If you or somebody you love is facing criminal charges, whether a misdemeanor or felony offense, you need to speak to an attorney as soon as possible. At White Law PLLC, we can help when you need an East Lansing criminal defense attorney.
Our law firm has extensive experience handling these matters, and we know what it takes to successfully defend your freedom in the courtroom. You should not let your case rest in the hands of an overworked public defender.
When Should You Call a Criminal Defense Law Firm?
Criminal defense attorneys understand that false accusations of criminal behavior can have a ripple effect on your life. These accusations can make it more difficult to keep a job, connect with your family, and meet your daily needs. With that in mind, you should contact legal representation as soon as possible after facing criminal charges.
In some cases, particularly cases involving accusations of white-collar crime, you may even have advanced notice that you may face criminal charges. If you do have a warning about what may be coming for you, get in touch with legal representation before someone comes to you with concrete charges. Pre-emptive preparation can help you keep your criminal record clean.
The criminal defense attorneys in East Lansing can help you with more than white-collar crime accusations. We also specialize in helping our clients overcome:
- Sex crime allegations
- Domestic violence
- Robbery and/or theft
- Homicide
- Drunk driving
- Narcotics use
At the end of the day, it’s our goal to protect your legal rights and fight to prevent your wrongful criminal conviction. If you’re not sure our attorneys can address the criminal accusations brought against you, schedule a consultation with our team anyway. We can discuss our legal services in more detail and begin brainstorming the defenses we can bring to your case.
Your Fight Is Our Fight
What Will a Criminal Defense Attorney Do for Your Case?
A felony defense attorney in Lansing can ensure your rights are upheld in court. Your attorney can conduct a thorough and objective investigation into the incident to gather evidence that the prosecution does not have or has failed to turn over.
Importantly, your attorney will be your advocate, negotiating with prosecutors at all times to try to get the charges against you reduced or dismissed altogether.
We know how to get our clients the results they need in the toughest legal arenas.
Criminal Charges Can Have Serious Consequences In East Lansing
You can face a range of consequences when faced with criminal accusations. Whether you’re contending with misdemeanor or felony accusations, an Ingham County defense attorney can help you better understand what consequences the state wants to foist upon you.
We don’t make you go through Michigan’s statutes, municipal ordinances, or administrative codes on your own. Instead, our law firm can break down the accusations brought against you, compare them against Michigan’s state codes, and challenge the burden of proof the prosecution has to uphold.
It’s an experienced attorney’s goal to have the charges brought against you dropped or reduced. It’s with that in mind that we keep the severity of the consequences tied to Michigan’s criminal courts in mind. When you move to challenge the accusations brought against you, you’re fighting back against:
Misdemeanor Offenses
Generally seen as “less severe” than a felony charge, anyone facing a misdemeanor still needs to take these charges seriously. A Michigan misdemeanor conviction can negatively affect a person’s life. Misdemeanors generally carry up to 93 days in jail and a fine of up to $500.
However, some misdemeanor offenses carry a penalty of up to one year in jail and a fine of up to $1,000. Probation is commonly used as an alternative to misdemeanor offense punishments.
Felony Offenses
Felony offenses are charged when a person allegedly commits a more serious crime, and the penalties for a felony conviction can be severe. Felonies in Michigan are classified at various levels and range in severity.
That said, unchallenged felony offenses most often carry prison sentences ranging from two years in prison to life imprisonment. Felony convictions can also result in a person losing their right to bear arms as well as a loss (or prevention of obtaining) professional occupational licensing in the state.
We know how to get our clients the results they need in the toughest legal arenas.
How Can a Criminal Defense Attorney Defend You From Criminal Charges?
The defense that our attorneys use to challenge the criminal offenses you’re facing can vary depending on the nature of your case. It is our primary intention when taking your case to challenge the prosecution’s attempt to meet the burden of proof expected by Michigan’s criminal courts.
This burden of proof requires the prosecution to argue beyond a reasonable doubt that you’re guilty of the criminal offenses they’ve accused you of. An experienced attorney can argue that the prosecution’s evidence is situational or otherwise unable to meet the court’s definition of “reasonable.”
We take every step we can to overturn the charges brought against you. If that’s not possible, however, you can count on our team to appeal the decision a court makes. We can also meet with the prosecution to discuss a deal that may reduce your jail time or resign you to community service.
That said, we will always consult you before proceeding with these conversations. This is your case and your future. You get a say in how your time in court plays out. You can discuss what defenses our team plans to use throughout your case during an initial case consultation.
You will always work directly with your attorney throughout your case.
Why Choose White Law PLLC for Help With Your Criminal Case in East Lansing?
When facing any criminal charges, you need assistance from an attorney with extensive criminal defense experience. White Law PLLC is ready to help.
Our East Lansing criminal defense attorneys bring more than 60 years of combined legal experience to your side to uphold your rights in the courtroom. We use cutting-edge technology to give us the upper hand in the courtroom and to keep us connected with our clients. We offer free case evaluations for misdemeanor and felony cases throughout East Lansing.
Contact an East Lansing Criminal Defense Attorney Today
If you or somebody you care about has been charged with a crime, contact the criminal defense lawyers in East Lansing about your case as soon as possible. White Law PLLC’s team has a thorough understanding of misdemeanor and felony offenses throughout Michigan.
Our goal is to investigate every aspect of your case and work to get the charges against you reduced or dismissed altogether. You can contact our team for a free consultation of your case by clicking here or calling our office.
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