Criminal Defense

If you have been charged with a crime, Shafer & Welch, L.C. can assist you with your defense. We will help you navigate through an often intimating and complicated criminal justice system and will protect your rights and liberties through the process. Our attorneys have handled numerous criminal matters, including high profile cases.

We have experience defending the rights of persons arrested and accused of all criminal offenses, from misdemeanors in municipal court to the most serious felony cases. Shafer & Welch, L.C., has successfully defended many clients in cases that range from disturbing the peace to complex white-collar crimes. You can rest assured that our experience and reputation will work for you.

Whether it is protecting your good name or your constitutional rights, at Shafer & Welch, L.C. we will work hard to make sure that your rights are being protected. Contact us today.

“Jared Welch not only represented me in my criminal matter but more importantly he helped me get the substance abuse treatment that I needed. He was as concerned about my mental and physical health and well being as he was about the outcome of my case. Jared’s overall advice and assistance allowed me to put my personal life back on the right track.” --TFP, rural Nodaway County, MO

Types of criminal defense cases

• Traffic violations and speeding tickets
• Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) offenses
• Drug and narcotic crimes
• Bail/Bond reduction
• Probation revocation
• Computer crimes
• Stealing
• Trespass
• Forgery
• Fraud
• Assault
• Bad checks
• Violent crimes
• White-collar crimes