Hastings Defense Lawyer

Hastings Defense Lawyer

Most people never run afoul of the law, so when you or a loved one is accused of committing a crime it can be a scary and stressful experience. In this situation, it is critical that you have an experienced and highly qualified criminal defense attorney by your side to defend and protect your rights throughout the legal process. Around Hastings, the Van Den Heuvel Law Office has been protecting clients accused of committing criminal offenses for years and has the skills you need in your criminal case. To learn more, call or contact our office today to schedule a consultation.

Types of Crimes We Defend 

There are many types of criminal activities that a person can be accused of committing, ranging from minor infractions to violent crimes. The less serious crimes are known as misdemeanors, which are usually the nonviolent offenses. Penalties for misdemeanor crimes can include up to one year in jail, thousands of dollars in fines, community service, and a permanent criminal record that will show up on every background check for school, housing, and jobs. Some examples of misdemeanor offenses in Michigan include the following: 

• Domestic violence
• Driving under the influence
• Indecent exposure
• Malicious destruction of property
• Misdemeanor larceny
• Operating a vehicle while visibly impaired
• Possession of marijuana
• Misdemeanor theft
• Vandalism

The more serious criminal offenses are called felony crimes. These include violent crimes and criminal activities of a significant magnitude. Penalties for felony offenses include years, or even a lifetime, in prison as well as thousands of dollars in fines and a felony criminal record that can limit your rights after release like prohibiting the right to possess firearms, vote, run for public office, or communicate with others you know that also have felony criminal records. Examples of felony offenses we defend against include the following:

• Arson
• Assault
• Battery
• Forgery
• Kidnapping
• Murder
• Possession of a controlled substance
• Possession with the intent to distribute
• Robbery
• Felony theft

How a Hastings Criminal Defense Lawyer Can Help 

Hiring a qualified criminal defense lawyer can mean the difference between securing your freedom and time behind bars. An attorney can provide critical legal assistance from the moment that you are arrested for a possible criminal offense. You have the right to have an attorney present during interrogation with police, and a lawyer can learn what type of evidence they have that suggests that you committed a crime. An attorney can represent your interests from the initial arraignment all the way through trial and present the best possible case. They understand the legal process and can explain what is happening at every step of the legal process. To learn more about how a lawyer can help, talk to our office today.

Call or Contact Our Office Today 

Have you or a loved one recently been arrested in the Hastings area? If so, the experienced and highly qualified criminal defense attorneys at the Van Den Heuvel Law Office are here to help. Call or contact us today to schedule a consultation.