Major Felony Defense in Fort Lauderdale
What happens in the first 24 hours
A general outline. Every case differs, and this is not legal advice.
- Within 24 hours of arrestFirst appearance. A person who is arrested and not already released is taken before a judge within 24 hours of the arrest.
- At first appearanceThe charge. The judge tells the person the charge, gives a copy of the complaint, and explains the right to a lawyer, with one appointed for a person who cannot afford one.
- At the same hearingRelease. The judge decides whether the person stays in custody or is released, and on what conditions.
Source: Fla. R. Crim. P. 3.130, first appearance.
Charges Daniel handles
Daniel has represented individuals facing major felony charges. These crimes range from serious homicide cases, from manslaughter to first degree murder.
In addition, Daniel has represented individuals charged with drug trafficking, robbery, kidnapping, sexual battery, RICO and domestic violence, along with theft charges.
These charges are enhanced when a firearm is involved, in addition to the mandatory minimum sentences that come with a finding that the individual actually possessed or discharged the weapon.
What to do right now
Say nothing about the case. Not to the police, and not to anyone else, before you talk with a lawyer.
Sign nothing. No statement or document about the case before you talk with a lawyer.
Call, 24 hours a day. 954-524-2877
The Fifth and Sixth Amendments to the U.S. Constitution provide a right to remain silent and a right to a lawyer.