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Monroe Criminal Defense Attorneys Who Fight For Your Rights

A criminal charge puts your freedom, your career and your future at risk. So, when you’re looking to fight these charges, who do you want on your side? Do you want an attorney who may be willing to accept a fee just to push a plea deal? No. You want a strong legal team that isn’t afraid to fight tenaciously for your rights, freedoms and liberties.

At Kershaw, Vititoe & Jedinak, PLC, our experienced and fearless criminal defense attorneys are determined to help you seek the outcome you want out of your case. They can offer the seasoned counsel, sound advice and aggressive defense you need to help you feel confident as you maneuver Michigan’s criminal justice system.

Do Not Take Chances – Put A Hardworking Defense Lawyer In Your Corner

We believe that in every criminal case, the government should be held to its full burden. We take the time to fully analyze every relevant detail to protect your rights. When you work with our criminal defense lawyers, you can always expect high-quality counsel and professional client service. We will help you understand the charges and the case against you, and give you the information you need to make fully informed decisions. Our goal is to serve as your advocate to obtain the outcome you’d like to see, whether that be dismissal, acquittal or reduced charges and penalties to minimize the impact of a conviction.

We provide aggressive criminal defense representation for those who face just about any kind of criminal charge imaginable, including:

  • Assault and violent crimes: We will build an aggressive defense against charges of assault, domestic violence and murder, targeting every weakness in the prosecution’s case.
  • Sex crimes: We will challenge allegations that carry severe criminal penalties and the lifelong consequences of sex offender registration.
  • OWI/DUI: We will protect your driving privileges, your record and your livelihood against drunk driving charges.
  • Drug offenses: We will craft a defense strategy tailored to your specific charges, whether you face simple possession or high-stakes trafficking allegations.
  • Theft and fraud: We will defend your career, your finances and your professional reputation against property crime and white collar fraud charges.

If you carry a past felony conviction, we can also guide you through the expungement process to clear your record and reclaim the opportunities a past conviction has cost you. Call us today at 734-636-0960 to learn more about how we can help you.

Can The Police Force Me To Answer Their Questions?

No. You have the right to remain silent whether you are under arrest or not. The Fifth Amendment protects you from any obligation to incriminate yourself, and Michigan law fully recognizes this right. If an officer approaches you with questions, you can decline to answer and ask whether you are free to leave. If you are not under arrest, you may have the right to walk away.

If officers detain you, clearly invoke your right to remain silent and request an attorney before answering anything. Prosecutors can and will use anything you say against you in court. Do not give them material to work with before you have legal counsel in your corner.

What Happens At An Arraignment, And Why Does It Matter?

At your arraignment, a judge formally reads the charges against you, and you enter an initial plea. In Michigan, this is typically your first court appearance after an arrest, and it sets the tone for everything that follows. The judge also determines bail and any conditions of your release at this hearing. You must attend your arraignment.

Failing to appear can result in a bench warrant for your arrest and additional charges. This is also one of the earliest opportunities to have legal representation working for you. Walking into an arraignment without an attorney puts you at an immediate disadvantage at one of the most consequential moments in your case.

Is It A Good Idea To Accept An Early Plea Deal?

Accepting an early plea offer without fully understanding your case is one of the biggest mistakes you can make. Prosecutors typically present early offers to close cases quickly, not to serve your interests. The first offer is rarely the best one.

Before agreeing to anything, you need to know the full strength of the evidence against you, what defense options exist for your situation and how a conviction would affect your record, your career and your life. Pleading guilty waives significant rights, and the consequences can follow you for years. Our attorneys will evaluate any offer carefully and push back hard when it does not reflect the true value of your case.

One Call Can Change The Trajectory Of Your Case

Time is critical in a criminal case. The sooner our attorneys begin working on your defense, the more options we have to investigate, challenge the evidence and protect your future.

Kershaw, Vititoe & Jedinak, PLC, pursues every possible avenue on your behalf, fighting for complete dismissals, acquittals and significantly reduced charges. Whether you are in Monroe, Dundee, Bedford, Lambertville or anywhere across Michigan, our attorneys are ready to protect what matters most to you. Call us at 734-636-0960 or send us a message online to schedule your initial consultation.