10 tips to help you find the best Michigan criminal lawyer.

By Attorney James Czarnecki|Czarnecki & Taylor PLLC|NOV 8, 2022

10 tips to help you find the best Michigan criminal defense attorney.

How do you find the best Michigan criminal lawyer for your case among so many to choose from? What qualities do you look for? Where do you even look? How do you narrow your search to find only the best?

If you’re facing charges, you want to find the best criminal lawyer for your case. Most people don’t know where to look. The internet can often be a place of confusion. Every attorney on the internet says, “we are the best” or “highest rated” criminal attorneys. One secret is that the State Bar of Michigan doesn’t rank attorneys like college football teams. If the State Bar of Michigan had a ranking system, I would trust it. But, until they do, you have to be wary of attorney advertisements. In another article, I talked about the so-called “lawyer rating sites” and how they are not completely reliable.

What should you do when Michigan police want to talk to you?

By Attorney James Czarnecki|Czarnecki & Taylor PLLC|NOV 8, 2022

If Michigan police want to talk to you, you should remain silent and hire a highly qualified criminal defense attorney. — If the police in Michigan want to talk to you, you should do two things: (1) Remain silent; and (2) hire an experienced criminal defense attorney as early as possible.

This article discusses what you should do when any Michigan police officer wants to talk to you about a crime. For starters, the statement in the photo is accurate. If you speak to the police, you risk having your statements taken out of context, misconstrued, or misquoted. If you learn anything from this article, you should (1) remain silent and (2) immediately retain an attorney.

Never talk to the police without a lawyer.

By Attorney James Czarnecki|Czarnecki & Taylor PLLC|NOV 2, 2022

If you are a suspect or have been arrested, never talk to the police.

If you are a suspect or have been arrested by the police, do not make a statement without first consulting with a criminal defense attorney. You cannot talk your way out of a criminal charge, so don’t try it. The police want to speak with you so that you can make their job easier. They want a confession or admission.

Many people know they should not talk to the police without an attorney. It is a simple rule, and many people know it well. However, despite this knowledge, too many people talk to the police because they do not want to appear guilty. People also mistakenly believe that if they hire a lawyer, the detective will assume they have something to hide. That isn’t true.

This article explains the many reasons you should not talk to the police without an attorney, even if you are completely innocent.

Specific ways a criminal lawyer can help with your Macomb County probation violation.

By Attorney James Czarnecki|Czarnecki & Taylor PLLC|OCT 31, 2022

A Macomb County probation violation can be very difficult and quite stressful. If you are currently facing such a situation, you will need to hire an attorney who is well-versed in this type of legal matter immediately. Many factors go into defending against a probation violation, including what occurred leading up to the alleged violation. Probation violations can be complicated, so having legal representation could help avoid the violation or minimize the penalties you may face if convicted.

This article explains how an experienced criminal defense attorney can help you at a probation violation hearing. If you have been charged with a probation violation, it is vital to work with a skilled criminal defense attorney who can help you navigate the complex legal system and ensure that your rights are protected. A criminal defense attorney will assess your case and determine the best action to defend against the charges. Sometimes, this may entail negotiating a plea deal or litigating the matter in a violation hearing.