Fennville Criminal Defense Attorney
Fennville sits in the orchard and wine country of western Allegan County, a short drive from the Lake Michigan shoreline. It is a small city with a strong agricultural community — and, like the rest of the lakeshore, a seasonal swing in population and in criminal charges. I'm Shawn Haff, and I defend people charged with crimes throughout Fennville and Allegan 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 Fennville Case Will Be Heard
Fennville cases are handled by the 57th District Court in Allegan for misdemeanors and felony arraignments, with felonies tried at the Allegan County 48th Circuit Court in Allegan. I make the trip to defend clients in both.
Charges I Defend in Fennville
I handle the full range of criminal cases in and around Fennville, 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
Out here I see OWI stops on the rural highways and M-89, drug and paraphernalia charges, domestic disputes, theft, and seasonal-worker cases. Whatever the charge, I investigate the stop, challenge the evidence, and push for the outcome that keeps your record clean.
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
Where will my Fennville case be heard?
At the 57th District Court in Allegan for misdemeanors and felony arraignments, and at the 48th Circuit Court in Allegan for felony trials.
Do you handle cases for people who work seasonally in the area?
Yes. I defend both residents and seasonal workers, and I make sure you understand every court date and every option, including deferrals that can end in dismissal.
Talk to a Fennville 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.