Little Rock Criminal Defense Attorney
Aggressive. Strategic. Local. Your Defense Begins Here.
If you’re facing criminal charges in Little Rock, Pulaski County, or anywhere in Arkansas, you are up against a system with enormous power: prosecutors, police officers, investigators, judges, and laws that can affect your freedom, your reputation, and your future.
You don’t have to face that alone.
I’m Wesley Rhodes, a criminal defense attorney in Little Rock with extensive experience defending clients in Pulaski County Circuit Court, Pulaski County District Court, and Little Rock District Court. I provide proven, strategic, personalized defense for clients facing everything from misdemeanors to the most serious felonies.
Your future matters. And the decisions you make right now matter even more.
Little Rock’s criminal courts have their own procedures, personalities, and expectations. Local experience matters — a lot.
I have spent my career frequently handling cases in:
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Pulaski County Circuit Court
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Pulaski County District Court
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Little Rock District Court
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North Little Rock District Court
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Sherwood District Court
- Faulkner County Circuit Court
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Faulkner County District Court
- Saline County Circuit Court
I know the judges, I know the prosecutors, and I know how cases actually move through this system — not just in theory, but in practice.
Local knowledge is one of the biggest advantages you can have when your freedom is on the line.
Cases I Handle in Little Rock
I represent clients charged with all criminal offenses in Arkansas, including:
DWI / DUI
If you’re facing a Little Rock DWI, you need rapid intervention to protect your driver’s license, challenge the traffic stop, and attack any breath or field sobriety tests.
Drug Charges
Possession, intent to deliver, constructive possession, vehicle searches, and more. These cases often turn on small details.
Domestic Battery / Assault
These cases are emotional, high-stakes, and misunderstood. Even if the alleged victim wants the charges dropped, the State may continue. A strong defense matters.
Felonies
From Class D to Class Y felonies — including violent offenses, sex offenses, gun charges, theft, burglary, robbery, and more.
Probation Violations & Revocations
A single slip can trigger a serious hearing. Many revocations can be avoided with the right legal strategy.
Traffic Offenses & CDL Defense
For commercial drivers, even one ticket can be career-ending. I defend traffic cases for CDL and non-CDL drivers.
Expungements / Record Sealing
Many Arkansas convictions can be sealed. I help clients clear their records whenever possible.
If you’ve been arrested, charged, or believe you’re under investigation, I can help.
The Rhodes Criminal Law Approach: Strategic, Not Cookie-Cutter
No two cases are alike. That’s why I approach every case with:
1. Detailed Investigation
Reviewing police reports, body cam footage, witness statements, search warrants, lab results, and procedural errors.
2. Clear Communication
You’ll never be left in the dark. I tell my clients what to expect, what their real options are, and what strategy gives them the best chance.
3. Strategic Defense Tailored to the Courtroom
Some cases demand aggressive litigation.
Others benefit from diplomacy and tact.
My job is to assess the landscape and pursue the strategy that gets you the best outcome.
4. Local Insight
Knowing the habits, tendencies, and expectations of the judges and prosecutors in Pulaski County courts makes a real difference.
5. Unshakable Advocacy
Whether your case calls for negotiation or trial, I pursue the best possible outcome with focus and determination.
What to Expect When You Work With Me
Step 1: Consultation
We talk about your charges, your goals, and your concerns. Your consultation is confidential.
Step 2: Evidence Review
I immediately gather and review all evidence available — body cam, reports, statements, test results, etc.
Step 3: Strategy Development
We discuss possible defenses, plea options, trial strategies, and results you may be able to achieve.
Step 4: Court Representation
Whether negotiating with prosecutors or arguing before a judge or jury, I stand between you and the State — fully prepared.
Step 5: Resolution
Your case ends with the best result we can achieve: dismissal, reduction, diversion, acquittal, or minimized consequences.
Your Rights Matter. Your Future Matters. Get a Defense Attorney Who Believes That.
The criminal justice system can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Whether you’re facing a misdemeanor, a felony, a probation violation, or a serious allegation, you deserve a defense that is strategic, experienced, and committed to protecting your future.
I’m here to help.
Contact a Little Rock Criminal Defense Attorney Today
Call now for a confidential consultation.
Wesley Rhodes, Attorney at Law
217 W 2nd St.
Suite 303
Little Rock, AR 72201
Telephone: 501-301-4591