Felony Defense Lawyer in Southfield

For an Aggressive Defense, Choose The Law Office of Jeff Perlman

If you have been charged with a felony in the Detroit Metro Area, you probably have a lot of questions and may be feeling overwhelmed. This is a common feeling, but an experienced criminal defense lawyer can help alleviate your stress and answer all of your questions. In addition to helping you understand the charges brought against you, a competent attorney will also help guide you throughout the criminal justice system, uncovering all of your legal options. At The Law Office of Jeff Perlman, we understand how difficult it is to face felony charges, and we are committed to fighting for our clients.

To discuss your case with an experienced felony defense attorney in Southfield, contact us online or call (248) 290-8099.

Classifying Felony Charges 

Felony charges are serious, and they almost always come with more severe penalties than misdemeanors do. Prosecutors in the Detroit Metro Area tend to be very aggressive when pursuing these cases.

There are eight different classes of felonies. The class of felony you are charged with will affect how it is prosecuted and what the penalties of conviction will be. Factors that often affect the class of a felony include the amount and/or value of items involved (cash, drugs, etc.), whether or not minors are involved, and whether or not anyone was injured or killed during the alleged incident.

The felony classes in Michigan are:

• Class A: The most severe class, includes cases of first- and second-degree murder, and conviction can result in life in prison
• Class B: Includes cases of arson, child abuse, and child pornography, and penalties of up to 20 years in jail
• Class C: Includes cases of robbery and manslaughter, and penalties of up to 15 years of jail time
• Class D: Includes cases of human trafficking and some white-collar crimes, such as embezzlement, and penalties of jail time up to 15 years
• Class E: Includes specific weapons charges and crimes such as home invasion, with penalties of up to 5 years in jail
• Class F: Includes many marijuana crimes and fraud crimes, with penalties including jail time of up to four years
• Class G: Includes cases of domestic violence, and can result in penalties of up to two years in jail
• Class H: Includes some fraud crimes, such as using a stolen ID card, and penalties can range from jail time to probation

You Matter to Us

As you can see, felony cases are often quite complicated. With your freedom at stake in almost every case, it is not recommended that you represent yourself. When looking for a criminal defense attorney to defend you in court, select someone you can trust.

At The Law Office of Jeff Perlman, we believe in providing clients with personalized legal representation that puts their needs first. To us, you are more than just a case number. We strive to provide legal counsel that considers your future beyond the immediate outcome of your case. We are with you from start to finish.

For a free case evaluation, call our Southfield felony defense attorney at (248) 290-8099. We provide legal services across the Detroit Metro Area.