La Porte County Criminal Defense
It can be overwhelming to realize that you need to hire a criminal defense attorney. Our founding lawyers at Rodriguez Law Firm, Inc. previously worked as criminal prosecutors. They founded Rodriguez Law Firm, Inc. in La Porte to provide high-quality legal services, including criminal defense, to the local community. For misdemeanors, DWIs or felonies, they will provide you with a tenacious and tough defense. If you have been charged with a crime, they will fight to protect your rights and help you minimize the impact criminal charges can have on your future.
Former Criminal Prosecutors Protecting Your Rights
As former criminal prosecutors, our criminal defense lawyers know and understand how the prosecution will prepare and present their criminal case against you. Using this insider’s knowledge, they will be able to fully prepare and present a strong defense on your behalf. They defend all types of criminal charges, in either state or federal court, ranging in severity from misdemeanors to felonies, including:
- Misdemeanor cases, including traffic violations and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) tickets
- Driving under the influence charges, including DUI, DWI and OWI charges
- Drug defense for misdemeanor and felony drug charges, including possession, distribution and manufacturing charges
- Other serious felony charges like assault and theft charges
- Domestic violence
- Civil asset forfeiture
- Estimates in sentencing
- Expungements
- Guns and weapons charges
- Internet crimes
- Sex crime defense
- Rape/sexual assault
- Sex offender registry
- Violent assault and murder
- White-collar crimes
We know that it is stressful and overwhelming to be facing criminal charges. As a result, we will make sure that you know and understand what is happening with every part of your case. Our criminal defense attorneys are available to answer your questions and will calmly guide you through what they know is a stressful process.
The Sentencing Guidelines In The State Of Indiana
In the state of Indiana, the sentencing guidelines provide guidance for judges when they are imposing criminal penalties. For example, Class C misdemeanor crimes come with a sentencing recommendation of 0-60 days and a fine of up to $500. A Level 1 felony comes with a sentencing recommendation of 20-40 years in jail and a fine of up to $10,000.
As your criminal defense attorney, our lawyers will fight to protect your freedom and minimize any prospective criminal penalties. At Rodriguez Law Firm, Inc., we are committed to protecting your constitutional rights and preserving your freedom.
Contact A Criminal Defense Attorney For A Free Consultation
Our criminal defense attorneys offer a free, initial case consultation. During this appointment, they will listen to your story, discuss your goals and desired outcome and give you a better idea of how they can help you to prepare a criminal defense on your behalf. To schedule your free appointment, send an email through our website, or call us at 219-444-4322. We serve clients throughout Lake, Porter and LaPorte counties.
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