Cedar Springs Criminal Defense Attorney
Cedar Springs — the "Red Flannel Town" — anchors the northern end of Kent County. It is a close community where a criminal charge quickly becomes personal, and where you want a defense lawyer who knows the local courts. I'm Shawn Haff, and I defend people charged with crimes throughout Cedar Springs and Kent County. If you have been arrested or you know you are under investigation, the smartest move you can make is to talk to a defense lawyer before you talk to anyone else. The call is free, and I'm available 24/7 at 616-438-6719.
Where Your Cedar Springs Case Will Be Heard
Cedar Springs-area cases are handled by the 63rd District Court, which covers northern Kent County's communities, with felonies tried at the 17th Circuit Court in Grand Rapids. I know how both courts operate and what it takes to win there.
Charges I Defend in Cedar Springs
I handle the full range of criminal cases in and around Cedar Springs, including:
- OWI / drunk driving and repeat-offense OWI
- Domestic violence and assault charges
- Drug crimes — possession, delivery, and manufacturing
- Marijuana charges over the legal limit or with intent to deliver
- Retail fraud, larceny, and other theft crimes
- Criminal sexual conduct and other felonies
- Weapons and firearm charges
- Probation violations and expungement to clear an old record
Why Local Experience Matters
From OWI stops on US-131 to domestic, drug, theft, and assault allegations, I defend Cedar Springs clients aggressively — investigating the stop, challenging the evidence, and pushing for the reduction, dismissal, or deferral that protects your record.
I don't just show up and take a plea. I read the police reports, watch the bodycam and dashcam footage, test whether the stop and any search were legal, and look for the constitutional problems that can get evidence thrown out — and cases dismissed. When trial is the right answer, I'm ready to try it. When a deferral, diversion, or reduction is the better outcome, I know how to get it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What court handles Cedar Springs charges?
The 63rd District Court for misdemeanors and felony arraignments, and the Kent County 17th Circuit Court in Grand Rapids for felonies.
Do I really need a lawyer for a first offense?
Yes. Even a first misdemeanor becomes a permanent record that shows up on background checks. A lawyer can often secure a deferral or diversion that ends in dismissal — but only if it is handled correctly from the start.
Talk to a Cedar Springs Defense Lawyer Today
A criminal charge moves fast, and the first days matter most. Call me directly at 616-438-6719 for a free, confidential consultation — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No receptionist, no voicemail, just a straight conversation about how to defend your case.