The Criminal Defense Law Center of
West Michigan
Criminal charges in Barry County involving all criminal matters that carry a one-year sentence or more are heard in the circuit court. The district court has jurisdiction of misdemeanors, ordinances and preliminary examinations of all felony cases.
The Criminal Defense Law Center of West Michigan has the experienced criminal defense lawyers that you need to stand up against aggressive prosecutors and hostile police officers. We know how aggressive the Barry County prosecutors can be. Attorney Shawn Haff and his Barry County criminal defense attorneys know how to make sure your rights are protected against tough prosecutors.
If you’ve been arrested and charged with any kind of drug crime, sex crime, computer crime, violent crime, home invasion or vehicle crime in Hastings, Michigan or Barry County, then you need help from an experienced criminal defense attorney. Before you talk to the police or make statements in court, talk to one of our expert criminal defense lawyers. Talking to police without an attorney present only gives them more material to build their case with.
Our team of Barry County criminal defense attorneys has years of experience successfully fighting criminal charges in both district and circuit court. With Shawn on your side, your goals become our goals. We won’t stop fighting your accusers until everything in our power has been done to get you the same amazing results that we’ve gotten for our past clients.
You can rest easy with Attorney Shawn James Haff on your side! You can know your case is in good hands. be able to rest easy knowing your case is in good hands. If you’re ready to take the necessary ste
Domestic Violence Charge: Dropped! Our client could not afford a criminal conviction on his record. We worked hard for him and got amazing results!
Felony Resisting and Obstructing a Police Officer: dropped to simple misdemeanor with no jail time.
Drunk Driving Charge: Dropped to Impaired driving. The reduction in charge was huge but the best results we got our client was no jail! In Barry County, the district court judge gives people jail for any first offense dui! Needless to say, our client was completely thrilled!
First Steps to Take if You Are Being Investigated for a Crime in Barry County
If you are contacted by a law enforcement agent because you are being investigated for committing a crime, and a lot of the time these investigations are the result of false allegations being made against you, it is absolutely in your best interest to take the following actions:
COURT / DIVISION | ADDRESS / NUMBER | JUDGES |
5th Circuit Court | Barry County Courthouse 220 W. State Street Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-1286 | Honorable William M. Doherty, Chief Judge Honorable Amy McDowell |
56B District Court | Courts & Law Building 206 W. Court St. Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-1404 | Honorable William M. Doherty, Chief Judge Honorable Michael Lee Schipper |
Barry County Probate Court | Courts & Law Building 206 W. Court St. Hastings, MI 49058 (269) 945-1390 | Honorable William M. Doherty, Chief Judge |
The attorneys of the Criminal Defense Law Center of West Michigan are known for providing aggressive, effective criminal defense strategies for clients in Barry County. We have represented clients facing charges related to domestic violence, drunk driving, dui, owi, sex crimes, drug possession, and more. With an experienced and talented lawyer by your side, you have a great chance of getting the best possible outcome.
You cannot successfully navigate the criminal justice system by yourself or with a court appointed lawyer. If you or a loved one has been charged with a crime, call Shawn as soon as possible. Our lawyers have more over 25 years of combined experience—let our experience help you get the best results possible.
Attorney Shawn Haff
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