State Criminal Defense

Des Moines State and Federal Criminal Defense Lawyer

  Have you or has a significant other been charged with any type of crime. You have the right to be vigorously defended against these Accusations. Frequently charges are wrong, or charges are originally filed for a higher offense than is right or necessary. Many times people can have their charges reduced or dismissed, or a jury can find a defendant NOT GUILTY, or guilty of Lesser Charges than what were originally filed by the police and prosecutor. Also, legal representation is very important, because in many cases, all record of a criminal charge and even conviction can be completely expunged from every record at the county, state, and national level. The Berger Law Firm can help protect your rights and craft a defense against any criminal charges. Attorney Peter Berger and staff will stand by your side.

If you need help, call as soon as possible. The sooner you call, the sooner Attorney Peter W. Berger can investigate, and sometimes work things out with the authorities even before charges are filed. Fill out the contact form on this site or call 515-288-8888, toll free in Iowa at 888-282-8886 for a free consultation. Spanish speaking service is available.

Criminal defense lawyer Peter Berger of the Berger Law Firm truly understands the law and has a great deal of experience in dealing with any type of charge and circumstances. Attorney Peter Berger has tried more than 200 jury trials over his career, as well as numerous trials to the Judge. In addition, Attorney Berger over the years has negotiated literally thousands of plea negotiations in criminal cases ranging from Murder to simple Assault, and from Robbery to Shoplifting Mr. Berger’s career started as a criminal prosecutor in 1977, then as a special prosecutor, called back from private practice in 1980 to prosecute Iowa’s first televised murder trial. Now, he brings his firsthand knowledge of the opposition's tactics and methods to the table in defending you or a friend or loved one against them. He understands how to build a strong defense in any criminal case, and if necessary to negotiate the most favorable plea bargain that is available. The Berger Law Firm is available to represent people throughout Iowa and in other states (as co-counsel or individually with leave of Court), who have been charged with any felony or misdemeanor crime, including:

• MURDER: Manslaughter, Vehicular Manslaughter, Willful Injury, Assault and Battery
• DRUG CHARGES: Drug Possession, Intent to Deliver, Hydrophonic Marijuana grows, Pot Farms, Drug Delivery, Smuggling
• OWI/DWI/DUI DEFENSE: OWI, Operating While Intoxicated, Drunk Driving, Vehicular Manslaughter
• THEFT: Burglary, Robbery, Shoplifting, Bad Checks, Check Kiting
• WHITE COLLAR CRIMES: Embezzlement, Money Laundering, Bank, Check, Credit Card, Medicare, Mortgage, Welfare Fraud
• SEX CRIMES: Rape, Lewd and Lascivious Acts, Child Molestation, Internet Solicitation, Lewd Acts, Statutory Rape
• DOMESTIC ABUSE: Domestic Assault, Domestic Violence, No Contact Orders
• COMPUTER INTERNET CRIMES: Child Pornography, Solicitation, Identity Theft

Attorney, Peter Berger has more than 30 years of trial experience, with major criminal and civil cases, in State and Federal Courts. In that time, he has learned that personal service is important, starting with arranging bond WWW.YESBAILONLINE.COM to working with clients and their families to resolve any problem.  If you choose the Berger Law Firm P.C. to represent you, Mr. Berger will take the time to listen and learn your situation. That will be the starting point in a detailed investigation that is committed to making certain all of the facts are on the table.

Peter Berger will be here for you when you need him. He will personally handle your case. At no point will you be left in the dark about the progress of your case and you will be involved in all major decisions. After all, it is your case.  Attorney Peter Berger is available to represent people in Des Moines, throughout Iowa, and in other states.

To schedule a free consultation, contact 515-288-8888 or toll free @ 888-282-8886.