Yes, but it is not easy. Your attorney must set priorities in order to represent you and your case effectively. These are generally true for any felony case: 1. Avoiding Prison or Jail. 2. Avoiding a Felony Conviction. 3. Working to create factual mitigation and establishing legal defenses. 4. … [Read more...] about Is It Possible To Get A Fleeing & Eluding Charge Reduced Or Dismissed In Okaloosa County?
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What Is The Difference Between “Basic” Fleeing and Eluding & Aggravated Fleeing and Eluding In Okaloosa County?
In Okaloosa County, the first difference is the possible sentencing exposure which is the difference between a second degree felony and a third degree felony. The second degree felony is punishable by up to fifteen (15) years in prison and a $10,000 fine. The other difference is based on a … [Read more...] about What Is The Difference Between “Basic” Fleeing and Eluding & Aggravated Fleeing and Eluding In Okaloosa County?
What Are The Penalties For Fleeing & Eluding in Okaloosa County, Florida?
There are different felony levels for Fleeing and Attempting to Elude (Florida Statute 316.1935) depending on how the prosecutor evaluates the facts of the case. And with very little tweaks to the fact pattern of your case, it could make the difference between facing a third degree felony, … [Read more...] about What Are The Penalties For Fleeing & Eluding in Okaloosa County, Florida?
How To Select A Jury For A Domestic Violence Or Battery Trial In Okaloosa & Walton County
Selecting a jury is one of my favorite parts of a trial as well as one of the most important. It is the first chance you have to get them on your side, which isn’t always easy if your client is charged with a violent crime like battery or domestic violence. I usually launch with a series of … [Read more...] about How To Select A Jury For A Domestic Violence Or Battery Trial In Okaloosa & Walton County
Criminal Defense Attorney For Juvenile Domestic Battery Charges In Okaloosa County & Walton County
Battery On A Parent By Juvenile Son or Daughter In Okaloosa County Or Walton County Here is a common story I here from parents with children in Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) detention lockup in Okaloosa County: My child hit, slapped, punched, or kicked me. I called the cops. My child … [Read more...] about Criminal Defense Attorney For Juvenile Domestic Battery Charges In Okaloosa County & Walton County
Criminal Charges Dismissed For Client Charged With Possession of Alcohol By Person Under 21
As is common in the springtime, we were contacted by an individual that was charged with Possession of Alcohol by Person Under 21 years old. They were facing a second-degree misdemeanor punishable by up to 60 days in jail, a $500 fine and a criminal record. Lupella & Rehr were able to get … [Read more...] about Criminal Charges Dismissed For Client Charged With Possession of Alcohol By Person Under 21