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Michigan Criminal Law

“The leading rule for the lawyer, as for the man of every calling, is diligence”
— Abraham Lincoln

Felony Criminal Defense in Michigan

Jim Amberg has tried countless jury trials in the most serious of cases.

Jim Amberg has tried countless jury trials in the most serious of cases.

We are criminal trial lawyers who have extensive experience representing clients in serious felony cases in Southeast Michigan. A felony is a serious criminal charge that generally carries the possibility of going to prison. Some felonies, such as murder and major drug trafficking, carry sentences that can be for life. A jury trial in a Michigan felony criminal case is a different animal than that of federal court. There are major differences between county prosecutors offices at how they view certain types of crimes and whether they offer fair pleas. We have tried many state felony criminal trials with great success and understand the intricacies and differences, for example, trying a case in the Oakland County Circuit Court versus the Wayne County Circuit Court.

What Courts in Michigan Handle Felony Criminal Cases?

Felony cases take place in the County Courthouse. The prosecutor will either be a County Prosecutor or the Attorney General. A felony case generally will begin in the District Court where the alleged crime occurred, then eventually be removed to the Circuit Court for trial.

A Good Strategy Makes All the Difference

There are many different strategies to win a Michigan felony case, so it is imperative that you find the right lawyer that understands how to win. To give yourself the best chance of winning your criminal case, you have to start fighting on day one. Your lawyer has to conduct a real investigation, file great motions, and be aggressive. To do nothing and hope the prosecutor makes you a deal is not a strategy, it is a fools errand. We are felony criminal lawyers who have extensive experience winning Michigan felony cases. Give us a call today and let’s talk about how we can win your case.