Criminal Defense and Consumer Protection in Jackson MI

 When you're facing the court system in Jackson, the process can feel confusing and the stakes personal. Whether you've been charged with a crime or you're dealing with an unfair business practice, we help Jackson County residents understand what's happening, protect their rights, and work toward a better outcome.

Criminal cases in Jackson County begin in the 12th District Court, part of the Jackson County court system in downtown Jackson (Jackson County Courthouse, 312 S. Jackson Street, Jackson, MI 49201). The district court is where you're formally charged and advised of your rights, and where bond is set at arraignment. It handles all adult misdemeanors and conducts the preliminary stages of felony cases.

If probable cause is established at a preliminary examination, the felony is bound over to the 4th Circuit Court for Jackson County — the trial court for felonies and civil claims over $25,000. Knowing how a case moves between these two courts helps you prepare for each step.

The 12th District Court handles a high volume of cases each year. Common matters include:

• Operating while intoxicated (OWI/DUI)
• Drug possession and delivery
• Retail fraud and theft
• Domestic assault and other assault charges
• Driving on a suspended or revoked license
• Reckless driving and serious traffic offenses
• Probation violations

A charge is only the beginning of the story — the facts, the evidence, and how the case is handled all shape where it ends up.

Michigan's Consumer Protection Act gives Jackson residents real protection against unfair and deceptive business conduct. We help with matters such as:

• Debt collection lawsuits and collector harassment
• Wage garnishment and challenges to it
• Deceptive sales practices and warranty disputes
• Unfair or unconscionable business conduct
• Fraud and predatory lending

Many people don't realize a debt lawsuit can be defended — or that they may have a claim of their own — until they ask.

Every situation is different, and the sooner you understand your options, the better positioned you are.  Fill out the form here or schedule your free consult here.  I will reach out to talk through what you're facing and how we can help.