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Attorney John Freeman In The News

Prosecuting attorneys, court officials, law enforcement officers and media members know John Freeman as one of Michigan’s go-to criminal defense attorneys. As a preeminent lawyer serving Detroit, and all of Michigan, John Freeman regularly handles complex and high-profile cases. These often draw extensive local, state and national media coverage. Some of his cases that have appeared in the media include:

Recent News Releases

Matthews has murder charges dropped
The Alpena News September 29, 2026

Crash reconstruction debated at Matthews’ preliminary exam
The Alpena News, July 2, 2026

How smugglers bring people across a river through a quiet Michigan town
MLive, May 17, 2026

Bloomfield Twp. man accused of seeking sex from teen online charged
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The Detroit News, May 1, 2026

Investigation ongoing into driver who plowed Mercedes into DTW terminal
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The Detroit News, April 30, 2026

Matthews preliminary examination adjourned for now
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The Alpena News, April 30, 2026

Police investigating after Michigan family reports drone flying outside daughter’s room
CBS News, April 14, 2026

Ex-Dearborn Heights attorney had duct tape, gag, rope during attempted home invasion
The Detroit News, February 27, 2026

Man faces 9 felonies after police say he fired shot at snowplow driver in Livonia
Hometown Life, February 2, 2026

Evidence delays Rebecca Park case; unborn baby’s remains still missing
Detroit Free Press, January 19, 2026

Legal experts analyze Sherrone Moore charges, potential outcomes
Detroit Free Press, December 16, 2025

How long could Sherrone Moore be held without charges?
Detroit Free Press, December 12, 2025

In ‘he said-she said’ case, jurors acquit on all sexual-assault charges
Michigan Lawyers Weekly, December 1, 2025

Ypsilanti-area realtor acquitted of sexual assault charges
MLive, September 23, 2025

Featured Media Coverage

Criminal Law

• Ex-Birmingham bridal shop owner sentenced for larceny

• Ohio man sentenced for threatening to burn down Cleveland Elementary School in Port Huron
• Ohio man accused of threatening to burn down elementary school pleads guilty to several charges
• Suspect cleared in connection with the fatal shooting of Arthur Newcombe in February

Sex Crimes

• Judge lifts internet restrictions for former deputy accused of soliciting teen for sex
• Federal Report Will Decide If Child Pornography Sentencing Is Too Severe
• Federal Child Pornography Charges Carry Severe Mandatory Sentences
• Former Walled Lake Schools Administrator Charged With Child Porn Is Released Pending Trial
• Michigan Teacher Sentenced To 20 Years For Child Pornography Conviction

Justice System

• Amid deportation push, no Michigan businesses charged over hiring undocumented workers
• Corrections officer accused of breaking inmate’s knee inside Isabella County Jail to face jury
• Ex-Jail Guard’s Attorney: Inmate Push Justified
• Ex-Isabella County corrections officer charged with assaulting an inmate
• Review of Detroit-Area DUI Arrests Reveals Stark Sentencing Differences
• Mid-Michigan corrections officer charged with assault against inmate
• President signs The Fair Sentencing Act to reduce inconsistency in crack cocaine sentences
• Supreme Court Curtails Miranda Rights – Now What Do We Do?

His experience handling highly covered cases means that he understands how to navigate that caliber of intense scrutiny. He guides his clients through the spotlight confidently while also protecting their rights.

Attorney John Freeman‘s Media
Commentary On High Profile

His experience as a former federal and state prosecutor means that Mr. Freeman has extensive insight into various criminal matters. In a career spanning more than 30 years, he has also earned considerable awards and accolades from his peers. As a result, media outlets frequently seek his commentary on prominent cases. The following are a few of the cases on which he has recently commented:

Criminal Law

• WWE star Jimmy Uso has agreed on a plea deal with cops over his arrest last month
• WWE Superstar Jimmy Uso Punished Over Police Standoff Incident
• Rib Rack Murder Trial
• Self-Defense Shooting
• Woman accused of smuggling aliens into Detroit
• State Trooper charged with embezzlement
• Rib Rack Murder Trial
• Sam Riddle To Appear In Federal Court For Bond Review – 12/23/09
• Homeowner’s Family Sticks By His Side As He Faces Shooting Charges – 1/3/2010

Justice System

• Court dismisses federal drug case for Government’s violation of constitutional rights
• Michigan Attorney John Freeman Explains New Law on Lying To Police
• Jail employee testifies against a former corrections officer
• Why were Gabe Leland, André Spivey’s sentences treated so differently?
• Sheryl Robinson Wood’s Resignation As Monitor For The Detroit Police Department
• US takes early lumps in the case against Michigan militia – 05/04/2010

Sex Crimes

• Plea Deal Sought in Hockey Coach’s Assault Case
• MI Ex-Hockey Coach To Stand Trial On Sex Charges
• Ex-Hockey Coach Pleads Not Guilty In Sexual Assault Case
• Professor jailed on child porn charges

White Collar Crimes

• Court clerk shortage hits ‘crisis’ level in Wayne County
• Detroit Free Press: Contractor says Troy official ‘extorted’ bribes

In the community, his voice is trusted as a source of knowledge on major cases, changes to the law and serious crimes, especially those involving self-defense.

Read More: See John’s recent interview with Michigan Lawyers Weekly.