Macomb County Circuit and District Court Attorney – Criminal Defense Lawyer
Professional Macomb County Criminal Defense Attorneys Providing Aggressive, Effective Legal Representation on All Felony and Misdemeanor Criminal Charges
We are equipped with all the necessary legal knowledge, passion and experience to give you the strongest possible defense. We will always treat you with respect and fight to protect your freedom.
Our firm is unique in the sense that we will take the time to patiently listen to you and fully and extensively review your criminal case. We know these are stressful times and our criminal defense firm will do everything possible to provide you with emotional support as well as the strong, fearless defense that you need. While no criminal attorney can ethically promise any outcome, our promise is to provide you with a knowledgeable legal staff that will give you tireless, fearless effort and determination to get you the results you want. We take pride in our well-known track record of getting the best possible results for our clients – no matter how severe the alleged crime.
Our experienced Macomb County criminal defense lawyers combine their full knowledge of the law with a determination to get you a great result. On top of that, we are committed to dedicating all the time and resources necessary to provide you with the best defense possible in the Macomb County Circuit Court or any of the various Macomb County District Courts. Choosing the right attorney to represent you in an alcohol related crime, violent crime, white collar crime, drug crime, federal crime, felony charge, misdemeanor charge, domestic violence, or an extremely serious sex crime allegation (CSC), is crucial for your future. We strive to earn your confidence by putting talented attorneys to work hard for you. We do whatever it takes to ensure your freedom.
If you've been wrongly convicted, we can appeal the verdict. If you have been wrongfully accused, we can defend you during the pre-file investigations. If you have been wrongfully charge, we can fight for a dismissal. Don’t settle for a deal with the prosecutor or with a detective because you don’t know your rights! You will regret it for the rest of your life. The law is often baffling and confusing to outsiders, but a highly qualified Macomb County criminal attorney from LEWIS & DICKSTEIN, P.L.L.C. has the knowledge and experience to handle any criminal situation. We constantly work and negotiate with judges and prosecutors, and that experience lets us present you in the strongest possible way and protect your best interests using an aggressive attack plan that other firms and solo-practice criminal defense attorneys in Michigan can't match.
In addition to defending against ALL Macomb County criminal cases, our experience extends to juvenile defense, pre-charge investigation defense, adult charges, misdemeanor charges, felony charges, probation violations, appeals and expungements as well.
We Can Help You
If you are in need of the best defense possible in Macomb County, please call LEWIS & DICKSTEIN, P.L.L.C. at (248) 263-6800 or complete a Request for Assistance Form and a top criminal defense lawyer will promptly contact you.
Pre-Charge Investigation and Consultation
If you've been contacted by law enforcement, or you are being accused of a crime but no charges have been filed yet, YOU NEED OUR IMMEDIATE HELP! This is the single most important time for an Macomb County retained criminal attorney to get involved. In many cases it is easier to prevent a criminal charge from being filed than it is to win in court if you are charged. This is why it is so crucial to have a criminal defense lawyer by your side as soon as you are accused of a misdemeanor or felony in Macomb County. In particular, sex crimes, white-collar crimes such as theft or embezzlement, hit and run, and juvenile crimes are great candidates for an out-of-court resolution or avoiding prosecution if you act quickly enough. Our Macomb County attorneys are well experienced in handling pre-charge or pre-indictment investigations, and we have been very successful in negotiating informal resolutions before the case gets into the hands of a prosecutor.
DUI, OWI, OWIN, DWI – Drunk Driving or Drugged Driving
An OWI conviction in Macomb County could mean severe consequences including fines, a driver's license suspension, drivers responsibility fees, community service, counseling, and even jail or prison time. Being arrested for OWI in Macomb County, Michigan is a serious legal issue. You need to contact an experienced OWI attorney immediately in order to build a good defense strategy in your case. The DUI attorneys with LEWIS & DICKSTEIN, P.L.L.C. know Michigan OWI laws and are extremely experienced handing the defense of all alcohol and controlled substance related driving allegations. There is simply no higher goal to Lewis & Dickstein, P.L.L.C. than an outright dismissal or substantial reduction in Macomb County charges if possible.
In Macomb County, you may be charged with drunk driving in any of the following jurisdictions:
· 43rd District Court - Madison Heights, Ferndale, Oak Park
· 44th District Court - Royal Oak
· 46th District Court - Southfield, Beverly Hills, Lathrup Village
· 47th District Court – Farmington Hills
· 48th District Court – Bloomfield Hills, West Bloomfield, Orchard Lake, Sylvan Lake, Keego Harbor
· 50th District Court – Pontiac
· 51st District Court – Waterford
· 52-1 District Court – Novi
· 52-2 District Court – Clarkston
· 52-3 District Court – Rochester and Rochester Hills
· 52-4 District Court - Troy
Domestic Violence or Spouse Abuse
The Macomb County Domestic Violence Defense lawyers with LEWIS & DICKSTEIN, P.L.L.C. are dedicated to the passionate, tenacious and compassionate representation of those charged with domestic violence, and other related charges, in the various courts throughout Michigan. Collectively, we have almost 40 years of experience successfully defending against domestic violence allegations in Macomb County, MI and we are adept at handling all aspects of domestic violence misdemeanor and felony charges.
We know that the consequences to clients and their families due to domestic violence allegations can be life changing in a tragic way. We stop at nothing in order to protect our clients from being over prosecuted, falsely prosecuted or from being taken advantage by a Michigan prosecutor or a judge who does not care enough to adequately consider our client’s personal situation. The most over used, abused, false criminal allegation is domestic violence. These allegations are frequently made to take advantage of men and women in domestic disputes, divorce, custody disputes, and disputes regarding possession of a home or assets.
The abuse of the system is wrong and we are the right people to stand up to law enforcement and protect your rights!
Retail Fraud – Shoplifting
Retail Fraud is commonly referred to as shoplifting. It can occur where an accused person either physically removes merchandise, moves it with the intent to steal, or alters or changes a price tag. In addition, a retail fraud or embezzlement can occur where someone works in concert with an employee to steal merchandise. Felony and misdemeanor charges for retail fraud are treated as a very serious crimes in Macomb County and can have long-term repercussions for a person’s employment and eligibility for student loans. In addition, for people who are not U.S. citizens, the INS considers Retail Fraud a crime of “moral turpitude” that can lead to deportation under certain circumstances. Many businesses have written policies preventing the hiring of employees with a criminal history involving theft or dishonesty. Any person convicted of felony retail fraud is ineligible to receive federally guaranteed student loans under current law. Many people consider retail fraud to be a minor matter or a youthful indiscretion. Although this is often a youthful mistake in the modern era of computerized criminal histories this cannot be taken lightly and every effort must be made to fight these cases and keep them off your record. First-time offenders typically face up to 93 days in jail, up to $1,000 in fines, and civil restitution, paying back the retailer for any merchandise stolen or damaged. A second offense is usually considered a high misdemeanor or felony, with severe potential penalties. Retail Fraud charges in Macomb County can be charged as either felony or misdemeanor offenses.
Drug Crimes
In the last year statistics were recorded 1.5 million people were arrested for drug related crimes in the United States. Some crimes, which are harshly prosecuted in Macomb County, MI, include:
• Distributing drugs
• Drug manufacturing
• Drug possession (marijuana, cocaine, heroin, prescription medication, and many more)
• Drug trafficking
• Possession of a controlled substance
• Possessing drug paraphernalia
• Possession with intent to sell
• Selling drugs
All Michigan drug charges are very serious matters, and depending upon the circumstances, carry with them severe legal consequences. If you are convicted of a drug charge, there are many different penalties that you may be confronted with, such as monetary fines, probation, and/or a jail term. A drug related conviction on your criminal record might cause many problems in your personal and professional life, as it may minimize your chance of obtaining a good job or a place to live.
If you are charged with a drug related offense, it is critical that you call the Premier Macomb County Criminal Defense Law Firm, LEWIS & DICKSTEIN, P.L.L.C., immediately so that we can preserve any exculpatory evidence the prosecutor or police may not want discovered by a good, aggressive Macomb County drug crimes defense lawyer. We fear no Macomb County Prosecutor or Macomb County judge and we will stand up for your rights no matter how hard the government fights to convict you.
Violation of Probation – Probation Violation Defense
Misdemeanor and felony sentencing often includes a term of reporting or non-reporting probation. While nonreporting probation is mostly restricted to simply staying out of trouble, reporting probation includes mandatory meetings with a probation officer or the judge. An Macomb County probation violation occurs when someone who is sentenced to probation violates any of the rules imposed upon him or her during the probationary period of the sentence. Probation may include required payment of fines, restitution to any victims, restrictions on movement or association, restrictions on possession of drugs or guns, restrictions of your liberty (including tether or house arrest) and a multitude of other conditions. Failure to follow any of these rules may result in a violation of probation. Consequently, probation can be revoked and jail or prison time can be a result.
If you are being accused of a probation violation, we can definitely help you. While the vast majority of criminal defense lawyers in Macomb County are afraid to fight for their clients when there are probation violation allegations, we rise to the occasion and tirelessly, fearlessly and proactively fight for your freedom. We have developed techniques and methods of defending those accused of VOP in Macomb County that are highly effective and will give you the best possible chance of avoiding a finding that you have violated probation or a sentence of jail or prison.
Malicious Destruction of Property
Vandalism is the willful or malicious destruction or defacement of public or private property. Even if the property damages are minimal, it is still a crime. Vandalism or MDOP can be considered either a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the severity of the damage. In felony cases, the consequences can be severe, such as prison time, fines and probation. It is important that you have a seasoned Macomb County malicious destruction of property defense lawyer to present an aggressive defense on your behalf. We are not just aggressive, we are also highly effective!
Appeals
Once a verdict has been reached in a case, an appeal of the verdict is certainly possible. Whether your trial lawyer inadequately represented you or failed to fight for your rights, we can evaluate your case and ensure that any unfairness in your case is discovered and used to appeal the verdict. There are many elements that need to be reviewed in order to determine whether a verdict can be appealed, so please contact us for more information. Read More
Macomb County Expungement, Motions to Set Aside Conviction, Post-Judgment or 6.500 Motions
An expungement of your Macomb County criminal record allows you to honestly answer the question “Have you ever been convicted of a crime?” with a “NO”! An expungement is the legal process of having your criminal record erased of all eligible felony and misdemeanor convictions. Our criminal defense attorneys can submit a petition on your behalf and motion for the charges to be erased. After a successful petition, your record will be wiped clean. We can help you achieve an expungement of your record in the Macomb County Circuit Court or any of the various Macomb County District Courts in Bloomfield Hills, Southfield, Waterford, Pontiac, Oak Park, Madison Heights, Novi, Clarkston, Rochester Hills, Waterford, Royal Oak, and more. Many people try to save money with a cheep lawyer or self-representation on these motions but this can be a catastrophic mistake. If you have the chance to have a life with no criminal record, you have to ask yourself, “what is a clean record worth?” Failure is not an option!
“We Can Help You”
Please review our full website to learn more about us. We are familiar with all aspects of criminal law, and even if you don't see the charges you are facing, contact us or give us a call at (248) 263-6800 to arrange for a FREE and CONFIDENTIAL consultation and learn how we can help you. Our attorneys are always happy to help anyone in any criminal matter, and the respect and consideration you'll be shown will convince you that you've got the best possible, hardest fighting defense law firm available in the United States today. If you would like us to promptly contact you, please fill out a Request for Assistance Form.
