Aggressive Criminal Defense Representation In Punta Gorda
When you face criminal charges, it’s natural to worry about how much life is going to change if you are found guilty. In today’s world of criminal background checks for everything from applying for a job to renting an apartment, no one would want to have a criminal conviction on their record.
While no lawyer will guarantee results at the Leskovich Law Group, P.A., we are a team of Punta Gorda criminal defense attorneys here to show you there is hope, and nothing is set in stone quite yet. We have over 50 years of collective experience in criminal proceedings. From our law office in Punta Gorda, we represent clients throughout southwest Florida.
Cases We Handle
In each of the thousands of cases we have been a part of, we remind our clients, the courts, the prosecution and juries of your rights to the presumption of innocence, a fair trial and the prosecution’s burden to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you are guilty of the crime in question. We pursue the outcomes our clients need in each case we try, including the following:
- DUI offenses: Florida courts take charges of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol very seriously. You face driver’s license suspension, thousands of dollars in fines and added insurance costs, and possible jail time, even for a first offense.
- Drug charges: Depending on the drugs in your possession, you may be facing a lengthy prison sentence and thousands of dollars in fines.
- Theft crimes: Especially for charges like robbery and burglary, these crimes can result in significant jail time and a lifelong criminal record.
- White collar crimes: Few employers would want to hire a person convicted of embezzlement or another white collar crime.
- Federal offenses: The stakes are higher when you face federal criminal charges.
- Violent crimes: Most violent offenses are felonies that result in a prison sentence and high fines upon conviction.
- Sex crimes: These allegations are among the most personally and legally harrowing you may face.
- Expungements: If a past conviction or arrest is limiting your opportunities in life, we may be able to clear your record.
You have the right to a loyal attorney. This means that if you tell us you are innocent, we will take every legal measure necessary to show this innocence, no matter the crime in question. If the prosecution does seem to have a tight case, other measures can immediately to reduce the impact of the conviction. This can include reducing felony theft charges to misdemeanors, arguing for drug diversion treatment programs when available, and reducing prison sentences whenever possible.
Aggressive Representation From Trial Lawyers
When you have been accused of committing a crime, only a trial attorney can provide the representation that you need. Most lawyers will attempt to negotiate with the prosecutor to obtain a plea bargain, making every effort to avoid taking your case to trial. At Leskovich Law Group, P.A., we know that a trial could be the best option in your defense, and if it is, we will readily take your case before a judge and jury and fight for your freedom.
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Each attorney on our team realizes the importance of a strong attorney-client relationship, which means that we will do our best to communicate clearly and often. Excellent communication is an often-overlooked component of an excellent defense, and we measure the strength of our work on how well you understand your legal situation. If you grasp the strategy, stakes and direction of your case, you know your lawyer is doing everything possible to fight your charges.
To talk to a lawyer about the charges you face, call 941-621-6623 or fill out our simple contact form.