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Fort Lauderdale Felony Defense Lawyer

If you have been charged with a felony crime, you need the experience and skill that The Law Offices of R. David Williams, P.A., can provide.
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Felony Defense lawyer in Fort Lauderdale

Getting charged with a felony is of the utmost seriousness. A conviction will likely result in prison time and a fine. Depending on the nature of your crime, a sentence could affect the rest of your life and that of your loved ones.

You need someone on your side to protect your rights. The Law Offices of R. David Williams, P.A., will vigorously represent you and fight for your interests. We will gather evidence, interview witnesses, review police reports, and consider all the facts of your case. You can expect strictly confidential communication. Our Fort Lauderdale felony defense lawyer will work diligently to provide you with an effective defense strategy.

Common Felony Charges That Defense Lawyers Defend

Felonies in Florida are divided into five categories. These are third-degree felonies, second-degree felonies, first-degree felonies, life felonies, and capital felonies. The list of crimes in these categories is long, but some of the most common include:
  • assault and battery
  • carjacking
  • homicide
  • kidnapping
  • robbery
  • grand theft
If you have been arrested and charged with any of these crimes, schedule a free consultation with a Fort Lauderdale felony defense lawyer today.

First-, Second-, And Third-Degree Felonies

Typical third-degree felonies include burglary, third DUI and beyond, and cocaine possession. Conviction of a third-degree felony will come with a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a $5,000 fine. There can also be additional court-mandated restitution payments to the victim.

Second-degree felonies carry sentences of up to 15 years in prison and fines of up to $10,000, along with restitution payments. Common second-degree felonies are aggravated battery with a weapon, child abuse, possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell, and sexual battery.

A first-degree felony carries a punishment of up to 30 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000, plus possible restitution payments. DUI manslaughter, first-degree homicide, human trafficking, and robbery with a weapon are examples of first-degree felonies.

Life And Capital Felonies And Their Punishments

The two most serious criminal charges are life felony and capital felony. Both have lengthy prison terms and fines. Examples of life felonies are violent crimes such as kidnapping, possessing or using a weapon of mass destruction, unpremeditated murder, and molestation of a victim less than 12 years old. A person convicted of a life felony will spend a minimum of 40 years in prison with the possibility of remaining behind bars for life. Fines can reach $15,000, not including required restitution payments to victims.

A capital felony will carry a punishment of death or life in prison without the possibility of parole. These include murder, armed kidnapping, and capital drug trafficking.

If you have any of these charges, you need an experienced Fort Lauderdale felony defense attorney to represent you. Your lawyer can help you build a strong defense by carefully reviewing the charges and all the facts of your case.

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Why Choose The Law Offices of R. David Williams, P.A. ?

  • Confidential Case Assessment - During your confidential case assessment we will listen to the details of your case, and formulate a strategy to defend you as well as possible.
  • Highly Rated & Reviewed - Highly rated on Google, with a 5 star rating on respected legal site AVVO.
  • Focused Legal Practice - Our Attorneys have been helping individuals like you Navigate the law for over 25 years. Criminal Law is our top priority, let us make you and your case part of that focus.
  • Highly Responsive - We pride ourselves in fast response time when communicating with our clients. We will never let your questions or concerns go unaddressed.
  • Caring & Compassionate - This isn’t just a Criminal Charge, this is your life. We understand that, and our dedication to our clients helps get them back to their lives as efficiently as possible.
  • Bilingual - At the Law Offices of R. David Williams, we have staff that are fluent in English and Spanish, ensuring that each client gets proper representation.
  • Straight Shooters - Your situation requires honesty from both us and yourself. We will tell you what you need to know, not necessarily what you want to hear. Our approach focuses on efficiency and speed to resolve cases as quickly as we can.
  • No Case Too Difficult - This is where tenacity and knowledge of the law matter. We do what is necessary, even in complex cases.

  • Free Consultation – We provide free consultations, during which you can discuss the case and explore your legal options with an experienced criminal defense attorney.
  • Highly Rated – Our firm has accumulated numerous 5-star reviews on Google and the legal site Avvo.
  • Personal Attention – With a background in psychology, David Williams is uniquely positioned to help you with your legal needs while providing individualized attention and support.
  • No Case Is Too Big or Small – We handle everything from traffic tickets to grand theft, drug charges, and other major felony offenses. Regardless of the charge, you will have an advocate by your side when you choose The Law Offices of R. David Williams to represent you.
  • Tailored Representation – We don’t treat clients as numbers. To us, they are unique individuals who require legal representation that is tailored to their particular case. Thus, our firm customizes services based on your circumstances and needs.

How Your Attorney Will Build Your Case

Your Fort Lauderdale felony defense lawyer will utilize various strategies to reduce the severity of your punishment or have the charges dismissed altogether. Your counsel may determine that the circumstances of your arrest were improper or violated your rights. This will include reviewing the process of how officers gathered evidence against you. Other tactics may be to prove you had an alibi or that you acted in self-defense. Your lawyer may be able to show that there is not sufficient proof to tie you to the crime.

What To Expect From Your Attorney

The Law Offices of R. David Williams will devote every reasonable effort to your defense. As your advocate, our Fort Lauderdale felony defense lawyer has your best interests at heart and will explore every possible way to build an effective defense strategy. You can expect a compassionate, honest, and determined lawyer at every stage of the process. Call us today to schedule a free consultation and discuss your legal options.
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“Not gonna lie. I was scared at first – of course w anything w laws it’s very scary. But David was very professional , honest and true to his word. I felt so much better and confident that he was definitely gonna help me. And he did !! I’m truly grateful for him and his staff- his assistant Jessica is very warm and kind and is always on top of everything. Thank you guys so much!”

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Most importantly, David Williams makes it a priority to give you personalized service and attention with regard to your criminal case. Call our office at your convenience for a free consultation. We will schedule a personal consultation at your convenience with the attorney to discuss the strengths and weaknesses of your criminal case in Dade, Broward, or Palm Beach County. David Williams will provide you with the defense and counseling that is required to have a successful outcome for your criminal case.

David Williams prides himself on providing personal attention with regard to all aspects of your criminal or traffic matter. David Williams will provide you with a fair fee for the work required and will extend a payment plan that is suitable to your needs for your criminal matter.

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