Michigan Criminal Defense Attorneys – Protecting Your Rights Across the State

Our firm has narrowed its focus to four primary areas of criminal defense, ensuring depth of expertise in the cases we handle:

Michigan has some of the strictest DUI laws in the country. A conviction can lead to jail time, steep fines, license suspension, and mandatory ignition interlock devices.

Barone Defense Firm is led by Patrick T. Barone, the only Michigan attorney who has authored both state and national books on DUI defense. We fight aggressively to challenge:

• Field sobriety tests and breathalyzer results
• Unlawful traffic stops
• License suspension hearings
• Repeat offender penalties

Whether you’re in Bloomfield Hills, Plymouth, or Grand Rapids, our firm is ready to defend your rights.

Sex crime allegations can destroy reputations, careers, and personal relationships. Convictions often result in long-term prison sentences and mandatory sex offender registration (SORA).

We defend against charges including:

• Statutory rape and Romeo & Juliet cases
• Possession or distribution of child pornography (CSAM)
• Sexual assault and criminal sexual conduct (CSC)
• Internet solicitation and sting operations

If you or a loved one is facing allegations in Troy, Ann Arbor, or Rochester, contact us immediately.

Michigan gun laws are complex, and even responsible gun owners can face serious felony charges. If convicted, you could lose your right to own a firearm and face mandatory minimum sentences.

We defend cases involving:

• Unlawful firearm possession
• Brandishing or discharging a firearm in public
• Concealed carry violations (CPL cases)
• Self-defense claims involving lethal force

From Farmington Hills to Grand Rapids, we protect the rights of lawful gun owners and those facing firearms-related charges.

Federal offenses are prosecuted aggressively and often carry severe penalties, including long prison sentences and asset forfeiture.

Our federal crimes defense team handles:

• Healthcare fraud (Medicare & Medicaid fraud, kickbacks, overbilling, upcoding)
• Financial fraud (embezzlement, wire fraud, securities fraud, Ponzi schemes)
• White-collar crimes (identity theft, bribery, forgery, insider trading)

Federal cases often involve extensive government investigations, so it’s critical to have a defense attorney before speaking with authorities. If you are facing a federal investigation in Ann Arbor, Bloomfield Hills, or Novi, contact us immediately.

For those with past convictions, Michigan's expungement laws may allow you to clear your record. Learn more here: https://www.baronedefensefirm.com/expungement.html

If you qualify for expungement in Royal Oak, Holland, or Birmingham, we can help.

A conviction for any of the offenses listed above can result in:

• Lengthy prison sentences
• Permanent criminal records
• Heavy fines and financial penalties
• Loss of professional licenses
• Social and career consequences

Our firm aggressively fights to reduce or dismiss charges whenever possible.

Do not speak to law enforcement without an attorney. Anything you say can be used against you. Contact our firm immediately.

Yes. Federal fraud cases often result in 5-20 years in prison, depending on the severity of the allegations.

Even an accusation can permanently damage your reputation. A conviction may result in lifetime sex offender registration and long prison sentences.

Depending on the charge, you may face felony conviction, loss of gun rights, and mandatory prison time.

Michigan’s Clean Slate Law allows certain felonies and misdemeanors to be expunged, restoring many of your legal rights.