These goals sound good as talking points, but when it’s your life, they aren’t just talking points. They’re your reality<\/em>. As experienced Michigan criminal lawyers, our team spends all day, every day, handling criminal cases. We don’t just fight; we always follow an intelligent defense strategy. This means formulating a solid defense plan rather than just making a lot of noise.<\/p>\n My team and I are full-time<\/em> Michigan criminal lawyers. We don’t do divorce cases or get involved in lawsuits. Although we represent people for a wide range of criminal offenses, here are some of the more common charges we handle, listed alphabetically:<\/p>\n Knowing how a criminal case proceeds in Michigan can help you prepare for what may happen. Here are the steps in a Michigan criminal case<\/a>:<\/p>\n An experienced defense lawyer is the biggest asset you can have on your side in a criminal case. Your lawyer will help you prepare a strategic defense. Take a look at a few of the ways an attorney can help:<\/p>\n Facing any kind of criminal charge is stressful. You already know that. Now, you have to look for a criminal lawyer. You need someone you can trust. Your lawyer has to fight like a bear to produce the best outcome possible.<\/p>\n It can seem the more you look around, the more you get confused. Every lawyer has a message and a sales pitch.<\/p>\n Here are three key qualities that you need in a criminal lawyer:<\/p>\n You have to know that your lawyer is experienced in the kind of case you have. He or she must know the court where your case is being heard. My team and I ONLY take cases that fit within the realm of our prior experience. We stick to local courts where we appear regularly. This is why our firm limits our criminal and DUI practice to cases pending in the district and circuit courts of Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, and the surrounding counties.<\/p>\n Your criminal lawyer has to be a fighter and stand up for your rights. He or she must be charismatic, persuasive, and strong enough to protect you and your interests. That means actually making things better. You have to like and trust the lawyer you are going to hire because he or she is your spokesperson when dealing with the prosecutor and the judge. My team and I will always be completely honest with you and will never just tell you what you want to hear.<\/p>\n Price should NEVER be a secret, and it isn’t with our practice. We are the only law firm to list its prices<\/a> online. We believe in that kind of transparency in all our dealings. We charge enough to properly handle every case we take. We don’t cut corners, but we don’t do unnecessary work, either. Instead, we do what’s needed to fight for our clients and protect their futures.<\/p>\n Given how critical experience is when finding a criminal defense attorney, it is important to find out exactly how long he or she has been practicing criminal law and\/or defense law. Your chances are much better if you hire a criminal lawyer with years of experience rather than a new public defender. Of course, it is important to evaluate the experience and practice of any lawyer you consider. If you are facing criminal charges, it’s far better to have a lawyer who exclusively practices criminal law than a lawyer who dabbles in multiple practices like personal injury or family law.<\/p>\n A lawyer’s education can speak volumes about his or her knowledge of criminal law. Lawyers from recognized and respectable institutions bring more to the table and offer legal services that provide you with the confidence of knowing you’re in good hands. You may also want to ask if he or she is part of any professional or bar associations. Experienced lawyers tend to get involved in their local legal circles and practice area groups.<\/p>\n The details of every case are unique, but there is plenty of crossover, too. Having a criminal defense attorney who has dealt with cases similar to yours can be an advantage. Of course, you need to make sure that this is not a simple yes or no question. Don’t be afraid to ask for details about the results of any cases similar to yours.<\/p>\n A lawyer with a track record of success is not going to want to break that trend. When a successful lawyer takes your case, he or she will do everything in their power to win for your sake and for their own law practice.<\/p>\n Not all criminal cases need to go to trial. Many can (and should be) be settled before a trial is necessary. Trials can be risky endeavors, and some lawyers, like us, are able to negotiate exceptionally good plea bargains or even get charges dropped entirely. Be sure to ask any lawyer you are considering how often his or her cases go to trial.<\/p>\n While there is no legal precedent for having a home-field advantage, it can be a huge benefit to have a lawyer who has built a rapport with the judge who will preside over your case. Plus, a lawyer who is more familiar with the prosecutor will have a much better idea of how to defend you. This is why our firm limits its criminal and DUI practice to the Greater Detroit area of Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, and the surrounding counties.<\/p>\n One of the best outcomes for your case is to get the charges dropped or dismissed before it even gets underway. The first step towards this is getting a defense attorney on your side. He or she will look for all legal reasons to get your charges dropped right from the start. Grounds for dropping charges or dismissing a case can include the following.<\/p>\n Drunk driving and DUI\/OWI charges are criminal matters and can be serious, especially if you need to drive to get to work. Still, not all DUI charges are legally sound. Take a closer look at how to move forward when facing these kinds of charges.<\/p>\n In most cases, a DUI is a misdemeanor in Michigan, but that is not always the case. If you are charged with a third DUI after already having been previously convicted twice of drunk driving in the past, then the charge becomes a felony. Additionally, if your DUI involved a serious injury or death, that can be considered a felony, too.<\/p>\n The penalties for a DUI depend on how many DUI convictions you have had in the past. If charged with a third-offense felony, you face the following potential penalties:<\/p>\n In misdemeanor cases, you potentially face jail time and a certain driver’s license sanction, meaning either a suspension or revocation, among other possible penalties. Of course, your lawyer’s job is to keep you out of jail and protect your ability to drive.<\/p>\n To fight back against a DUI charge, there are a few strategies to try:<\/p>\n DUI convictions go on your public record, and that can have serious consequences for insurance, employment, and more. Getting your conviction expunged will ease this burden, but the process is complicated. To qualify, you will have to meet certain criteria that include:<\/p>\n Some DUI convictions cannot be expunged, including the following:<\/p>\n When your driver’s license is revoked, it is gone forever until you take action and win it back. This is done through the Michigan Secretary of State’s Office of Hearings and Administrative Oversight (OHAO). Fortunately, driver’s license restoration in Michigan may be possible for you.<\/p>\n You do not technically need a lawyer to get your license back, but it is very difficult to succeed without one. Driver’s license restoration lawyers like us know how to effectively navigate the complicated process and create a strong case for restoration.<\/p>\n The driver’s license restoration process<\/a> is entirely virtual, including the license appeal hearing. That means you can go through the restoration process without even having to travel to Michigan and from the comfort of your home. We regularly handle out-of-state license restoration for clients, so we are familiar with the process. Our clients live all over the state and, indeed, the country.<\/p>\n When you work with our team, we guarantee<\/a> your driver\u2019s license will be restored!<\/p>\n Criminal charges can drastically impact your life, but you can minimize that damage with a proper defense.<\/p>\n Criminal convictions can make numerous aspects of life harder than you might expect. You may face any of the following obstacles:<\/p>\n Legally speaking, you do not need a lawyer if you are being investigated by the police. Practically speaking, however, you absolutely need a lawyer if that is happening. Remember, the police only look for evidence to prove that you are guilty. You will need a lawyer from an experienced law office to look for evidence to cast doubt on your guilt.<\/p>\n No. Never cooperate with police unless you have an attorney present. Police are more interested in getting convictions than anything else, so you will need a legal advocate to represent your interests and protect your rights. The police aren’t there to get you out of trouble.<\/p>\n Expunging your criminal record means removing convictions from the public record. The process for doing so generally takes several months and requires a few steps:<\/p>\n Whether or not your convictions are actually expunged depends on a lot of factors, including how your expungement hearing goes. Having an experienced criminal lawyer prepare your case will maximize your chances of a positive outcome.<\/p>\n With Jeffrey Randa and Associates, you can expect open, honest communication and a custom defense crafted by highly experienced criminal lawyers. The greatest reward we get is when a prior client calls us and thanks us for not treating them like another file and for the guidance and help we provided. The success we achieve can only come from being a firm that looks beyond the case at hand and at the person as a whole. We truly want our clients to get the right help they need to not repeat the same behavior.<\/p>\n Our clients consistently highlight our dedication to their personal successes.<\/p>\n \u201cA few years ago I attempted to get my driving privileges reinstated and the interlock device removed from my car. I hired another attorney and we failed miserably. The Randa office shoots it to you straight and walks you through everything you need to do before they’ll even consider taking you on as a client and eventually requesting a hearing. They are in it to win and that’s exactly what they did for me. They had a mess to clean up and they did that and got my freedom back for me. Jack Mott and Ann were amazing to work with. I felt confident and prepared for my hearing. I highly recommend The Jeffrey Randa team for any license needs.\u201d \u2014 Ceree M.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n \u201cI had a wonderful experience working with this law firm, Jeffrey Randa and Associates. Stephanie listened intensively during my consultation. She was prompt and provided easy to understand next steps!\u201d \u2014 Jonathan P.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n If you are facing criminal charges or expect to be charged with a crime in the greater Detroit area, meaning anywhere in Oakland County, Macomb County, Wayne County, or any of the immediate surrounding counties, you need reliable representation. Beyond all the legal issues, you need a criminal lawyer who will really be there for you. In our law firm, we work as a team.<\/p>\n When you’re our client and have questions, all you have to do is call our law office. Whoever answers the phone should be able to answer your questions right then and there. If not, then they’ll get answers for you right away.<\/p>\n In driver’s license restoration cases, we can help people from Ann Arbor, Troy, Bloomfield Hills, Grand Rapids, Lansing, Shelby Township, Southfield, Sterling Heights, Port Huron, and beyond. Note that our license restoration services are not only state-wide but also nationwide.<\/p>\n Anyone needing legal services should be a savvy consumer and look around and speak with different law offices. There is simply no downside to exploring your options.<\/p>\n All of our consultations are free, confidential, and, best of all, done over the phone right when you call.<\/strong> My team and I are very friendly people who will gladly answer your questions and explain things. We’ll even be happy to compare notes with something any other lawyer has told you.<\/p>\n We can be reached Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. (EST), at either 248-986-9700<\/a> or 586-465-1980<\/a>, so do not hesitate to call for a free consultation<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":4327,"parent":0,"menu_order":2,"template":"","pa_category":[],"class_list":["post-841","practice_areas","type-practice_areas","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.randalawyers.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/practice_areas\/841","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.randalawyers.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/practice_areas"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.randalawyers.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/practice_areas"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.randalawyers.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.randalawyers.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/practice_areas\/841\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8459,"href":"https:\/\/www.randalawyers.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/practice_areas\/841\/revisions\/8459"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.randalawyers.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4327"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.randalawyers.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=841"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"pa_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.randalawyers.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pa_category?post=841"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Our Criminal Defense Practice Areas<\/h2>\n
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How Criminal Cases Proceed in Michigan<\/h2>\n
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How Do Michigan Criminal Law Attorneys Help Prepare a Defense for a Criminal Case?<\/h2>\n
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What Should I Look for When Hiring a Criminal Defense Attorney in Michigan?<\/h2>\n
Experience<\/h3>\n
Personality<\/h3>\n
Fees<\/h3>\n
Questions to Ask When You Hire a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Michigan<\/h2>\n
How Long Have You Been Practicing Criminal Law?<\/h3>\n
Where Did You Go to School?<\/h3>\n
Have You Had Similar Cases to Mine?<\/h3>\n
What is Your Success Rate?<\/h3>\n
Do Your Cases Often Go to Trial?<\/h3>\n
Do You Know the Courthouse for My Case?<\/h3>\n
How to Get Charges Dropped or Dismissed Before the Court Date in Michigan<\/h2>\n
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Drunk Driving and DUI Charges<\/h2>\n
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Is a DUI a Felony or Misdemeanor in Michigan?<\/h3>\n
What Are the Penalties for a DUI in Michigan?<\/h3>\n
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How Do You Beat a DUI in Michigan?<\/h3>\n
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How to Expunge a DUI in Michigan<\/h3>\n
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Driver\u2019s License Restoration<\/h2>\n
Do I Need a Lawyer to Get My License Back in Michigan?<\/h3>\n
How Do I Get My Driver’s License Restored in Michigan When I Live Out of State?<\/h3>\n
Criminal Charges<\/h2>\n
How Can Criminal Convictions Affect My Life?<\/h3>\n
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Do I Need a Lawyer if I’m Being Investigated by the Police?<\/h3>\n
I’m Innocent. Should I Cooperate With the Police?<\/h3>\n
How Can I Expunge My Criminal Record in Michigan?<\/h3>\n
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Why Work With Jeffrey Randa and Associates?<\/h2>\n
Testimonials<\/h3>\n
Make the Call For Your Future<\/h2>\n