Criminal charges can put everything on the line: your job, your relationships, your reputation, and even your freedom. You need legal representation that understands the stakes and knows what it takes to achieve the best possible outcome.
The team at Geherin Law Group, PLLC, defends people across Monroe County facing serious legal issues. We step in early to protect your rights and build a powerful defense. The stakes are too high for you to hesitate. Contact our law firm right away to learn more.
The Michigan criminal process moves quickly, and early mistakes can cost you dearly. Making wise decisions begins with understanding how the process works.
Police may contact you before they file charges. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office may ask you to come down and speak with them, detectives may show up at your home or job to ask questions, or law enforcement may execute a warrant and make an arrest.
Remember: you do not have to answer questions. Anything you do say to the police may provide the prosecution with evidence they may never have obtained. Politely request a lawyer, then exercise your right to remain silent while you wait for one to arrive and give you further instructions.
The arraignment marks your first court appearance. During this appearance, the judge will:
Bond conditions may restrict travel, limit alcohol use, require testing, or prevent contact with another person. Violating these conditions can create new problems. Our attorneys argue for a reasonable bond and push back on unnecessary restrictions.
Pretrial hearings shape the outcome of your case. During this critical stage, our attorneys will:
Our primary goal is always to resolve cases through dismissal or a favorable plea agreement. However, that’s not always possible, and some cases must go to trial. We prepare every case for this possibility, so we remain prepared to fight for your rights no matter how the case develops.
At trial, we challenge the prosecution’s evidence, cross-examine witnesses, present your defense clearly and directly, and fight for a favorable verdict. Every decision we make focuses on your long-term protection, not achieving a quick resolution.
We represent clients in district and circuit courts throughout the county. Our team focuses on high-stakes legal matters such as:
A DUI charge threatens your license and potentially even your freedom. We defend clients against:
We examine traffic stops and field sobriety tests when officers violate your rights, and challenge flawed evidence to protect your record and your driver’s license.
Drug charges carry serious penalties and long-term consequences in Monroe County. Our law firm handles:
Our attorneys scrutinize search warrants and challenge unlawful traffic stops that resulted in drug arrests, and we always push back against overcharging.
Violent crime allegations can destroy reputations overnight. We defend clients accused of things like:
These cases require aggressive, strategic defense. Our lawyers carefully analyze witness credibility to identify inconsistencies and protect your rights.
License revocation can disrupt both your professional life and your personal life. We guide clients through the restoration process before the Michigan Secretary of State.
Successful appeals require the following:
Most people lose their appeal because they fail to prepare correctly. Our law firm guides you through every step of preparing a proper case, and then we present it effectively.
A criminal record limits job opportunities and housing options. Michigan law allows many people to clear eligible convictions, but you typically need an experienced criminal defense lawyer to help you do it.
Our lawyers review your record to determine eligibility, and then we file the petition. Our team will then represent you at your hearing and argue for the clean slate you deserve.
We represent clients in communities throughout Monroe County, including:
Our team has extensive experience with local district courts, as well as the Monroe County Circuit Court. We understand how these courts operate, and we tailor our defense strategies around their expectations.
If you want to protect your rights, you need experienced legal representation that understands what you’re up against. Clients choose our criminal defense lawyers because we provide:
We don’t sugarcoat anything when we handle your case. We explain your options, build a plan, and then execute that plan with discipline and focus. Your future hangs in the balance, and we stand ready to fight for it.
Here are the answers to some of the most common questions Monroe County clients ask our law firm:
No. Once the police arrest you, you should not answer any questions without a lawyer present. When they tell you, “Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law,” they mean it. Tell them clearly you want an attorney and stop talking.
Outcomes depend on the evidence, your record, and the specific facts of the case. Reduced charges or dismissal may be possible, but our lawyers will have to review your case carefully to identify weaknesses and build a calculated defense.
Misdemeanor cases may resolve in a few months, but felony cases often take longer. Court schedules, motions, and negotiations affect timing. Our law firm keeps you informed at every stage, and will work to get you out of jail while your case is pending.
If you want to protect your rights, make sure you:
The sooner you act, the more leverage you can maintain. Contact a lawyer right away and follow their instructions to the letter.
A criminal charge will not fix itself, but a skilled defense attorney can help address the situation as effectively as possible. The team at Geherin Law Group, PLLC, stands up for Monroe County residents facing criminal prosecution. Contact us today to protect your future and fight for the best possible outcome.
