Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Attorney in Des Moines, IA

If you’ve been charged with a crime in Iowa, it’s important to have an experienced attorney on your side. Attorney Ward A. (Sam) Rouse is the principal of Rouse Law P.C. He has been practicing law for nearly a quarter of a century. Mr. Rouse focuses on areas of criminal defense and personal injury law and is dedicated to protecting his clients’ rights and helping them achieve their legal goals. Being charged with any type of crime can feel intimidating or frightening but sound legal counsel and experienced representation can make a difference to your case.

Mr. Rouse has a long track record of success. Not only has he mounted successful defenses for many of his clients; he’s also been able to prevent some cases from ever going to trial based on his findings. Mr. Rouse is diligent in his quest to provide each client with the best possible representation. He will carefully examine your case to determine the right approach to take to defend you. If you’ve been charged with a criminal offense and need a Des Moines, IA, criminal defense attorney, contact Rouse Law P.C. for a free initial consultation.

Ward A. Rouse: Des Moines, IA, Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal law is a broad area of the law. Mr. Rouse handles some types of criminal defense cases that include:

Attorney Rouse has nearly a quarter of a century of experience defending clients who’ve been charged with state and federal crimes. He is dedicated to providing each client with his experienced-based representation and legal advice. Mr. Rouse will examine your case detail by detail and will help you determine the best procedure so he can mount an aggressive defense on your behalf. All initial consultations at Rouse Law are free and there is no obligation. Call to schedule your consultation and discuss the particulars of your case with Mr. Rouse. If he cannot take on your defense, he will recommend another Des Moines criminal defense attorney who can.

Overview of Rouse Law P.C. Criminal Defense

Serious criminal charges demand the services of an experienced criminal defense attorney like Mr. Rouse. If you’re facing charges that relate to the following case types, contact Mr. Rouse and his associates for professional legal guidance:

OWI / DWI / DUI

Iowa has strict laws for drivers convicted of OWI, DWI, or DUI. There are also mandatory penalties associated with convictions of these charges. Loss of driving privileges, steep fines, and even incarceration are some possible outcomes associated with these convictions. Not all OWI attorneys have the experience that Mr. Rouse has. He has tried cases as a prosecutor and defense attorney; he understands how to examine these types of charges from every conceivable angle in order to provide his clients with an effective defense. In many cases, he’s been able to identify ways to legally challenge charges before the case goes to trial.

Remember, just because you’ve been charged with a crime doesn’t mean you will be convicted of it. Unless you have entered a plea of guilt, you have the right to a fair trial, and the prosecutor must prove each element of the charge beyond reasonable doubt. Mr. Rouse is an experienced criminal defense attorney. He can contest the charge as well as the evidence that supports it. It’s not uncommon for criminal defense attorneys to contest chemical tests as well as field sobriety tests. Mr. Rouse will do everything he can to secure your legal win.

Drug Charges

Mr. Rouse has more than two decades of experience defending clients who have been charged with drug-related crimes in state and federal courts. He has represented many clients who have been charged with drug-related felonies and misdemeanors. Some types of drug-related convictions carry mandatory prison sentences. It’s essential to retain the services of a criminal defense attorney who understands the nuances of these cases. Mr. Rouse provides each client with a defense that’s tailored to their circumstances. He will provide you with a tenacious defense—as is your right. Throughout the process, he will provide you with sound legal guidance, answering your questions and addressing your concerns.

Mr. Rouse has a long history of challenging prosecutors of drug charges. In many cases, the drugs were confiscated by law enforcement illegally. If the process by which the drugs were searched for or confiscated violates the defendant’s rights, the charges may be dropped altogether. It takes an experienced eye to examine these cases. Mr. Rouse helped many defendants successfully fight the drug charges leveled at them.

Federal Crime

If you’ve been charged with a federal crime, schedule a consultation and discuss your case with Attorney Rouse. He has defended a wide array of federal cases in both Northern and Southern Districts of Iowa. He has also handled many appeals of federal criminal cases to the Eighth Circuit of Court of Appeals. Because there are various differences between federal and state criminal cases, it’s important consult with an attorney who has demonstrable experience in these matters. These cases are serious and you deserve an attorney who’s serious about providing you with the best possible defense.

A Small Firm that Achieves Big Results

Rouse Law P.C. is a small Des Moines legal firm, but it has a record of achieving big results for many clients. He has successfully helped clients who have been charged with serious crimes avoid convictions. One of the benefits of working with Mr. Rouse is that no client is left feeling anonymous. In a big law firm, this can happen, but not at Rouse Law. Mr. Rouse provides each client with personalized attention. He gets to know their cases inside and out so he can mount the best-possible defense. He also cares about his clients and is passionate about fighting for their rights.

Free Initial Consultations

Rouse Law P.C. offers a free initial consultation. If you’ve been charged with a criminal offense, schedule your consultation with Mr. Rouse. Talk to him and tell him about your situation. He can examine your case and provide you with some preliminary advice. If you choose to retain his services, he will get to work straight away. He’ll procure and examine all the evidence surrounding your case. It’s not uncommon for him to spot errors—mistakes that could spell success right from the start.

Clients can also count on Mr. Rouse to provide them with honest legal counsel. He will explain each charge in detail, taking care to answer questions. He will also explain each aspect of the legal process and how he intends to mount your defense. He has represented hundreds of clients who’ve been charged with serious criminal offenses so he has the experience needed to provide you with an effective defense—one that’s customized to your situation.

If you need a Des Moines, IA, criminal defense attorney, contact Rouse Law P.C. and meet with Mr. Rouse to get some preliminary advice. He understands what you’re going through. He believes that you deserve the best possible defense of your rights and he will fight for them aggressively. Call today to schedule your consultation. If you choose to allow Mr. Rouse to represent you, you can rely on his consummate professionalism, experience, and dedicated service.