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AV Preeminent Peer Rated Attorneys
Ann Arbor Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

Giroux Pappas Trial Attorneys, P.C.

5.0
12 Reviews

  • 603 West Huron Street, Suite 104, Ann Arbor, MI 48103+4 locations

  • Law Firm with 8 lawyers2 awards

  • We're in it for justice. We're in it for you. At Giroux Pappas, we fight for the injured and those seeking accountability. With relentless dedication and trial-tested... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersMedical Malpractice Lawyers, Personal Injury Lawyers In Michigan, and 29 more

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Evan Pappas
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Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C.

4.6
67 Reviews

  • 343 S. Main St., # 206, Ann Arbor, MI 48104+2 locations

  • Law Firm with 20 lawyers2 awards

  • Best Michigan Car Accident, Malpractice, & Personal Injury Attorneys

  • Criminal Law LawyersMotor Vehicle, Car Accidents, and 27 more

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Dondi R. Vesprini
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Hermanowski Law

5.0
63 Reviews

  • 715 N University Ave Ste 202, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • A law firm practicing criminal defense law.

  • Criminal Law LawyersLitigation, Criminal Defense, and 14 more

Alexander Hermanowski
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Blanchard & Walker PLLC

3.7
3 Reviews

  • 221 North Main Street, Suite 300, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers1 award

  • Michigan's Premier Employment and Civil Rights Law Firm. Blanchard & Walker has represented and advised professionals and executives in all matters of employment law,... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersEmployment, Civil Rights, and 3 more

David Blanchard
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Grabel & Associates

4.8
173 Reviews

  • 2500 Packard Street, Suite 106A, Ann Arbor, MI 48104+2 locations

  • Law Firm with 12 lawyers4 awards

  • Our PhilosophyOur Criminal Defense Lawyers Don't Just Handle Criminal Cases- We Fight to Protect Our Clients' FutureThe law firm of Grabel & Associates is dedicated to providing... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, Assault and Violent Crimes, and 61 more

William Weise
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Hamilton Law, PLC

5.0
15 Reviews

  • 200 S 1st Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48304+6 locations

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers1 award

  • On your team for life's biggest moments

  • Criminal Law LawyersEstate Planning, Business Planning, and 6 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Offers Video

Philip Hamilton Esq.
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John A. Shea

5.0
10 Reviews

  • 120 North Fourth Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI 48104-5519

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Criminal and Civil Trial Practice, Appellate Practice, Commercial and Real Estate Litigation

  • Criminal Law LawyersGeneral Trial, Criminal Defense, and 8 more

John A. Shea
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Geherin Law Group, PLLC

5.0
293 Reviews

  • 760 W. Eisenhower Parkway, Suite 305, Ann Arbor, MI 48103

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers3 awards

  • Board-Certified, AV-Rated Former Prosecutor w/ 23+ yrs. experience practicing criminal law. Practice exclusively focuses on criminal justice cases, incl. adult/juvenile criminal... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, College Discipline Defense, and 6 more

  • Free Consultation

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Daniel Geherin
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Kline Legal Group, P.L.C.

5.0
13 Reviews

  • 483 Little Lake Dr., Ste. 200, Ann Arbor, MI 48103

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • A law firm practicing criminal defense law.

  • Criminal Law LawyersFamily Law, Divorce, and 8 more

Jennifer Lawrence
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Tishkoff

5.0
3 Reviews

  • 407 North Main Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104-1158

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • Litigation - Business - Employment

  • Criminal Law LawyersBusiness Litigation, Construction Lawsuits, and 160 more

  • Free Consultation

William Tishkoff Esq.
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Hooper Hathaway, P.C.

4.9
20 Reviews

  • 126 S. Main Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104-1945

  • Law Firm with 10 lawyers2 awards

  • Attorneys at Law

  • Criminal Law LawyersTransactional, Employment Law, and 46 more

Christopher M. Taylor
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Doerr MacWilliams Howard PLLC

5.0
11 Reviews

  • 301 N. Main Street, Suite 260, Ann Arbor, MI 48104+1 location

  • Law Firm with 6 lawyers1 award

  • At DMH Law, we thrive in high-stakes litigation. Our attorneys are courtroom-tested and strategically aggressive, representing clients in complex commercial disputes involving... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersBusiness Law, Complex Commercial Litigation, and 13 more

  • Free Consultation

Joseph Doerr
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Law Offices of Joseph A. Simon, PLLC

5.0
244 Reviews

  • 1310 S. Main St., Ste. 11, Ann Arbor, MI 48103

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • A law firm practicing criminal defense law.

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, Litigation, and 5 more

Joseph Simon
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NachtLaw, P.C.

4.2
28 Reviews

  • 501 Avis Drive, Suite 3, Ann Arbor, MI 48104-1477+1 location

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • For over 25 years, NachtLaw, P.C., has been committed to advocacy in all types of cases in all forums, concentrating on Title IX, Education Law, Criminal Defense, Employment Law, ... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, Executive Employment Law, and 77 more

David Nacht
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Hooper Hathaway, P.C.

4.9
20 Reviews

  • Serving Ann Arbor, MI and Washtenaw County, Michigan

  • Law Firm with 10 lawyers2 awards

  • Attorneys at Law

  • Criminal Law LawyersTransactional, Employment Law, and 46 more

Christopher M. Taylor
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Robert C. Gardella, PLLC

4.8
28 Reviews

  • Serving Ann Arbor, MI

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • "Skilled & Aggressive Attorney. Working to achieve the best solutions for you and your family. FREE INITIAL 1/2-HOUR CONSULTATION."

  • Criminal Law LawyersFamily Law, Divorce, and 29 more

  • Free Consultation

Robert C. Gardella
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Law Offices of Wade D. McCann

5.0
38 Reviews

  • Serving Ann Arbor, MI and Washtenaw County, Michigan

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer3 awards

  • Criminal Defense, Driving While Intoxicated. Former Prosecutor - Proven Results.

  • Criminal Law LawyersDui/Dwi, Driving While Intoxicated, and 22 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Offers Video

Wade D. McCann
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Tishkoff

5.0
3 Reviews

  • Serving Ann Arbor, MI and Washtenaw County, Michigan

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • Litigation - Business - Employment

  • Criminal Law LawyersBusiness Litigation, Construction Lawsuits, and 160 more

  • Free Consultation

William Tishkoff Esq.
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Law Offices of Michael A. Robbins, PLLC

4.8
30 Reviews

  • Serving Ann Arbor, MI and Washtenaw County, Michigan

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Michael A. Robbins Showcased in Newsweek Among Top Eight Family Lawyers In the US & has been selected by his peers as one of “The Best Lawyers In America” In Family Law. Mr.... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersDivorce, Family Law, and 96 more

Michael A. Robbins
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Law Offices of Michael A. Robbins, PLLC

4.8
30 Reviews

  • Serving Ann Arbor, MI

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Michael A. Robbins Showcased in Newsweek Among Top Eight Family Lawyers In the US & has been selected by his peers as one of “The Best Lawyers In America” In Family Law. Mr.... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersDivorce, Family Law, and 96 more

Michael A. Robbins
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NachtLaw, P.C.

4.2
28 Reviews

  • Serving Ann Arbor, MI and Washtenaw County, Michigan

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • For over 25 years, NachtLaw, P.C., has been committed to advocacy in all types of cases in all forums, concentrating on Title IX, Education Law, Criminal Defense, Employment Law, ... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, Executive Employment Law, and 77 more

Fabiola Galguera
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Law Office of Rita O. White

3.0
2 Reviews

  • Serving Ann Arbor, MI and Washtenaw County, Michigan

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Experienced, Aggressive, Dedicated Family Law and Criminal Defense Attorney in Plymouth Canton and Metro Detroit. Former Assistant Wayne County Prosecutor.

  • Criminal Law LawyersDUI Law, Family Law, and 30 more

Rita White
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LaRene & Kriger PLC

3.4
30 Reviews

  • Serving Ann Arbor, MI

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • Accomplished Criminal Law Attorneys based in Detroit

  • Criminal Law LawyersWhite Collar Crime, Health Care Fraud, and 3 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Offers Video

Mark J. Kriger
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Kotz Sangster Wysocki P.C.

4.7
97 Reviews

  • Serving Ann Arbor, MI and Washtenaw County, Michigan

  • Law Firm with 22 lawyers2 awards

  • Founded in 1978, Kotz Sangster Wysocki P.C. is located in downtown Detroit in the Renaissance Center, with an additional office in Bloomfield Hills. Our clients represent a broad... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersAgribusiness, Agricultural Law, and 48 more

William Yochim Jr.
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Arbor Law PLLC

  • 455 East Eisenhower Parkway, Suite 300, Ann Arbor, MI 48108

Moen & Case LLP

  • 118 Main Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104-2017

Garris, Garris, Garris & Garris P.C.

  • 300 E. Washington Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

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ArentFox Schiff LLP

  • 350 S. Main St., Ste. 210, Ann Arbor, MI 48104

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Richard B. Ginsberg Attorney at Law

  • Ann Arbor, MI 48107-7378

Martin D. Kriegel, Attorney at Law

  • 758 Ridgemont Lane, Ann Arbor, MI 48103

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Commonly Asked Criminal Law Questions From Users Near You

This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

Will i be facing jail time for a false report of felony?

J. Allen Fiorletta
Answered by attorney J. Allen Fiorletta
Criminal Law lawyer at The Fiorletta Law Group, PLLC
Yes, there is the possibility of receiving jail time upon conviction for this offense. Courts do not tend to look favorably on those who commit this offense since it undermines the entire criminal justice system. Your previous record, and what you are ultimately convicted of (if anything), will impact the sentence. You need an attorney to assist you with resolving this case.
Yes, there is the possibility of receiving jail time upon conviction for this offense. Courts do not tend to look favorably on those who commit this offense since it undermines the entire criminal justice system. Your previous record, and what you are ultimately convicted of (if anything), will impact the sentence. You need an attorney to assist you with resolving this case.
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Will I be able to get my record expunged or sealed?

Loren M. Dickstein
Answered by attorney Loren M. Dickstein
Criminal Law lawyer at Lewis Dickstein P.L.L.C.
No, you are not eligible for an expungement. There is a chance that a 6.500 Motion (Motion for Relief from Judgement) could be filed on your behalf. The motion is highly complex and you will probably need to work with an attorney to see if that is a viable option for you.
No, you are not eligible for an expungement. There is a chance that a 6.500 Motion (Motion for Relief from Judgement) could be filed on your behalf. The motion is highly complex and you will probably need to work with an attorney to see if that is a viable option for you.
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What possible repercussions do I face from shoplifting?

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Answered by attorney Francis John Cowhig (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at Francis John Cowhig
It sounds like the fine that the LP told you about is what is known as a "Civil Demand". As a rule, I advise clients to ignore these civil demand letters. Unless you signed some agreement to pay this store, you owe them nothing. In order for you to owe them something they would have to sue you and win. However, It would cost them much more to sue you than they can ever hope to recover so they usually don't pursue it. With that in mind, I would advise that they can still take legal action against you by filing suit in small claims court. If you ignore these actions, a default judgment will be entered against you. So, although you can ignore the civil demand letter, do not ignore anything that comes from a court. Also, payment of the civil demand does not guarantee that the store will not press criminal charges against you.
It sounds like the fine that the LP told you about is what is known as a "Civil Demand". As a rule, I advise clients to ignore these civil demand letters. Unless you signed some agreement to pay this store, you owe them nothing. In order for you to owe them something they would have to sue you and win. However, It would cost them much more to sue you than they can ever hope to recover so they usually don't pursue it. With that in mind, I would advise that they can still take legal action against you by filing suit in small claims court. If you ignore these actions, a default judgment will be entered against you. So, although you can ignore the civil demand letter, do not ignore anything that comes from a court. Also, payment of the civil demand does not guarantee that the store will not press criminal charges against you.
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