of the State of Michigan. All that are accused of a crime are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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