Destin, Florida, Felony Criminal Defense Attorney

If you have been accused of a crime, do not talk to the police before you speak to a lawyer. An experienced criminal defense lawyer can protect your rights and make sure that the authorities do not force a confession or build up evidence against you. Your lawyer can also investigate your case and find out if there are any ways to get the charges dropped.

At Pleat & Perry of Destin, Florida, our felony criminal defense attorneys regularly fight to protect people facing criminal charges. We offer free initial consultations to people accused of crimes in the Florida panhandle, including Panama City, Pensacola, Santa Rosa Beach, Niceville, Crestview, Freeport, and Destin. Contact us to set up an appointment.

We handle all types of criminal cases, from minor infractions and misdemeanor crimes to the most serious felony indictments. Some of the accusations we assist with include

• Drunk driving (DWI / DUI)
• Drug possession, narcotics sales
• Theft and grand larceny
• White collar fraud, embezzlement
• Sex offenses
• Arson
• Conspiracy
• Probation violations
• Juvenile crimes
• Driving violations

West Ritchie is our primary Destin, Florida, felony criminal defense attorney. He has more than 18 years of experience, and has appeared in State and Federal criminal courts throughout the Florida panhandle.

Mr. Ritchie can personally handle your case, consult with you about every step and keep you informed of all developments. He approaches every case with a focus on full acquittals. If the evidence is too insurmountable, however, he can work toward a plea agreement that may greatly minimize the penalties.

Contact Us

Please contact our felony criminal defense attorneys to set up a free initial consultation about the case affecting you or your loved one.

From our offices in Destin, Florida, the felony criminal defense attorneys of Pleat & Perry have helped clients across the United States. Many clients come from the Florida panhandle, including Fort Walton Beach, Panama City, Pensacola, Santa Rosa Beach, Niceville, Crestview, Freeport, and other locations in Okaloosa County, Walton County, Escambia County, Santa Rosa County, and Bay County.