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A misdemeanor crime is less serious than a felony, but don’t let that fool you.
The penalties are steep.
A misdemeanor conviction can mean losing your job, your freedom, your rights, and access to future opportunities. Let that sink in.
Almost anything from drugs to traffic offenses can land you a misdemeanor charge, putting you in a challenging position.
At The Nieves Law Firm, our job is to get you out of it by providing legal representation that prioritizes your rights. Take the first step—contact our team for a free consultation with one of our criminal justice attorneys today.
Three Types of Misdemeanors
First things first—you need to know what you’re up against.
In Michigan, three types of misdemeanors will determine your penalties.
High Court Misdemeanor
- Up to 2 years in prison and/or
- A fine
- Examples include negligent homicide, indecent exposure, and certain violent crimes
Misdemeanor Punishable by time in Jail
- Jail time
- A fine
- Examples include shoplifting, larceny, and certain drug crimes
Misdemeanor Punishable by time in Jail
- Jail time
- A fine
- Examples include first-offense domestic violence convictions, disturbing the peace and assault and battery
Criminal lawyers can protect you when you have misdemeanor charges hanging over your head.
Collateral Consequences of Criminal Convictions
Misdemeanor criminal offenses go on your permanent criminal record. Even after your sentence is complete, you can experience issues getting a job, a house, or applying for public assistance. These are called collateral consequences.
A misdemeanor criminal conviction can cause you to lose:
- Your professional license
- Housing
- Federal student aid
- Your right to bear a firearm
Additionally, you may experience discrimination when seeking employment or public benefits.
Our law firm wants to help you protect your rights, which starts by defending you against the charges.
Can a Criminal Defense Attorney Help With My Case?
Misdemeanor charges range in severity and scope.
Our attorneys can assist with the following:
- Notary Services
- Assualt
- Domestic Violence
- Drug Charges
- Expungement
- Contempt
- Title IX
- & so much more!
Everyone makes mistakes at one point or another in their lives. That shouldn’t mean a lifelong punishment.
At The Nieves Law Firm, our criminal attorneys don’t judge; they defend.
Our 4-Step Approach to Misdemeanor Cases in Oakland, CA
The criminal justice system has its flaws, but if you’re facing misdemeanor charges, there’s a good chance they have a lot of evidence against you.
When that’s your reality, you don’t need a lawyer that flies by the seat of their pants; you’ll need a strategic plan to help you get out of this one.
The Nieves Law Firm’s criminal justice attorneys employs a basic four-step approach to building out our criminal defense strategy so that when you’re in trouble, we’re ready to hit the ground running in your case.
Here’s how we’ll help.
- You schedule a consultation—Getting started on your case is one phone call away. We’ll gather the details of the charges you’re facing and determine how we can help.
- We build a criminal defense strategy—We’ll brief you on the attorney-client relationship, the costs associated with our representation, and our game plan to help you beat your charges.
- We put the plan in motion—We get to work on your case, investigating the details, analyzing, and strategizing for success. During the entire process, you’ll have access to our team day and night to answer your questions and frequent case updates.
- You sleep peacefully—We’ll fight to beat your charges like it’s our lives on the line.
Passionate Criminal Defense Lawyers in Oakland, CA
A misdemeanor charge means you are arrested, going to court, facing the penalties, and enduring the consequences.
No one but you can answer for these charges or has the potential to make a difference in your case.
So, make the right call—contact an Oakland criminal defense attorney.
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