Criminal Defense Attorneys in Grand Rapids, MI

Criminal Defense Attorneys in Grand Rapids, MI

Being accused of a crime can be one of the scariest and most stressful times in a person’s life. Conviction for a criminal offense can ruin a person’s life, both personally and professionally. At the Van Den Heuvel Law Office in Grand Rapids, our experienced and knowledgeable criminal defense attorneys promise to zealously protect and defend your rights when accused of committing a crime in Michigan.

Misdemeanor Offenses 

Misdemeanor offenses comprise many non-violent and other low-level crimes; however, that does not mean that a person should take a misdemeanor charge lightly. Penalties for misdemeanor offenses in Michigan include hundreds or thousands of dollars in fines, court costs, up to one year jail, community service, drug and alcohol education courses or treatment, and a criminal record that will show up on every background check for a job, schooling, and housing. Some of the most common misdemeanor crimes include the following:

• Aggravated assault,
• Driving under the influence,
• Retail fraud,
• Juvenile offenses, and
• Vandalism 

Felony Crimes 

Felony crimes are the violent and more serious offenses under Michigan law. Punishment for felony offenses can include thousands of dollars in fines, restitution, court costs, years in prison, and a felony criminal record that prohibits the possession of a firearm, the right to vote, or associating with others who also have a felony criminal record. Our office understands the seriousness of being charged with a felony offense and will not hesitate to act in your best interest. Some of the felony crimes our office defends against include the following:

• Arson,
• Assault,
• Battery,
• Forgery,
• Kidnapping,
• Murder,
• Possession with the intent to distribute,
• Robbery, and
• Theft

White Collar Offenses 

The Van Den Heuvel Law Office also has the experience you need to defend against accusations of white collar offenses. White collar crimes are a unique subset of criminal offenses that can be either misdemeanors or felonies, but they all involve the accusation of using fraud or deceit for monetary gain. Depending on the type of white collar offense that a person is accused of, penalties can include thousands of dollars in fines, months or years in prison, restitution, court costs, and more. White collar offenses that our office has experience handling include the following: 

• Bribery,
• Embezzlement,
• Forgery,
• Falsifying documents,
• Healthcare fraud,
• Identity theft,
• Insider trading,
• Insurance fraud,
• Money laundering, and
• Mortgage fraud

If you would like to learn more about our office’s record of success defending clients against accusations of criminal activity, call or contact us today.

Talk to Our Office Now

The experienced and knowledgeable criminal defense attorneys at the Van Den Heuvel Law Office understand how confusing, concerning, and frightening a criminal accusation can be, and it is important to know that you do not have to handle this issue on your own. If you or someone that you know has been accused of committing a crime in the Grand Rapids area, call the office or contact us today to schedule a consultation of your case.