Free Advice
Every person charged with a crime is innocent until proven guilty and we maintain our client's innocence through trial, or until such time as our client desires to change his plea to no contest or guilty upon advice of counsel and after negotiations for a plea bargain with the State. We advise our clients not to answer questions by law enforcement without an attorney present.

As citizens of the United States, and the State of Florida, everyone has the right to remain silent and the right to refuse to allow the police to search you, your vehicle, or your home unless there is a search warrant or unless law enforcement has witnessed a crime in their presence. Do not be mistakenly led to believe that you have to answer police questions or allow a search of you, your vehicle, or your home.

One exception to this rule is when asked to provide a breath test. I do recommend that you provide a breath test upon request of law enforcement; however, you do not have to answer questions or allow a search. If you have been arrested, keep in mind that police can conduct a search incident to making an arrest even without your permission.

1. We Offer A Free Consultation
We will personally discuss your case with you, explain your rights, present potential defenses to the charges and make you aware of the options you have. These options include motions to suppress evidence, reduction to lesser charges, dismissal of the charges, plea bargains and trial. Also included is a free Pinellas County Record Check and a printout of your case.

2. Prompt Intervention With The Prosecutor
Early intervention by your attorney could make a difference in the decision to file formal charges against you, or whether to file a lesser offense.

3. Evaluation of Your Case For Possible Defenses
We will evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of your case. Some evidence against you may be inadmissible because of illegal search and seizure. Police officers' account of the facts may not be consistent with yours or other witnesses. Statements you made may not be admissible if you were not read your rights.

4. You have several options to resolve your case:

A. Jury Trial

B. Plea Bargains - negotiated with the prosecutor and structured to avoid formal conviction when feasible, and minimal fines and probation.

C. Diversion Programs - designed to postpone prosecution of your case and upon satisfactory completion may result in dismissal of charges.

D. Withholding of Adjudication - negotiated with the prosecutor and designed to avoid a formal conviction on your record.

E. Plea in Absentia - a written plea, which may allow for resolution of your case without your appearance in court.