Michigan Domestic Violence - While Your Case is Pending - 'Victims
Rights' is Recommending...
As a Michigan Domestic Violence Defense Attorney I am well aware of the
Michigan Criminal Justice System, as well as the
Victim's Rights Advocacy. Each of these can impact your life both
now
and in the
future. The Victim's Rights Advocacy(CVA) is a program employed by the Government
to help alleged victims of
Michigan Domestic Violence
(and Aggravated Domestic Violence) assert their rights and have their
opinions heard, under the
Michigan Crime Victim's Rights, Act. Here are some of things that an alleged Michigan Domestic Violence victim
is hearing: 1) An overview of the Criminal Justice System - and what they
can expect to happen with:
- Arraignment;
- Preliminary Examination Conference;
- Preliminary Examination Hearing;
- Pretrial;
- Trial;
- Sentencing;
- What Plea Bargains the Court will Entertain (accept), etc.
2) That, as the victim of a Michigan Domestic Violence crime, they may
be entitled to receive compensation through the
Crime Victim Compensation Fund. 3) CVA provides emotional support, intervention, case status information,
consultation with the Prosecuting Attorney, and they will go to court
with the alleged victim as
you
face charges there. 4) They are made aware that they have the absolute '
right'
to talk with the Prosecuting Attorney before any Plea Deal is entered
into concerning your case. The Prosecutor's office is obligated to
consult with the complainant and ascertain what they feel should happen
to you. 5) They learn that they have certain 'rights' upon request:
- The right to notification, and to attend any Court Hearing in your case
- The right to consult with Prosecuting Attorney before Jury Selection
- The right to express their desires where sentencing is concerned
- The right to make an oral statement to the Probation Officer in your case,
before they make their sentencing recommendations to the Court
- The right to designate someone (over the age of 18) to speak for them at
your Sentencing, if they so choose
When you are facing a Michigan Domestic Violence, or Aggravated Domestic
Violence charge, there is a lot of power in the hands of your accuser.
But remember this, this is
your
case,
your
life,
your
future, and
you
have rights as well:
-
The right to be presumed innocent (every element of your case
must be proven beyond any and all reasonable doubt
- The right to a Trial by Judge, or a Jury of your peers (where the Prosecutor
carries the burden of proof)
- The right to be heard and to tell your story
- OR The right to remain silent, without it being held against you
Putting these priceless rights to work for you, and to your greatest advantage,
requires an attorney who knows Michigan Domestic Violence Law, an attorney
with knowledge, honor, skill, caring, and most crucially... a strong work
ethic. If you are facing a Michigan Domestic Violence, or Aggravated Domestic
Violence charge, you face up to 93 days in jail, up to a $500.00 fine,
and permanent damage to your reputation. But, if handled right, it can
have minimal impact. Let us help you!
Call
Prain Law, PLLC
, at (248) 731-4543 for a free (priceless) Michigan
Domestic Violence consultation.
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