Oakland County Misdemeanor Lawyer

Most Common Misdemeanors in Michigan

Misdemeanors are typically punishable by fines, forfeiture, probation, and imprisonment up to 2 years. The most common misdemeanors are:

• assault
• DUI charges
• shoplifting
• traffic violations
• disorderly conduct
• theft
• public intoxication
• vandalism
• trespassing
• indecent exposure.

Rights First Law knows the court system can be intimidating, whether you’re accused of a simple traffic misdemeanor or assault. Our Birmingham misdemeanor attorney can walk you through the process and make sure your rights are fully protected in court. No matter how minor the offense may seem, your case deserves to be treated with fairness and the due process guaranteed by law.

Oakland County Traffic Court Misdemeanors

While individuals can be arrested for traffic misdemeanors, it’s common to receive a misdemeanor ticket instead. The ticket will have instructions on it, but the process can still be confusing.

If you are issued a ticket, you will most likely have to appear in court for arraignment. If you plead not guilty, your case may go on to a pretrial conference and eventually a trial. Most traffic tickets are minor offenses and can be resolved before trial.

What are the Penalties for Traffic Violations?

Penalties for a traffic misdemeanor include a fine and court costs, and the Secretary of State’s Office may add points to your driving record. The points will be removed from your record after two years. If you do not pay the fines or otherwise take care of traffic tickets, your license could be suspended.