St. Petersburg Criminal Defense Attorney

Have you recently been charged with a crime?

Criminal charges, no matter the specific crime you are facing, are never something to be taken lightly or shrugged off. If you ignore them, they will not simply go away with time. In a time where your future is put into jeopardy based on the final outcome of a criminal case, you need to ensure that you are putting our best effort forward to protect your rights. One of the most important steps that you can take to fight against your charges is secure the legal assistance of a skilled St. Petersburg criminal defense lawyer as soon as you can.

At Leavengood & Nash, we are compassionate to the situation that those facing criminal charges are in. We understand that the time following an accusation of any type of crime can be frightening, overwhelming and confusing - especially to someone who has never been forced to deal with the law before. For this reason, we are completely devoted to giving our clients the comprehensive, dynamic advice they require.

Areas of Practice – St. Petersburg Criminal Defense Law Firm

Dealing with a criminal accusation is nothing to take lightly. If you find that you are facing a criminal charge, it is highly important that you do not hesitate to get the involvement of an experienced criminal defense attorney that you can trust to protect your rights. At our firm, we know exactly what is on the line with situations of this nature and we are firmly prepared to go the distance in our efforts towards helping you. Below and to your left, you will see lists of some of our practice areas. Here you will find the types of cases that we are able to assist with. These include, but are not solely limited to:

Driving Under the Influence
Operating a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration of or over 0.08% is considered to be a criminal offense. If, however, it is found that you are impaired, you do not necessarily need to have a BAC of this level. At our firm, we know the best ways in which we can help defend your rights – we encourage you to consult with our firm to learn about how we can protect your rights. Read more about DUI.

Boating Under the Influence
Even on the waterways, it is considered to be a crime to have a blood alcohol concentration over the legal limit. This is aggravated when the sun, wind and extreme weather can make it appear as if you are more impaired than you actually are. Read more about BUI.

Criminal Mischief
The criminal offense of criminal mischief can be performed as real and personal property. While there are many different criminal offenses that can fall under this umbrella term, two of the most common include vandalism and graffiti. These might seem like minor charges, but if successfully convicted, the penalties could be severe and could include heavy monetary fines. Read more about criminal mischief.

Domestic Violence
Florida does not consider domestic violence to be a minor offense and should you be charged, you will need the assistance of a heavyweight on your side. At our firm, you will have a former state prosecutor on your side – helping you to defend your personal and professional life. We are also prepared to help you with associated issues, such as restraining orders. Read more about domestic violence.

Drug Crimes
Criminal offenses relating to drugs can greatly vary in type. For example, the type of drug and the amount of it will also come into play. While possessing marijuana can be a minor offense, should there be enough marijuana, it could be charged as possession with intent to distribute. Read more about drug crimes.

Expungements
Having a criminal record is nothing to take lightly. If you have been criminally charged, you will find that you have serious obstacles to face – no matter whether you are attempting to receive a financial loan or if you're trying to find new employment. At our firm, we can help to evaluate your case to determine whether you're eligible for expungement or not. Read more about expungements.

Internet Crimes
Crimes that involve technology, such as those that are committed through the use of the internet or computers, require a certain amount of technological knowhow. At our firm, we are prepared to invest the time and energy necessary to navigating through these complex cases. You can be confident knowing that if you work with us that we'll go the distance in our efforts to fight for you. Read more about internet crimes.

Juvenile Crimes
If your child has been criminally charged, they will not be taken through the same court process as an adult would. Typically, the juvenile court will favor rehabilitation efforts over punishment, but this is not always the case. If the crime is severe enough, the prosecutor could attempt to try them as an adult and could fight to have them receive adult-level penalties. We will fight to avoid this possibility. Read more about juvenile crimes.

Sex Crimes
As one of the most heavily stigmatized types of crimes, sexual offense carry serious penalties. For example, the solicitation of prostitution could carry a year of incarceration for a first time offense. Beyond this, many of the convicted will be required to register as a sex offender – leaving them with a serious obstacle to overcome for the rest of their life. Read more about sex crimes.

Theft Crimes
The types of crimes that can be considered as theft are endless. From shoplifting to identity theft, any crime used to take the property of another for your own personal gain can be considered as a theft crime. If you are looking for serious defense against these serious charges, it is highly encouraged that you do not hesitate to consult with our firm. Read more about theft crimes.

Traffic Violations
In many cases, people do not assume that a traffic offense is anything to be concerned about. For this reason, many will simply accept guilt, pay the fine and forget about it. This, however, does not need to be your response! Get us involved and let us fight the traffic violation. We can fight to avoid a ding on your criminal record and any increased rates from your insurance company. Read more about traffic violations.

Violations of Probation
One of the first punishments utilized by prosecutors is often that of probation. While more desirable than incarceration, it is not a simple process and can be complex for the defendant to understand. Should it be decided that the defendant violated a term of the probation, they could be subjected to incarceration in lieu of probation. Let us defend against that possibility. Read more about violations of probation.

Violent Crimes
No crime is something that should be taken lightly. Should it incorporate the element of violence, however, the consequences can be even more severe. When you have a former state prosecutor on your side, you can rest easier knowing that we will go the distance in our efforts to help you defend your legal rights. Read more about violent crimes.

White Collar Crimes
Criminal actions that are classified as white collar crimes are usually committed in a business or professional setting. These crimes typically do not incorporate violence and instead have a financial purpose. The FBI ruthlessly prosecutes these types of crimes due to their wide-spreading impact and by the time you are made aware of the allegations, you could be facing up to months or years of investigation against you. Read more about white collar crimes.

10-20-LIFE Law
In 1999, legislation was passed in regards to crimes that incorporate a gun. In this, pulling a gun during a crime resulted in 10 years of incarceration. Firing the gun resulted in 20 years and injuring or killing the victim resulted in 25 years to life. Read more about the 10-20-LIFE bill.

Aggressive Legal Defense in St. Petersburg

If you or a loved one have recently been charged with a crime of any kind, then you should not waste any time in securing the legal assistance that you deserve. With meticulous preparation, exhaustive research and a tenacious pursuit of your optimum outcome, the lawyers at firm can offer you the high-quality level of service you require. Call us today to learn more about how we can help!

Do not hesitate to contact a St. Petersburg criminal defense attorney for your case consultation.