We defend good people facing criminal charges. We move fast, explain every step, and fight for the best result—dismissal, diversion, fair plea, or trial win—so you can get your life back.
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You didn’t plan for flashing lights, handcuffs, or court dates. Now the clock is ticking. Without a strong defense, one moment can ripple through your job, license, housing, and family. Inside, it feels overwhelming—fear, shame, sleepless nights. And on principle, you deserve to be seen as a person, not a case number. We meet you there: steady, clear, and relentless about protecting your future.
We provide full-scope criminal defense—misdemeanors to serious felonies—from the first call to record clearing. It works because we act early, dig into the facts, press every legal advantage, and stay trial-ready. You’ll always know where you stand and why.
I’ve lived in Northwest Arkansas for 16 years and grew up here. I know our courts, our judges, and our community. I bring passion, legal know-how, and steady experience to every case.
I’ve stood beside people from all walks of life. Every client matters to me. You get my full attention, clear answers, and respect—always.
My background spans family law, business law, and criminal defense. That wider view helps me see your whole picture—kids, money, work, and safety—so I can build the plan that fits your life.
What you can expect
You deserve an attorney who treats your case with care and courage. I’m here to stand by your side and fight for what matters most.
What we handle: DUI/DWI, drug possession, theft and property crimes, assault and domestic matters, weapons charges, probation issues, and more. If it affects your freedom or record, we’re here.
How we communicate: You get direct updates in plain English. We translate legal terms, share options, and recommend the next move—no legalese.
Timelines: Many cases begin with arraignment, move through discovery and motions, and resolve by dismissal, diversion, plea, or trial. We set expectations early and revisit them as facts evolve.
Your role: You tell your story; we handle the fight. Bring documents, names of witnesses, and any video or messages. We’ll do the heavy lifting.
You have the right to remain silent and to ask for a lawyer. Use both. Silence isn’t guilt—it’s protection. If police stopped you, we examine whether they had “probable cause,” which means real reasons the law accepts. If a stop, search, or statement broke the rules, we seek to suppress that evidence. Suppression means the judge keeps it out, which can lead to dismissal or better deals. Simple idea: rules matter, and broken rules can help your case.
The arraignment is the first court date. You hear the charge and enter a plea, usually “not guilty” so we can see the evidence. Discovery is the state’s file: reports, videos, tests. We study it and file motions if your rights were crossed. Many cases end with a plea bargain, diversion program, or dismissal. A plea bargain is a negotiated outcome that lowers risk. Diversion can lead to a dismissal after you complete certain steps. If we go to trial, the state must prove every element beyond a reasonable doubt—the highest standard in law.
We gather the facts like puzzle pieces: body-cam video, 911 calls, texts, location data, and witness stories. We look for chain-of-custody problems, testing errors, or missing context. We add defense pieces too—alibi evidence, character letters, treatment records, or proof you were defending yourself. These materials help with leverage in talks and with credibility at trial. Sentencing is the final stage if you’re found guilty or take a plea. We present mitigation—your story, your goals, and your support system—to push for the lightest result. Afterward, we discuss expungement, which can hide or clear some records when the law allows.
Yes. A lawyer protects your rights and your future even if you want to plead. We check the evidence, look for defenses, negotiate better terms, and guard against hidden costs like license loss, immigration issues, or probation traps.
That’s usually the arraignment. The judge reads the charge, and we enter a not-guilty plea to get the police reports and videos. We set deadlines, request discovery, and begin building leverage for dismissal, diversion, plea, or trial.
Sometimes. Dismissals often come from illegal stops or searches, weak evidence, unavailable witnesses, or successful diversion programs. We push every legal angle to reach the best outcome the facts allow.
It depends on the charge and the final result. Some cases qualify for expungement or record sealing after certain steps or time. We’ll explain what’s possible and map a plan to protect your record.
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Right away. Early action can protect your rights, preserve videos, contact witnesses, and shape the story before it hardens. The sooner we start, the more options we usually keep.
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DeWitt and Daniels
125 Parkwood St, STE A
Lowell, AR 72745
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