Legal Advice on Criminal Trial

Q: "Can I go to court without an attorney?" A: You should always be represented in court by an attorney when facing criminal charges. An attorney will facilitate the best possible outcome for your... more

Filing the Claim of Appeal. Within 42 days of a felony conviction, the defendant must file what's called a Claim of Appeal with the Michigan Court of Appeals to preserve the right to appeal the... more

Figure out If a Writ Is The Best Way to Move Forward. Many clients want to get rid of unfair or unwanted items on their record. Sometimes they are eligible for other relief besides habeas writs,... more

A witness in a criminal case is someone who testifies at a court hearing because they observed and/or have direct knowledge of a crime or significant event. They help lawyers verify versions of the... more

Arraignment. This is the first Court date, held in room 404 of the Criminal Justice Center. It is a simple, but necessary procedure. Here, the court gives notice of the precise charges which have... more

Expungement. With an expungement, some of the benefits include telling potential employers that you have not been convicted of a crime; you can be eligible for student loans; you can be eligible for... more

The Right to Confront is not Bulletproof. The United States Constitution gives you the right to confront your accusers in any criminal trial. In most other hearings, you don't directly have that... more