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Law Office of John Freeman, PLLC 30+ years of experience. State and federal criminal defense representation in Metro Detroit and more Attorney John Freeman has nearly 30 years of experience. Mr.

All Crime, All The Time – Criminal defense services from a former federal and state prosecutor with a reputation for handling high-profile, high-complexity cases. We use our extensive experience in criminal law to defend the rights and freedom of our clients. Our clients are individuals and corporate entities that are under investigation and/or formally charged with all types of federal and state crimes. We appear in federal court, state court, and before a variety of administrative agencies, including the Secretary of State (driver's license appeals), the Department of Corrections (parole), and the Bureau of Alcohol, To***co, Fi****ms, and Explosives (FFL regulation). We have access to top investigators and experts who help us build effective defenses. He has been honored by both the American Society of Legal Advocates and the National Trial Lawyers as a top 100 criminal defense attorney in Michigan. Freeman is a former federal and state prosecutor. In those roles, he handled a large number of high-profile cases, including cases involving murder, terrorism, high-level drug trafficking, robbery, white-collar charges and other federal and state crimes. He now uses that experience to defend clients accused of all types of felony and misdemeanor charges in federal and state court. In addition to representing clients,

Mr. Freeman regularly lectures, and has been a continuing legal education presenter for the State Bar of Michigan, and the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan, on self-defense and fi****ms law. He is also a member of the Criminal Law Advisory Board for the State Bar of Michigan’s Institute of Continuing Legal Education

10/10/2026

Learn what a preliminary examination is and why it is required in Michigan felony cases.

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10/10/2026

At a preliminary examination, the prosecution only needs to establish probable cause that a crime occurred and that the accused likely committed it. This is a much lower standard than proving guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

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10/10/2026

Challenging the prosecution’s evidence at a preliminary examination can expose weaknesses in the case. In some situations, that may encourage the prosecutor to reconsider the case and make a more favorable plea offer. The decision to proceed with an exam can be an important part of defense strategy.

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10/10/2026

Sometimes weak cases get thrown out at the preliminary examination.

Sometimes another witness statement can make a future challenge to that witness more difficult. John Freeman explains wh...
10/09/2026

Sometimes another witness statement can make a future challenge to that witness more difficult. John Freeman explains why giving a witness another chance to repeat the same story may affect defense strategy.

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10/09/2026

A strong challenge at a preliminary examination can expose weak evidence or credibility problems. In some cases, the evidence may be too weak for the prosecution to move forward.

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What happens during an early hearing can influence negotiations much later in the case. A preliminary examination transc...
10/08/2026

What happens during an early hearing can influence negotiations much later in the case. A preliminary examination transcript may show other prosecutors that the case is not as clear as it first appeared.

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10/08/2026

A preliminary examination can play an important role in Michigan felony cases. Understanding when it applies and what it means can help clarify an important stage of the criminal court process.

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10/07/2026

A preliminary examination can give the defense an important opportunity to challenge a witness’s version of events. But there are strategic risks too. If a witness repeats the same story in multiple proceedings, it can become harder to challenge their credibility at trial.

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1760 S. Telegraph Road , Ste 303
Bloomfield Hills, MI
48302

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Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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