Criminal Defense and Consumer Protection in St Johns MI

   St. Johns is the heart of Clinton County, and when a legal problem arises — whether a criminal charge or an unfair business dispute — it's where your case is likely to be heard. I help people throughout Clinton County face these moments with clarity and confidence, protecting their rights every step of the way.

Clinton County keeps its courts together at the Clinton County Courthouse, 100 E. State Street, St. Johns, MI 48879.

The 65A District Court (Suite 3400) handles all adult misdemeanors — arraignment, bond, trial, and sentencing — and conducts preliminary examinations in felony cases. It also handles civil litigation up to $25,000, along with garnishments, evictions, and small claims. When a felony moves forward, it's bound over to the 29th Circuit Court (Suite 2500), the trial court for felonies and larger civil disputes. Because the prosecutor's office sits in the same building, cases here stay close to home from beginning to end.

The 65A District Court hears cases from St. Johns, DeWitt, and communities throughout Clinton County. Common charges include:

• Operating while intoxicated (OWI/DUI)
• Drug possession and delivery
• Retail fraud and theft
• Assault and domestic violence
• Driving on a suspended license
• Traffic misdemeanors
• Probation violations

Every charge deserves a close look — the earliest stages of a case are often where the best opportunities appear.

Clinton County residents are protected under Michigan's Consumer Protection Act from deceptive and unfair business practices. And because the 65A District Court directly handles garnishments and civil disputes, many of these matters are heard right here in St. Johns. We help with:

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

Knowing your rights early can change how one of these disputes turns out.

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.