Criminal Defense
Experienced Michigan Criminal Defense Lawyers
From the moment of charging, through trial, our West Michigan firm will put the extensive trial and jury experience of our attorneys to its best use in your defense. We take the time and effort to develop the best defenses possible prior to discussing settlement or going to trial. At Bleakley Law Offices we have the resources and experience to handle any type of criminal defense, including:
- OUIL
- Drug Crimes
- White Collar Crime
- Felonies
- Misdemeanors
Our Criminal Defense Attorneys Can Help With Drunk Driving Offenses
Have you been accused of drunk driving? Michigan takes a strong stand against drunk drivers. Its laws require swift action resulting in severe consequences for the convicted. If you are convicted of drunk or impaired driving, the court may order loss or suspension of driving privileges, imprisonment, fines and costs, community service, alcohol treatment or education, vehicle forfeiture, immobilization or a combination of these.
There are four drunk driving offenses in Michigan: Operating under the influence of intoxicating liquor (OUIL); driving with an unlawful bodily alcohol level/content (UBAL/UBAC); operating while impaired (OWI); and under age 21 operating with any bodily alcohol content. It is also unlawful in Michigan for those under 21 to buy, possess, consume or transport alcoholic beverages.
A conviction or plea of guilty of OUIL or UBAC means a maximum sentence of up to $500.00 in fines plus the costs of prosecution, up to 93 days in jail and up to 45 days of community service. A second DUI, OUIL or UBAC in Michigan increases the fines plus costs up to $1,000.00, and imprisonment up to 1 year in jail. A third time conviction for drunk driving will result in a felony punishable by 1 to 5 years imprisonment and a fine of up to $5,000.00.
A conviction or guilty plea to OWI will result in a maximum sentence up to $300.00 in fines plus costs, up to 93 days in jail and up to 45 days of community service.
In addition to the above, a convicted person's license will be suspended or revoked for varying lengths of time depending on the circumstances.
Don't let a drunk driving charge sideline you. You need your license and your car. Call our drunk driving attorneys at Bleakley Law Offices for legal advice. Our number is toll free 1-888-701-5120.
Drug Crimes
In addition to our Michigan drunk driving defense work, we also represent clients in drug crimes such as possession with intent, possession of illegal drugs such as cocaine, marijuana, ecstasy, PCP and heroin. We can also help with the following drug offenses:
- Crimes involving marijuana cultivation
- Operating Under the Influence of Drugs
- Misuse or possession of prescription drugs
- Manufacturing methamphetamine or meth lab operation
White Collar Crime
White collar crime is becoming increasingly prevalent in our society. If you have been accused of a white collar crime, know your legal rights. At Bleakley Law Offices, our attorneys can defend you if you are accused of any of the following:
- Accounting Fraud
- Antitrust Violations
- Bank Fraud
- Bankruptcy Fraud
- Computer Fraud
- Conspiracy
- Corporate Fraud
- Mail Fraud
- Money Laundering
- Multi-level Marketing Fraud
- RICO Violations
- Public Deception
- Securities Fraud
- Tax Fraud
- Wire Fraud
Felonies
A felony is the most severe criminal charge and carries the maximum punishment allowed by law. A felony is punishable by serving time in a state correctional institute or a federal penitentiary, depending on the offense. In these cases, it is very important to know your legal rights. We will aggressively defend you if you are accused of the following:
- Aggravated Assault
- Voluntary Manslaughter
- Murder
- Arson
- Burglary
- Kidnapping
- Rape
- Involuntary Deviate Sexual Intercourse
- Forgery
- Insurance Fraud.
Misdemeanors
We have represented clients at preliminary hearings, trial, and appeal in a variety of misdemeanor cases in the criminal courts of Michigan. These include the following:
- Simple Assault
- Involuntary Manslaughter
- Prostitution
- Disorderly Conduct
- False Reports To Law Enforcement Authorities
- Minor Theft
- Sexual or Physical Abuse.
If you have you been arrested in the Western Michigan area, you need to discuss your case with an experienced criminal defense attorney prior to making decisions that will affect your future. Contact a firm that knows the system and your rights. Call us at 1-877- 544-3733.
