Criminal Defense Attorney for the LGBTQ+ Community

The LGBTQ+ community needs the help of compassionate and open-minded attorneys who are also fearless, passionate, and dedicated to giving clients exceptional legal representation.

Someone Who Will Fight For You Without Bias or Judgment

There is no question that Michigan is behind some other parts of the country in acknowledging and accepting the rights of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, or questioning people (LGBTQ+). Even Ireland, a heavily Catholic country, has recently, by popular vote, decided to allow same-sex marriage. Ireland is a country that did not allow divorce until 1996!! There is no doubt that Michigan is lagging in accepting equal rights for all its residents. It will be interesting to see what the United States Supreme Court decides on same-sex marriage. Unfortunately, courts will resolve this issue and not create an open-minded society like we hope to have. A Criminal Defense Attorney for the LGBTQ+ Community can be an invaluable investment.

The common problems facing individuals considered by small-minded people to be “different” are bigotry, intolerance, and prejudice. Close-minded and intolerant people are more likely to cause trouble for others. Intolerance, bigotry, and ignorance can cause an LGBTQ+ person’s victimization and undue stress, which can cause an entirely new set of problems. The question is, “How can a seasoned criminal defense lawyer help?”

Criminal Charges Against Members of the LGBTQ+ Community

Members of the LGBTQ+ community face criminal charges in disproportionate numbers, partly based on biased law enforcement officers who tend to give higher credibility to statements of straight witnesses. For example, assume there is a dispute over whether a person with a nontraditional sexual orientation committed an assault or if they acted in self-defense. The Defense Team with LEWIS & DICKSTEIN, P.L.L.C. has observed that in most cases, the officers will give the benefit of the doubt to the straight individual and arrest the person who is LGBTQ+. Our criminal defense attorneys for the LGBTQ+ community will not stand for discriminatory law enforcement practices and will do whatever it takes to level the playing field and give our client every possible advantage in court.

LGBTQ+ General History

Throughout history, individuals have led radical private lives that deviated from the accepted sexual and gender norms of the time. However, LGBTQ+ history is frequently obscured. Both repressive social attitudes and criminal persecution have impeded the expression of same-sex love and gender nonconformity. For self-protection, the few first-hand accounts of LGBTQ+ experience were frequently destroyed.

Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer are relatively new terms that we use to describe a variety of sexual orientations and gender identities. We simply do not know how most people in the past would have described their sexual orientation or gender. We use the acronym LGBTQ+ because we believe it best captures the diversity of experiences and identities of those whose sexual orientations did not conform to societal norms.

The generic term “queer” can also be useful when discussing sexuality and gender in historical contexts. We are aware that for some, the term has negative connotations, as it has historically been used pejoratively and for self-identification. According to the Oxford English Dictionary, “queer” began to be reclaimed as a neutral or positive term in the late 1980s. It is currently employed to capture the complexity and fluidity of sexuality and gender, with the intention of including all experiences and identities rather than limiting them. In this spirit of inclusion, we employ the term “queer.”

We will not stand for any biased, ignorant, or cruel treatment of our clients!

Bias and intolerance exist in the criminal justice system and can cause an LGBTQ+ person to be treated differently by prosecutors, police officers, judges, and court staff. The Criminal Defense Attorney for the LGBTQ+ community must stand up and protect all clients equally. Retail fraud, domestic violence, DUI or OWI, and substance abuse issues do not favor one orientation or another, and every person deserves fair and unbiased treatment. Dealing with police officers, prosecutors, juries, and judges can be scary for anyone; however, a member of the LGBTQ+ community has the added stress of potential discrimination and biased treatment. Because of the prejudice and ignorance inherent in the law enforcement system, you need the help of an attorney who can stand up for you, protect you, and make sure the court treats you fairly and with dignity. An experienced Michigan criminal defense lawyer can make the process as painless as possible.

Criminal Defense Attorney for the LGBTQ+ Community – Our attorneys are Passionate, Open-Minded, and Experienced.

The attorneys at LEWIS & DICKSTEIN, P.L.L.C. feel very strongly about human rights and equality. It is offensive to us when people are mistreated by anyone, especially their government, especially those from the LGBTQ+ community. Our Criminal Defense Attorney for the LGBTQ+ Community takes great pride in advocating for people whose voices are often drowned out by the bigots, racists, and close-minded members of our society. LEWIS & DICKSTEIN, P.L.L.C. expects and will fight for equality and tolerance. Call us if you are accused of a felony or misdemeanor and are trying to figure out what to do. We are open-minded, zealous, and highly experienced criminal defense attorneys who welcome the opportunity to assist you. If you call for a free consultation to speak to an attorney at LEWIS & DICKSTEIN, P.L.L.C., the lawyer will take the time to listen to you, answer all your questions, address each of your concerns, and collaborate with you to develop a winning strategy for your case.

Call us today at (248) 263-6800 for a free consultation or complete an online Request for Assistance Form. We will contact you promptly and find a way to help you.

We will find a way to help you.
We Are Not Afraid to Win!