Miami Criminal Defense Attorney
Criminal Defense Issues in Miami
Criminal defense is a type of legal representation that is necessary when a person is charged with a criminal act and must appear in court to face the offense. Criminal defense attorneys work closely with defendants to gather all available information about the event that resulted in arrest, and formulate a strategy for victory based on that information in addition to areas of interest related to evidence, eyewitness testimony and others. If you have been charged with a crime, contact a Miami criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible to begin strategizing your defense.
Being charged with a crime is one of the most difficult experiences for any person to endure. Due to the range of harsh penalties a in a conviction, the decisions made in terms of legal representation can play an instrumental role in the rest of your life. Those who do not retain high quality representation may face heavier penalties than if they had been represented by a more skilled attorney. It makes sense to pursue the best possible legal representation after being charged with a crime in order to properly defend against the accusation and provide the best opportunity for a successful defense.
Miami Criminal Defense Lawyer
Criminal defense encompasses a wide range of practice areas. In order to learn more about the charges that have been made against you, browse the descriptions below and click on any link that is relevant to your case. If for some reason you do not find what you are looking for, do not hesitate to contact a representative from the firm to inquire further.
Assault
You do not have to touch someone to be charged with assault. In fact, the mere threat of physical harm is enough to warrant an assault charge. Read more about assault…
Battery
There are different types of battery and each one will be punished differently. For example, aggravated battery is different than armed battery; however, even first time convictions can be charged as felony offenses. Read more about battery…
Domestic Violence
Many police responses to domestic violence calls end in arrest and will face legal repercussions as a result. Read more about domestic violence…
Drug Crimes
Some drugs are considered so dangerous by law makers that even the most minimal amounts of certain types of illegal substances such as cocaine could wind you up in jail for years to come. Read more about drug crimes…
DUI Cases
Defense against the manner in which you were pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving, as well as the field sobriety tests used to assess your intoxication level could greatly alter the outcome of your case. Read more about DUI cases…
Federal Crimes
Federal criminal charges will be addressed in a much harsher manner than a state regulated crime. That being said, harsher consequences will also result for those convicted of a federal criminal offense. Read more about federal crimes…
Hit & Run
Being accused of a hit & run accident could result in a felony conviction if not properly defended by a professional attorney. Read more about hit and runs…
Juvenile Crimes
A separate justice system has been established to legally handle criminal issues involving persons under the age of 18. As such, you need a defense lawyer that knows how to deal with this type of criminal processing. Read more about juvenile crimes…
Probation Violation
Probation violations include missing a scheduled court appearance, failing to submit to court ordered counseling or rehabilitation, not keeping your probation officer informed of pertinent information, as well as being arrested of another crime. These are only some of the actions that law makers and enforcers believe to be in violation of probation and parole terms. Read more about probation violations…
Sex Crimes
Sexual crimes are different from other criminal acts because they have the potential to negatively affect almost every aspect of a person's life: personally, socially, psychologically, emotionally and so much more. Read more about sex crimes…
Speeding
Failure to maintain the speed limit is seen as reckless driving in the eyes of law enforcement officers, and it will be punished accordingly. Read more about speeding…
Theft Crimes
Generally, theft crimes fall under two categories: petit theft and grand theft. The total value of the stolen goods will determine whether your crime is charged as petit theft or grand theft. Read more about theft crimes…
Traffic Offenses
Traffic offenses may sound minor, but the impact they can have on your driving record and your ability to drive can be major. Read more about traffic offenses…
Violent Crimes
Criminal acts of violence are those that involve the use force or even just the threat of force. Read more about violent crimes…
White Collar Crimes
Non-violent crimes that are used to promote one's finances are most often categorized as white collar crimes. These are serious criminal acts that will be legally pursued at the federal level. Read more about white collar crimes…
A Miami criminal defense lawyer from the Law Office of A. Antonio Tomas, P.A., can provide excellent defense for those who face charges related to DUI, drug crimes, sex crimes, theft crimes and white collar crimes. The firm focuses on successful criminal defense through detail, research, organization, creativity and a passion for representing the accused. You have a right to fair and just legal representation in a criminal court and Mr. Tomas will work hard to aggressively pursue an ideal resolution that could include minimized penalties in terms of jail or prison sentences, or a achieving an acquittal in court.
Contact a Miami criminal defense lawyer
if you have been charged with a crime and need dependable representation.