
Criminal Defense Law Firm in Northwest Arkansas
Serving Benton County, Washington County & All NWA Since 1988
Whether you have been charged with a misdemeanor or a felony offense, a conviction can result in long jail or prison sentence, as well as other serious penalties. After being arrested in Northwest Arkansas, you should immediately contact Attorney Doug Norwood and his team. He is a former prosecutor with over 30 years of experience. Our entire criminal and DWI defense team has nearly 100 years of combined experience, and includes former prosecutors. More than 35,000 people have trusted us to successfully help them with their criminal charges.
We will use our experience, knowledge, and resources to:
- Get your entire case dismissed
- Get you a not guilty verdict
- Get you NO jail or prison time
- Get zero or low fines
- Keep a conviction from hitting your record
- Keep you from going to court
- Keep your gun rights and voting rights
Our Northwest Arkansas criminal defense lawyers know what police can and will do, and we know how to fight back to protect your rights and your future. Our experience helps us find many police mistakes and other problems with the prosecutor’s case. We have gotten our clients results in the above- list tens of thousands of times. That is one reason why people of Northwest Arkansas voted us BEST NWA CRIMINAL LAWYER, NWA Democrat-Gazette and why we have hundreds of 5 star reviews from our happy clients.
When you schedule a free visit, you will learn about our reasonable fees, affordable payment plans and low down payments (Visa/MasterCard/Discover accepted).
Our NWA criminal defense attorneys handles the following types of criminal cases:
- Felonies
- Misdemeanors
- DWI/DUI
- Assault & Battery
- Drug Charges
- Domestic Violence
- Violent Crimes
- Theft
- Sex Crimes
- Traffic Crimes
- Suspended Licenses
- Record Sealing/Expungements
- Juvenile Offenses
- Federal Crimes
- Warrants/Bench Warrants
Browse the menu on this page to learn more about the types of cases we handle or contact us now at (479) 235-4600 for a completely free office visit.
There Is No Substitute for Experience
Put simply, criminal charges pose a serious threat to your future. You can’t afford to leave your future up to chance. At Norwood & Norwood, P.A., we believe that, when it comes to navigating the criminal justice system, there is no substitute for experience. The law is incredibly vast, detailed, and technical; you need a team of NWA criminal defense attorneys who not only understands the law, but also how to use it effectively to your advantage.
At Norwood & Norwood, P.A., our NWA criminal lawyers have:
- Handled more than 35,000 criminal cases
- Handled over 11,000 DWI/DUI cases
- Nearly 100 years of combined legal experience
- Past experience in prosecution
- A proven track record of success
Our firm has been named one of the Best Law Firms in Arkansas by U.S. News & World Report. Our founding attorney, Doug Norwood, has received prestigious awards and recognition, including an AV Preeminent® Rating from Martindale-Hubbell®, recognition in Best Lawyers in America®, and multiple Best Criminal Law/DWI Lawyer in Arkansas awards from the Arkansas Times.
No matter the charges you are facing, Norwood & Norwood, P.A. has the experience, resources, and skill to help. We employ a team-based approach to criminal defense, seeking the strongest possible strategy for your unique situation.
Accessible Legal Criminal Defense in Northwest Arkansas
At Norwood & Norwood, P.A., our Northwest Arkansas criminal defense lawyers believe in making our legal services accessible. To that end, we offer a completely free first consultation, with no obligation to hire our firm. We also provide reasonable rates and payment plans, and we have several office locations to better serve our clients. We are available for same-day appointments upon request. Check out some of our recent case results!
Speak to an experienced criminal defense attorney at our firm today. Request a free office visit today. We have offices in Bentonville, Fayetteville, Rogers or Springdale. Call (479) 235-4600 or contact us online.
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Turning Police Mistakes into Victories
We've Helped Over 35,000 People Get GREAT RESULTS
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Hundreds of Five Star Review
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“Felony Sex Assault Dismissed!”
“Felony Sex Assault Dismissed! My attorneys believed me from the beginning and were willing to take my case all the way to a jury trial and we WON!!”- Robin -
“Felony Case. Great Attorney!”
“Felony case - Great Attorney! Throughout the entire process facing this felony charge, i was given peace and a sense of security while the Norwood team took the steps necessary for the best possible outcome.”- Jennifer -
“He was fabulous and got all charges dismissed.”
“I hired Doug Norwood to defend me on criminal mischief charges and possession of instrument of crime charges. He was fabulous and got all charges dismissed.”- Al -
“No JAIL on 35th driving on suspended license!”
“No JAIL on 35th driving on suspended license! I've used Norwood and Norwood multiple times before and they've always done a good job for me so I hired Norwood to help me. Just like before, they kept me out of jail and made the process easy and efficient.”- Bruno -
“Felony Charges Dropped!”
“Felony Charges Dropped! Norwood & Norwood are excellent lawyers. I was facing felony drug charges and they were able to get the charges dropped.”- Jeff -
“All the charges were dropped!”
“I lawfully defended myself with a firearm, but the local authorities decided it was unlawful. Mr. Norwood and his team successfully defended me and all the charges were dropped.”- Timothy -
“Saved my life!”
“Saved my life! I had a great experience and an amazing result with the Team at Norwood and Norwood. They were always compassionate, honest and professional. They were also excellent communicators, always keeping me informed of the process and next steps.”- John -
“While the process was painful, Norwood and staff were in my corner the entire time.”
“After a brief and admittedly shameful argument in front of my children between my wife and me, I was arrested and charged with a litany of trumped up charges by the local police. Thank god for Doug Norwood and his staff!”- Anonymous
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Why Hire Our Firm?
Aside from our tens of thousands of case dismissals and victories, there are many other factors to consider when hiring legal help.
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Should I Plead Guilty?
The quick answer is NEVER! By letting us examine all the evidence we can often find mistakes by the police.
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