Clinton Township Criminal Defense Lawyer

Criminal cases from Clinton Township, Harrison Township, and Mount Clemens are all heard at the 41-B District Court on Starks Drive, just minutes from the Macomb County courthouse. Attorney Christopher Brown is a Clinton Township criminal defense lawyer and former Detroit police officer who defends clients in this court and throughout Macomb County, from misdemeanors to serious felonies.

Recent Results in the 41-B District Court

Every case is different, and past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

Felony Aggravated Stalking Dismissed at the Preliminary Exam — Clinton Township

The prosecutor could not prove our client had actual notice of the personal protection order that barred contact with the complainant. The felony was dismissed at the preliminary examination.

41-B District Court — Clinton Township, Macomb County

Larceny Charge Dismissed for a Civil Infraction — Clinton Township

After a dispute with a local business owner, our client was accused of taking items from the business. The owner could not identify the missing items. The criminal charge was dismissed, and our client admitted responsibility for a noncriminal civil infraction with a fine. No probation and no criminal conviction.

41-B District Court — Clinton Township, Macomb County

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The 41-B District Court in Clinton Township

The 41-B District Court serves three communities: Clinton Township, Harrison Township, and the city of Mount Clemens. Every misdemeanor and felony case that starts in these communities begins here.

41-B District Court

Address: 22380 Starks Dr., Clinton Township, MI 48036
Phone: (586) 469-9300
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday; 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday (closed holidays)
Judges: Chief Judge Jacob Michael Femminineo, Jr., Judge Sebastian Lucido, and Judge Carrie Lynn Fuca
Magistrate: Ryan Zemke
Serves: Clinton Township, Harrison Township, and Mount Clemens
Case lookup: Search your case on MiCOURT, Michigan’s statewide case search.

Court details can change, so check the court’s website or call before your court date.

In Person or on Zoom: Knowing How Your Hearing Will Happen

The 41-B District Court uses both in-person and Zoom hearings, and the format depends on the judge and the type of hearing. Some criminal dockets are held on Zoom unless a hearing is specifically scheduled in person, while others are held in person. Arraignments and informal hearings may also take place on Zoom.

That flexibility is convenient, but it creates real risks. Missing a hearing because you went to the wrong place, or joined the wrong meeting, can lead to a bench warrant. A Zoom hearing is still a court hearing: anything you say is on the record. Your notice tells you how and where to appear, and a Clinton Township criminal defense lawyer can confirm it, appear with you, and make sure you never speak about the facts of your case without advice.

What Happens After an Arrest in Clinton Township

Arraignment: Your first appearance, where you hear the charge and the judge sets bond and any conditions, such as no contact with the complaining witness, alcohol testing, or a tether.

Misdemeanor cases: These stay in the 41-B District Court through pretrial conferences, any trial, and sentencing.

Felony cases: A felony starts with a probable cause conference and a preliminary examination. Our aggravated stalking case was dismissed at this stage. If a case is bound over, it moves to the 16th Circuit Court in nearby Mount Clemens.

Treatment Court Options

Michigan’s most recent statewide report lists a DWI Sobriety Court, a hybrid DWI and drug court, and an adult mental health court at the 41-B District Court. These programs offer treatment and close supervision in place of a standard sentence for eligible clients. Admission depends on the charge, your history, and screening, so ask about them early.

A Clinton Township Criminal Defense Lawyer With Macomb County Experience

Attorney Brown appears in Macomb County courts regularly and has appeared before every criminal court judge in the county. He has found Macomb’s judges fair and conscientious and its prosecutors focused on reaching a just result, which makes careful preparation the key to a good outcome.

In his experience, the judges of the 41-B District Court encourage rehabilitation rather than simply handing out jail sentences. That makes what you do after an arrest especially important. Starting counseling or treatment early, following every bond condition, and documenting the positive steps you’ve taken can make a real difference in how your case ends, and a Clinton Township criminal defense lawyer can help you present that progress to the court.

When the defense asks the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office for a resolution outside its standard policies, the request goes through a formal written deviation process. Learn how deviation requests work in Macomb County.

Who Investigates Cases in Clinton Township, Harrison Township, and Mount Clemens

• Clinton Township Police Department: handles patrol and investigations in Clinton Township
• Macomb County Sheriff’s Office: provides police services to Harrison Township and Mount Clemens
• Michigan State Police: patrols highways such as I-94 and M-59 (Hall Road)

As a former police officer turned Clinton Township criminal defense lawyer, Attorney Brown knows how these agencies write reports, conduct traffic stops, and build cases, and where those cases tend to break down. If a detective has contacted you before any charge, learn what to do before you talk.

Boating and Drunk Driving Cases Near Lake St. Clair

Harrison Township sits on Lake St. Clair, so the 41-B District Court also sees boating cases, including boating under the influence. Michigan’s boating-under-the-influence law uses the same 0.08 alcohol limit as drunk driving, and a conviction can carry serious penalties. The same defenses often apply: whether the stop was lawful, whether testing was done properly, and whether the evidence actually proves impairment.

Charges We Defend in Clinton Township

• Domestic violence, stalking, and PPO violations
• Drunk driving and OWI, including felony third-offense OWI
• Retail fraud, larceny, and other theft charges
• Assault and other violent crimes
• Drug possession and possession with intent to deliver
• Weapons and firearm charges
• Sex crimes
• Probation violations

Also Serving Harrison Township, Mount Clemens, and Nearby Communities

Because they share the 41-B District Court, we defend clients from Harrison Township and Mount Clemens just as often as from Clinton Township. We also represent clients in Sterling Heights, Shelby Township, Macomb Township, Warren, and the rest of Macomb County.

Talk to a Clinton Township Criminal Defense Lawyer

• Former Detroit police officer who knows how cases are built from the inside
• Licensed in Michigan since 2008, with experience before every criminal court judge in Macomb County
• Free consultations, available 24/7, in person at our Troy office or virtually
• Credit cards accepted and payment plans available

Call (248) 468-1468 or contact us online.