Practice Areas
Lawyers in Grand Rapids, Michigan
An Overview of Our Criminal Defense Practice
Attorney Gerald R. Lykins works to provide clients with experienced, efficient criminal defense representation.
Lykins Law: Criminal Defense, All Major Felonies and Misdemeanor including OWI/DRUNK DRIVING/DUI cases.
Attorney Jerry Lykins has more than 17 years of experience handling the defense of felonies and misdemeanors, from operating a vehicle while intoxicated (OWI) to criminal sexual conduct, home invasions, and murder. As former prosecutor with experience from 3 different states including Kent County, Michigan, Jerry has the experience and understanding of how the state or federal government prepares criminal cases and will use this experience to Aggressively protect your rights. We know that an unresolved criminal matter can be stressful, and we strive to keep you informed of all your options, as well as any developments in your case. For a free initial consultation, contact Lykins Law office or call 616-723-9354.
Our firm handles all matters related to a first OWI /Drunk Driving/DUI offense, from the administrative hearing regarding the suspension of revocation of your license to the criminal proceeding to determine penalties. We thoroughly investigate the facts, evidence and circumstances surrounding your arrest to make certain there was probable cause and that your constitutional rights were protected. Few Attorneys have handled the number of OWI/Drunk Driving/DUI cases that Attorney Lykins has handled over the past 12 years as a private defense attorney. Attorney Lykins has handled over 1300 OWI/Drunk Driving/DUI cases in courts all over West Michigan and Michigan. Attorney Lykins' experience and superior knowledge of Drunk Driving law is a big difference between his firm and many others who practice in this area.
Attorney Lykins also represents individuals charged with a second or third OWI/Drunk Driving/OWI offense, where the penalties are much harsher. He uses knowledge and experience as a former prosecutor to look for weaknesses in the state's case in order to minimize the consequences of your arrest. Attorney Lykins also has represented client's charged with OWI/Drunk Driving/DUI causing Serious Bodily Injury and Death. These cases require experience which only an attorney with Attorney Lykins level and depth of knowledge in the area are properly suited to handle.
Attorney Lykins also provides Experienced and Seasoned Criminal Defense in the following areas:
- Criminal sexual conduct in the first, second, third, and fourth degrees (More than 300 cases)
- Home invasion in the first, second, and third degrees (More than 100 cases)
- Domestic violence — more than 600 cases
- License restoration — more than 100 cases
- Misdemeanors — more than 3000 cases
- Serious felonies — more than 1000 cases
- Drug crimes — more than 500 cases
- All major assault and battery cases (More than 200)
- Embezzlement and fraud charges
- Murder
Contact Our Grand Rapids Law Offices
To set up an appointment for a free initial consultation, contact our offices online or call us at 616-723-9354. In an emergency, call Attorney Jerry Lykins' cell phone at 616-540-0443.
