Belding, MI Criminal Defense Law Firms & Lawyers

Falsifying a police report is often threatened and rarely charged. If the charge is brought, get a lawyer. I don't know exactly what the statute allows for sentencing, but what the statute allows for a maximum penalty is not really relevant in most cases. The maximum statutory punishment is saved for the most egregious offenders with terrible criminal histories who cause horrible results by their actions. I do not think that either of those scenarios applies to you. If it does, definitely get the best lawyer you can afford. If I were representing you, I would be looking to get the charges dismissed upon the payment of some court costs. You did cause many people to go through things that would not otherwise have occurred so the DA will be looking for some punishment. I would think monetary punishment should be sufficient.

Yes, of course, you can be charged. If a jury believes you were involved then you can be convicted too. You need a good lawyer to help you show that you were not involved. That is the best way to avoid charges and a conviction.

Sadly, fair is not the issue. It is common to have various deals to encourage other to testify against the prime target which appears to potentially be you. Get a very good attorney.