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Karen K. Peters

1.5
1 review

Atlantic, IA, U.S.A.

Criminal Defense, Family Law, Juvenile and 1 more

About Karen K. Peters

Karen K. Peters is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, family law, juvenile and 1 other area of law. Karen received a B.A. degree from Grand View College in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years. Karen practices at Karen K. Peters Emerson Law Office in Atlantic, IA.

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Criminal Law
Posted by Collin
November 21, 2022
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I was barely a legal adult and found myself facing a felony charge. Due to having almost no money to my name, I had to request a Public Defender. I was facing Class D Felony charges for a crime I was not guilty of without having any prior charges to speak of. Ms. Peters recommended that I plead Guilty to said felony charge, making me a felon for life. Even at my young age, I knew this was the opposite of the right move to make. So, I went against Ms. Peters' wishes to plead guilty and pleaded Not Guilty to said felony charge. This ended up being the best decision I could've made, no thanks to my Public Defender. I'm now 25 years old, not labeled a felon, and working the best job I've ever had, leading a lawful life. In hindsight, I'm glad to report that not listening to Ms. Peters was the best decision I could've made for my future. Proceed with caution.

 

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Areas of Law

  • Family Law
  • Business Law
  • Other 2
    • Criminal Defense
    • Juvenile

Practice Details

  • Firm Information
    Position
    Attorney
    Firm Name
    Karen K. Peters Emerson Law Office

Experience

  • Bar Admission & Memberships
    Admissions
    1991, Iowa
    Memberships
    Iowa State Bar Association.
  • Education & Certifications
    Law School
    Drake University
    Class of 1990
    J.D.
    Other Education
    Grand View College
    Class of 1987
    B.A.
  • Personal Details & History
    Age
    Born in 1951
    Sumner, Iowa, February 12, 1951
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