Charles Phillips Bowles IV

From protecting the public to protecting your future

I spent more than a decade in law enforcement—culminating as Chief of Police—before founding Bowles Law Group, PLLC in Warsaw. That insider experience with investigations, evidence, and courtroom strategy now gives my clients a decisive edge in contested child custody, visitation, foster-care/dependency, and criminal defense matters throughout Eastern Virginia.

How I Help

Focus Area & What You Can Expect

• Custody, Visitation & Support (primary practice) - Child-centered negotiation first, relentless litigation when settlement fails. I’m equally comfortable in Juvenile & Domestic Relations and Circuit Courts.
• Child Dependency / CPS - Rapid response to DSS petitions, safety plans, and foster-care review hearings; clear guidance on meeting statutory timelines to reunite families.
• Criminal & Traffic Defense - We use police procedures insight to spot bad stops and weak warrants, as well as pragmatic plea-bargain advice or full jury-trial representation.

Why Clients Choose Me

1. Law-enforcement insight, prosecutor’s perspective
2. Straight talk + clear game plans—no jargon, just next steps
3. Faith-grounded compassion (Micah 6:8) with fierce advocacy
4. Bilingual service—hablo español fluidamente
5. Flexible access—video, phone, secure client portal & e-signature
6. Payment options that fit real budgets—retainers, payment plans, credit cards, and select limited-scope representation
7. Complimentary 30-minute strategy call* for qualified matters

*Free consultation slots are limited each week; schedule early to reserve yours.

Recent Wins

• Secured sole legal & physical custody for a parent after multi-day trial
• Won visitation expansion for non-custodial father despite prior limited access
• Achieved dismissal of felony firearm charge for first-time defendant

**Results depend on the facts of each case; past success doesn’t guarantee future outcomes.

Let’s Talk
When your family, freedom, or both are on the line, you deserve counsel who knows the system from every angle. Call , message me right here on Avvo, or visit  to book your free 30-minute consultation and start building your plan today.