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Ann Arbor Criminal Defense Lawyer 
Who Has the Power?

Clients are always somewhat confused about the role of the prosecutor vs the judge.  This makes sense, because most of my clients have never been in a courtroom before, and besides seeing things on TV, have very little knowledge.

So I explain it this way.  The prosecutor is the one who charges you with the crime.  They also have the power to dismiss charges or change the charges to cut a plea deal.  They have no power over your sentence other than advocating their position.

The judge on the other hand does not charge you, and doesn't have the power to reduce or change charges (only in very limited circumstances such as a preliminary examination).  The judge has total discretion over your sentence.  A jury or a judge has the power to find you guilty or not guilty at a trial.    

Unique to my practice is the client has their own power.  I empower my clients with my proactive approach to improve their case from day one.  My clients don't sit back and let the prosecutor and judge push them around in court.  We take control of the case outside the courtroom in order to increase our power inside the courtroom.  My approach has the potential to greatly impact reductions or dismissal of charges and improve sentencing.

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