Criminal Law
If you are arrested and charged with any criminal
offense, Missouri lawyer Peter C. Edwards says:
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Don't talk to anyone about your case, especially law enforcement.
• Don't answer questions or reply to accusations
without first consulting a criminal defense attorney.
• Don't allow any search to be done of you or
your property or submit to any test without demanding your right to have
an attorney present.
This is very general advice. If you have additional
questions, please contact us directly for a personal consultation on
your own criminal defense concern.
Charged with a Crime? Call now
for a free consultation at 417-781-2214
If
you are facing criminal charges, you may be terrified about what will
happen next. A criminal conviction can have devastating effects on a
person's life, including jail or prison time and heavy fines. If you
have been accused of criminal activity, or if you are under
investigation for a white collar crime, it is important to contact an
experienced lawyer as early as you can. Joplin attorney Peter C. Edwards
treats each clients' cases accordingly: with great care, respect and
diligence.
Mr. Edwards understands Missouri and Federal
criminal law and procedure. He has a strong conviction that all accused
persons have the right to the best defense. He has devoted his career to
protecting our Constitutional rights. He represents individuals charged
with crimes in federal, state, county and municipal courts in Jasper
County, Newton County, Barton County and McDonald County, and nearby
communities including Carl Junction, Carthage, Webb City, Oronogo,
Duquesne, and other small towns in Southwest Missouri. Mr. Edwards is
also licensed in federal court and handles federal criminal drug and
white collar cases.
Defense for Clients Charged in State and Federal
Court
We have handled a variety of
felony cases, defending clients who are facing charges for: Violent
crimes: involuntary manslaughter, robbery, kidnapping, assault and
battery.
• Crimes against property: theft, burglary,
shoplifting and destruction of property.
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DWI's, DUI's and drug crimes.
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Embezzlement
• Securities fraud
• Credit card fraud
• Identity theft
•
Stealing
Start building the defense you need to protect your
rights. Schedule your appointment by calling 417-782-4700 or send an
email to pchapedwards@yahoo.com.