Criminal Attorney Tampa
FAQ: Tampa Criminal Lawyer
Author: Baker Daniel
There are some common concerns that people share when deciding who to retain as their Tampa criminal lawyer. Save yourself the time of writing down your questions and take this article to your initial meeting. That way you will not forget to ask any of the questions that can be so vital in the search for a Tampa criminal lawyer. They include:
- What is your specialty? Remember this important fact. Just because a lawyer has been practicing for twenty years does not mean they have enough experience to successfully defend your case. Your best bet is to find a professional who has specific experience winning cases like yours. A person with five years experience, who has focused on a certain niche, is much more valuable to you than the lawyer who takes all types of cases and has no specific specialty.
- How will you be compensated? This is an obvious question. Just because an attorney charges the most does not make them the best. Look at other factors when deciding to select your Tampa criminal lawyer. If the best possible lawyer asks for the most money, it is up to you whether you choose to continue your search.
- Are you the person who will be handling my case? If not, is the litigator, who will act as my Tampa criminal lawyer, as qualified and experienced as you are? Some firms use a few different attorneys, who work on cases collaboratively and share the workload. If this is the case with the firm you choose, make sure you meet each professional and ensure they are qualified to take your case.
- Why do you believe you are a successful criminal lawyer? Again, this comes down to a niche focus. You will want to know the lawyer's win-loss record in court in cases similar to yours.
- How will you ensure that I receive the best possible treatment under the law? Select a Tampa criminal lawyer who makes you feel comfortable. There is no reason to feel slighted every time you talk with your representation. It is important to know that this person is in your corner. You should be able to proceed with the trial with the peace of mind that comes with having the best possible representation.
Good luck finding a talented lawyer. When it comes to criminal cases, the caliber of litigator can make all the difference.
February 22, 2011
2:15 am
I live in Tampa and there is a law firm called Mayberry/Rich that specializes and criminal defense. I know of a few people that have used them and they were very impressed with their services. I hope everything works out
March 16, 2011
9:52 pm
My brother needs a criminal attorney, Tampa Bay area if anyone can recommend someone?
June 1, 2011
5:12 pm
If I’m convicted of my DUI in Tampa what should I do to find a good Tampa Criminal DUI Attorney?
I hear I can face consequences including fines, probation, community service, suspension of my driver’s license, and even jail time. I need a good lawyer, what do I do?
July 23, 2011
12:31 am
Yellow pages, then interview them.
July 26, 2011
2:19 am
You need to get a DUI Lawyer ASAP. Lots of em will rip you off though which is why you need a good and honest one. I know these guys are known as being very good and honest: http://www.mayberryrich.com/
July 26, 2011
8:08 pm
how do i find a good criminal attorney in tampa florida?
July 29, 2011
3:09 pm
Do you always need a criminal attorney for a DUI offense?
This is in Tampa Florida if thats relevant
July 29, 2011
3:17 pm
If you want a chance for it to be reduced to a reckless driving or thrown out completely, get a lawyer.
July 29, 2011
5:07 pm
We need the BEST criminal lawyer we can get for $2500 in Tampa, FL. Husband got 1st offense Poss Contrld Subst?
My husband got mixed up in a drug bust because he didn’t know his friend, who he recently rekindled his friendship with, was still doing drugs. He thought this guy was changing his life and trying to get custody of his kid. My husband even got him a job to get him on his feet.
My husband called this guy to ride with him in town to try to get a cavalier running so we can buy it. The guy said “sure, no problem” and went with him.. Apparently this guy sent text messages to an old mutual friend from High School to meet them at the gas station so HE could buy pills. He did NOT call where my husband could hear, but only sent text messages. My husband didn’t even know WHO he was texting… The guy goes “stop at the corner store before we go look at the cavalier for sale. Wanna run in…”. My husband stops, recognizes the girl from HS and goes to say hi. She hugs my husbands friend, gets back in the car. Looks at my husband says “I have something for you”. Hands my husband a pill.
He looks at it, doesn’t recognize the pill. Finishes his conversation with her. Walks away from the car, within 3-4 steps just drops the pill. 3-4 steps later police come busting out to arrest my husband and his friend.
The police tell my husband they have ON TAPE WITH AUDIO selling pills to the girl. Tried to get a confession from him. He did not confess because it was not true. They found HER prescription in her car, and THEN said they had him on tape exchanging money to buy pills from her.
My husband said any tape will show he did not pay for anything from this girl. He admitted post miranda that she handed him a pill, but he didn’t know what it was and dropped it after talking to her when leaving because he didn’t want it. He said he would be willing to go right now and take any type of drug test to prove he does not do anything. Hair, Blood, Urine … anything.
He was HONEST. He could have tried to lie and say he didn’t get handed anything.
When my husband and his friend were both arrested, the pill my husband dropped was by the girls car. His friend had not dropped his pill until police identified themselves, so his pill was right by his head when he got arrested.
My husband told the police he didn’t know the girl would be there. The other guy told the cops he told the girl to meet them there so he could buy pills. The cops said the stories didn’t match up that my husband recognized the girl from school and was just handed a pill, while the other guy said he texted her to meet them there. But they do add up if you KNOW that my husband didn’t know this guy was still messing around and they both had KNOWN the girl in highschool.
I happen to work for the law enforcement agency that this happened in. We were both humiliated
My husband contacted this guys family when he got arrested to let them know that their son is NOT cleaning up his life, that he got my husband arrested, and my husband wanted nothing to do with her son anymore. the guys mother said “oh yea i know that girl, i should have told that she was trouble”. she also said her son admitted in jail when they spoke on the phone that my husband had no idea what was going on and apologized to his mom for getting arrested.
ANYWAYS, if you know a highly reputable lawyer in Hills Co Florida (Tampa Area) that is experienced with these types of cases PLEASE refer us to them and if you are a lawyer reading this, please let me know what you think my husbands outcome will be for this possession charge.
He will not qualify for PTI even though it’s his first offense, because he is NOT going to admit to a drug problem when he does NOT have one just to get into this program.
My husband lost his job, we are selling everything to get the attorney fee. Our lives have been destroyed …
Thanks
July 29, 2011
5:11 pm
Use a search engine for “Florida State Bar” and you search their database. If theirs is anything like Texas’ State Bar website, you should be able to narrow it down to field of practice and zipcode.