CRIMINAL DEFENSE INFORMATION

We represent individuals facing the following charges: Criminal Traffic DUI & DWI, Driving While License Suspended, No Valid Driver’s License, Leaving the Scene of an Accident. Theft Cases Petit Theft, Grand Theft / Robbery / Burglary, Dealing in Stolen Property, Drug Cases Sale / Possession / Trafficking, Marijuana / Cocaine / Other “Controlled Substance”, Possession of Paraphernalia, Battery Cases Domestic Violence, Aggravated Assault / Battery, Felony Battery 

After being arrested for a crime, it can be difficult to take the first steps toward proper defense. Emotionally, the experience is quite traumatic.  You are likely to feel confused, frustrated, angry, embarrassed, anxious about being judged, and be uncertain about what the best course of action would be to follow.  You know you need to do something to get your life back on track.  Making that first step is usually the most difficult because of so many perceived “unknowns.”  Who should I hire?  How much will it cost?  What can they do for me? 

You have probably received numerous flyers and letters from law firms in the mail, desperately hoping you’ll call their office. 

Attorney Brendan Riley understands the overwhelming nature of your situation.  His experience includes handling hundreds of cases throughout the State of Florida involving as broad a range of charges as one can imagine.  FACT:  Brendan Riley has indeed successfully obtained many reductions and dismissals of charges.  While he makes no guarantees about what he can do in anyone’s case, he does guarantee to provide you with more than most during a free consultation.

Hiring a trial lawyer is one of the best decisions you can make when faced with criminal charges.  The reason is because trial experience results in understanding the importance of details, such as evidence and witness testimony. Our firm will work collectively to obtain the information we need to defend your case from all sides. Your initial consultation is free of charge, so contact our offices today if you need aggressive defense.

• Burglary: A felony theft crime, burglary can be committed in the first, second, or third degree depending on what type of structure was entered and whether or not it was occupied. 
• Drug Crimes: Drug-related offenses such as possession and trafficking can be misdemeanors or felonies. Some cases may even be federal crimes handled by agencies such as the FBI or the DEA.
• Possession : Drug possession can be a misdemeanor.  Unfortunately, there’s a high probability that the case is a felony that could result in thousands of dollars in fines and up to 30 years in prison. Make sure you have aggressive defense if you have been charged with possession.
• Trafficking : Moving illegal drugs from one place to another, usually with the intent to sell or distribute them, is a felony offense resulting in years to decades in state prison, as well as exorbitant fines. 
• DUI Offenses : Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a reckless offense that endangers the lives of others. As a result, a conviction will incur high fines, license suspension, and time in jail. 
• DUI with Injury : If someone is injured in an accident caused by a drunk driver, the DUI penalties increase to those of a second degree felony, which include up to 15 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. 
• Suspended License : To prevent DUI offenders from returning to the roads, a DUI conviction will result in term of license suspension so that the offender cannot legally drive. 
• Federal Crimes : Federal offenses are crimes which are committed against the federal government, or any crime committed on federal property. As such, they are generally handled by federal agencies such as the FBI, DEA, ICE, IRS and the DHS, and all trials are held in federal courts. 
• Internet Crimes : Common internet crimes include identity theft, credit card fraud, hacking, scams and phishing. The state of Florida has extensive laws regarding these offenses and punishes most of them as felonies. 
• Theft Crimes : Shoplifting, burglary, robbery, and other such offenses involve theft of another person's property. Lesser offenses such as shoplifting are misdemeanors, while burglary and robbery are felonies of the first, second or third degree. 
• Violent Crimes : Violent crimes are those involving infliction of bodily harm or death. These offenses are usually felonies and include homicide, manslaughter, assault and battery, and domestic violence. 
• Sex Crimes : Most sex crimes are felonies, including sexual battery, lewd and lascivious molestation and battery, possession of child pornography, and prostitution. Not only will a conviction result in fines and a prison sentence, but offenders may also be required to register as a sex offender for life. 
• White Collar Crimes : When a businessperson commits a crime in the line of work, such as embezzlement, fraud, or money laundering, it is a serious felony offense that could ruin their reputation and future career.