Arrests

Every case is different and depending on the charge and the circumstances of the case, jail or prison is always possible. However, for the most part, incarceration is a rarity for most misdemeanors and low-level felonies if it is a first offense. Unfortunately, many attorneys will meet with … [Read more...] about Should I Expect Jail Time Even On A First Offense Misdemeanor Or Felony In Okaloosa County?

Each case and situation is different, so the only real way to know would be to call for a free consultation. Even if you know going in that funds are tight, you won’t be wasting my time. I am happy to discuss your situation and if you would like me to represent you in your case, I promise to do my … [Read more...] about How Much Does A Criminal Defense Attorney Cost In Okaloosa County?

If you simply cannot find a way to finance a private attorney, then you have few options other than to use the services of the public defender. But generally speaking, there are a lot of disadvantages to using a public defender over a private attorney. The case load for a typical public … [Read more...] about Should I Use An Appointed Public Defender or Hire A Paid Lawyer?

Yes. If you can afford it financially, it is really a “no-brainer.” Being accused of a crime means that you are facing the possibility of losing something extremely important: YOUR FREEDOM. And in addition, there can be long-term consequences suffered from a criminal conviction: the loss of a job … [Read more...] about Do You Need A Private Criminal Defense Attorney In Okaloosa County?

From Arrest to Trial STAGE ONE: Arrest, Notice to Appear, or Criminal Summons Similar to Okaloosa County felony arrests, bookings, and first appearances; misdemeanors are handled similarly with one exception. Sometimes a defendant with not have to go through the formal arrest process. Instead … [Read more...] about Misdemeanor Criminal Arrest Process in Okaloosa County

From Arrest to Trial STAGE ONE: Arrest The Felony Court Process is very straightforward and is basically the same for Okaloosa, Santa Rosa, and Walton Counties in Florida. It can be stressful though not knowing what to expect at each stage. For folks that have not been involved in the criminal … [Read more...] about Felony Criminal Arrest Process in Okaloosa County