Criminal Defense – Des Moines
Our clients are people in Des Moines and all over Iowa facing criminal charges. They’re stressed out, worried and feeling alone. They need a team of lawyers who will defend their rights and freedom, and help them deal with their overwhelming feelings. And that’s what we promise to each client.
At Lombardi & Miler Law Firm PLLC, our goal is to help our clients as criminal defense attorneys and as advisers. The emotional and personal situation you may find yourself in is monumental, and you deserve care. But we don’t stop at just the care. We advocate for you in court and defend your rights with all of our resources because you deserve it.
The Three Most Important Parts Of Your Criminal Defense
It doesn’t matter exactly what your charges are; they can be white collar crimes, sex crimes, drunk driving or weapons charges, your defense will rest on three factors. They are:
- Your silence: You have the right to remain silent, and if you are under arrest, you should exercise it. Talking to police for any reason will only make your charges worse.
- Your protection from overreach: Among the many rights you have is protection from illegal search and seizure. Many charges are founded on searches that – in hindsight – were unlawful. These charges must be dropped.
- Your use of a lawyer: As your criminal defense attorney, we will not only support your rights in every case, but we’ll also aggressively defend you in court. We’ll make sure the prosecution has to prove their case against you.
Of the many things in your favor is the burden of proof. You are innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. This is the highest standard of proof that exists. We will force the prosecution to be perfect in their case. And that is just where we start.
Offering Guidance And Resources To Imprisoned Clients
The best-case scenario is that our clients get to us early in their case, and we can secure an acquittal. However, there are many people who are already serving time who need a different level of service, and we can help there, too. We regularly work with clients serving time in:
- Polk County Jail – https://polkinmates.polkcountyiowa.gov/
- Iowa Correctional Institution for Women – https://doc.iowa.gov/districts-prisons/iowa-correctional-institution-women
- Newton Correctional Facility – https://doc.iowa.gov/districts-prisons/newton-correctional-facility
We provide resources for their families, advocate for fair treatment, and, in many cases, work on their appeals.
Dedication And Commitment From Des Moines Attorneys
As criminal defense attorneys in Des Moines, we know that you have a lot of choices for your representation. However, we make a promise to each client: we’ll treat you with respect and dignity while demanding fair treatment under the law. Call us at 515-513-5324 or send an email.