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Drug Crime Appeals

The state of Michigan cracks down hard on drug crime offenders, and the penalties you or your loved one will face if convicted of drug possession, manufacture, distribution, or cultivation are very serious. Contact the drug crime appeals lawyers at Grabel & Associates now if you or someone you care about is facing a wrongful conviction or excessive sentence. Our experienced appellate law firm understands how to challenge jury, judge, and prosecutor mistakes, and can help you fight for a better result. It is extremely difficult to win a drug crime appeal in Michigan, and if you want to properly protect your rights and freedom, you will require a knowledgeable post-conviction attorney who can aggressively defend you throughout the Michigan appellate court process.

Appeal a Drug Crime Conviction with a Michigan Criminal Defense Lawyer Who Defends Clients in Post-Conviction Appellate Cases in Lansing, Detroit, Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, and Throughout Michigan

Our lawyers have both trial court and appellate court experience, and have represented clients convicted of drug crime in Michigan for a variety of charges, including:

  • Possession of Marijuana in Michigan
  • Possession of Cocaine
  • Possession of Heroin
  • Possession of LSD, Ecstasy, or other Illegal Narcotics
  • Distribution of Narcotics
  • Drug Trafficking
  • Cultivation or Manufacture of Illicit Substances

Work with our experienced appellate law attorneys immediately to benefit from years of experience in the Michigan post-trial system. Founding attorney Scott Grabel has worked in the Pre-Hearing division of the Michigan Court of Appeals, and understands how post-conviction drug crime cases work. While it is extremely rare to win an appeal, working with an attorney who knows what it takes to achieve a better case result is always the best first step to take in the appellate process. Contact the Michigan criminal appeals firm of Grabel & Associates now.

Fight Drug Crime Conviction in MI

The criminal penalties for possession, distribution, manufacture, or trafficking a Schedule I, II, III, or IV substance are very severe, and could include significant fines, jail time, forfeiture of assets, and a criminal record. The attorneys at Grabel & Associates understand that wrongful conviction and excessive sentencing is very possible, and we will do all we can to help you obtain a just result even after conviction.

Work with an attorney to explore every available motion and appeal option in your criminal case before you take any legal action. We can help you review the details of your case, and we understand how to find grounds for appeal, what court to appeal to, when you need to file your appeal, key points to argue using compelling briefs, and other essential information. Our knowledgeable team of attorneys knows how to appeal a lower court decision to the Circuit Court, Michigan Court of Appeals, or even the Michigan Supreme Court, and can represent you in any of Michigan’s 83 counties.

How to Appeal A Michigan Drug Crime Conviction

Reasons to appeal a lower court decision can include jury or judicial bias, misconduct, or conflict of interest, as well as prosecutor misconduct, errors with evidence, or insufficient instruction throughout the trial.

Our lawyers will investigate the details of your case and help you understand what your legal options are, as well as the best actions to take in your fight for justice. In some cases, clients can change a verdict or sentence, change a plea, or even present new evidence. The appellate process is very difficult and complex, and you need a team who not only has extensive experience in MI appellate court cases, but the trial court knowledge needed to look over every detail of your case.

Our Approach to Michigan Drug Crime Appeals

Our criminal appeal lawyers in Michigan care about your final result, and are dedicated to fighting for you or your loved ones until every legal option has been explored. Criminal appeals cases can be time sensitive, and it is critical to contact a law firm as soon as you can to avoid missing out on an improved verdict or sentence.

The majority of a drug crime appeal case takes place outside the courtroom, and you need to hire an attorney who understands how to prepare, review, and write to win. At Grabel & Associates, our attorneys have extensive hands-on experience in appellate cases, and we know what it takes to file a criminal appeal.

Contact Scott Grabel for Michigan Drug Crime Appeal Representation

For a free, no obligation consultation, contact our firm any time at 1-800-342-7896. We are available 24/7 at our toll free number, or online, and you can even ask to set up a free consultation with experienced trial lawyer Scott Grabel. Act fast to hire a lawyer and utilize your right to appeal, contact our Michigan criminal appeals firm now.

Client Reviews

★★★★★
If you are reading these reviews you are about to make a decision that will have a large impact on the rest of your life. I choose Grabel and Associates to represent me in my case and I could not have been more satisfied with the level of professionalism and dedication to their clients. I had the opportunity to meet and work with multiple lawyers in the practice all of which showcased a vast knowledge and understanding of the inner workings of the legal system. When you choose Scott Grabel to represent you will open yourself up to all of his resources. Depending on your case Grabel knows experts in all fields. I worked with polygraph examiners, investigators, and forensics experts. Grabel and Associates will defend without prejudice of innocence or guilt. Scott Grabel was able to lead me through every step of the process with great communication the whole way. I would recommend Scott Grabel and Associates to my friends, family and anyone who is in need of representation. B. A.
★★★★★
Best attorney in state of Michigan. Caring and a true friend. Scott was with us every step of the way. He fought for a great injustice for our son and was able to provide an outcome that gave his life back. L. A.
★★★★★
Scott and his firm did an awesome job representing a family member of mine, I would highly recommend him and his firm! They were extremely reliable, trustworthy and very informative and did a great job with the case. I couldn't be happier with the results that we received, I can't speak highly enough about the great job he did. If you are thinking about using his firm, I would highly recommend, I would definitely use his firm again if needed, he is an a great attorney with a great firm, you won't be disappointed! M. F.