Filing a criminal defense lawsuit in MI
Charged with a crime in Novi, Michigan?
Do not talk to the police. Ask for your lawyer.
You feel like a target and all odds seem against you when a police officer brings you in for questioning or cuffs and takes you to jail. The criminal justice system looks one-sided, but it is not. By hiring my firm, Jonathan M. Jones, you have an experienced Novi criminal defense attorney at your side. I am with you during every step of the criminal justice process, ready to answer your questions and defend your rights.
An experienced Novi criminal defense attorney can help put your case into perspective. For starters, when being questioned or arrested, follow two simple rules—do not talk about your case and ask for your lawyer.
Preparing your defense
Remember, the prosecution bears the burden. They must prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. I know the police and detectives made you feel like all hope was lost. But their job is to be convincing and they work hard at it. My job as your Novi criminal defense attorney is to be more convincing than they are.
What is involved in a criminal defense? That depends on your case and each case is different. But we have options. Some effective actions I often take include:
Investigation to see if your Constitutional rights were violated—
- Illegal search and seizure
- Miranda rights violations
- Fifth amendment rights violations
- Denied right to contact your lawyer
Careful examination of procedure for police errors
Entering pre-trial motions to
- Dismiss the case for lack of evidence
- Exclude certain testimonies
- Exclude certain witnesses
- Change venue
- Exclude physical evidence
- Suppress a search without a warrant
Thorough review of case law for cases similar to yours
Identification of weaknesses in the prosecution’s case
I always look to see whether criminal law in Novi can be used to our advantage. A lot of hard work goes into every stage of criminal defense.
I take my job seriously because I know I can make a difference—and your freedom is in my hands. The truth is—you can make a difference too by choosing an experienced lawyer who is willing to fight for you.