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Protecting Your Rights in Criminal DefenseIndiana Criminal Court

If you have been charged with a misdemeanor or felony, you should never plead guilty without first seeking legal advice from an experienced criminal defense attorney. At Matthew D. Barrett, P.C., we aggressively defend your rights against criminal charges in Logansport, Indiana, and the surrounding area.

Attorney Matthew D. Barrett will work hard to defend you against criminal charges and minimize the consequences of a criminal conviction. Please call 574-753-3302 or contact us by e-mail to schedule a free initial consultation.

Preparing Every Case As if it Will Go to Trial

Our firm defends clients in state and federal court against misdemeanor and felony charges. We have experience representing clients accused of various crimes, including:

  • Driving under the influence (DUI)
  • Drug possession and trafficking
  • Public intoxication
  • Habitual traffic offenses
  • Domestic violence 
  • Assault and battery
  • Murder or homicide
  • Sex crimes
  • Theft and shoplifting
  • White collar crime 

Plea negotiations can save time and expense, and we will work hard to reach a favorable agreement. However, occasionally trial is necessary to protect our clients' rights. We have extensive litigation experience, and we prepare every case as if it will go to trial.

Investigating Police Procedure

Many criminal defense cases often hinge on how well the police followed proper procedures. An experienced criminal defense attorney can identify many ways how the failure of the police to follow procedure can lead to the dismissal of a defendant's case.

  • DUI cases often involve an error with the breath test. Sometimes these tests are faulty; other times officers fail to operate breath tests correctly.
  • Drug possession cases involve search and seizure issues. If police officers search your home without probable cause or a warrant, there is the possibility of excluding the evidence against you. If police ask to search your property, always decline and request to speak with a lawyer first.

An experienced criminal defense lawyer knows how to look for these elements of your defense. Even if you believe the evidence is overwhelmingly against you, we will work to find the weaknesses in the prosecution's case and minimize the consequences if you are convicted.

Schedule a Free Initial Consultation

We invite you to call 574-753-3300 or contact us by e-mail to schedule a free initial consultation with experienced criminal defense attorney Matthew D. Barrett.

Our Logansport office is conveniently located at the corner of 18th Street and Market Street, across from the Scoops Ice Cream shop. Please visit us between 9 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday. Weekend appointments are available upon request. We will also visit you in jail, house or hospital by appointment.


Matthew D. Barrett, P.C.

1730 E Market Street
Logansport, IN 46947
Telephone: 574-753-3300 | Fax: 574-753-3302
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At the law office of Matthew D. Barrett, P.C., we represent clients throughout North Central Indiana in Logansport, Lafayette, West Lafayette, Kokomo, Rochester, Peru, Wabash, Winamac, Monticello, Cass County, Miami County, Fulton County, Howard County, Tippecanoe County, Carroll County, Wabash County, Pulaski County and White County.

The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.

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