Criminal Defense

If you are facing a criminal charge, you may be concerned about how the charge will affect your lawful permanent resident status or attempt to gain U.S. citizenship. Many misdemeanor and felony arrests and convictions result in deportation no matter how many years you have resided in the United States lawfully. At the Law Offices of Michael H. Said, P.C. we have years of experience as criminal defense attorneys.

If you are the victim of domestic violence or if you have been accused of domestic violence, we may be able to assist you.

If you are a victim of domestic violence and a judge enters a domestic violence injunction, you may be entitled to a stay away order, temporary child support, temporary custody of minor children, and temporary exclusive use and possession of your home.

If you have been accused of domestic violence and a judge enters an injunction against you, your rights may be seriously affected. In addition to limitations on free movement, your right to carry a firearm may be taken away and your immigration status may be impacted.

If you need an experienced and competent attorney to represent you in any domestic violence matter, please call the Law Offices of Michael H. Said, P.C..

We handle all types of criminal defense matters, including:

  • Theft
  • Fraud
  • Extortion
  • Domestic violence
  • Assault and battery
  • Drug offenses
  • Drunk driving
  • Sex crimes
  • Murder
  • Embezzlement
  • Federal offenses
  • Probation violation

We can also represent clients at bond hearings, defend against criminal charges, file motions to vacate criminal cases, and motions to reopen closed cases.



Law Offices of Michael H. Said, P.C.


  Law Offices of Michael H. Said, P.C.
  5001 SW 9th Street
  Des Moines, Iowa 50315
  Ph. (515) 974-1553
  Fax: (515) 974-0996
  E-mail: msaid@saidlaw.com




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