A murder charge is one of the most serious criminal offenses that an individual can face. If you or a loved one is being investigated for or has been charged with murder, it is important that they immediately consult a Michigan murder defense attorney to protect their rights.

WHAT DOES THE LAW DEFINE AS MURDER?

Murder is defined as the unlawful premeditated killing of one human being by another. Murder charges are broken down into different categories.

PENALTIES FOR MURDER IN MICHIGAN

The penalties for murder in Michigan heightens as the charge increases. For example, an individual charged with manslaughter faces the possibility of up to $7500 in fines and 15 years in prison while an individual charged with first degree murder faces a possibility of life in prison without the possibility of parole.

DEFENDING A MURDER CHARGE IN MICHIGAN

There are several defenses to a murder charge. A defendant can argue that they didn’t commit the murder and it’s a case of mistaken identity or the wrong person is being charged. The defendant can also argue that they committed the murder as a result of self defense. A defendant can argue that they are not guilty of first degree murder because one or more of the specific elements of the crime was not met and that a lesser charge of murder is applicable.

An experienced Michigan murder defense attorney can fully investigate the facts of the crime and build a defense. It is important when retaining an attorney, that they are qualified to defend the serious and complex nature of a charge of murder.

Why Choose the Arnone Law Team
as Your Michigan Murder Defense Attorney?

The Arnone Law Team is well known in Macomb County and surrounding courts for their incomparable reputation with clients. Most of Arnone Law Team’s phone calls are from individuals who were referred to their firm from former or current clients. Satisfaction in legal representation can’t be bought with marketing dollars. The Arnone Law Team does not need to advertise fancy legal slogans on billboards to attract clients.

The Arnone Team is a powerhouse legal team.

They take only limited cases and they commit themselves to each case and client that they accept. No stone remains unturned as they investigate and build a defense.

Attorney Joseph Arnone has practiced in district, circuit, and federal courts defending cases. And when it comes to complex murder cases, he sees the challenge, meets it, and exceeds all expectations that the client may have.