Felony Criminal Defense Law Hollywood Broward County Florida. At the Law Offices of Evan M. Kleiman, P.A., I understand that an individual who has been arrested needs help immediately. They can be overwhelmed with the judicial process the moment they enter it. That is the reason I am available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, weekends and holidays included. Call me on my cell phone (954) 804-1940. If you are not sleeping then neither am I. I am here to protect your rights.
You may have heard the quote in the television series entitled *THE FIRST 48 that “For Homicide Detectives, the clock starts ticking the moment they are called. Their chances of solving a murder are cut in half if they don’t get a lead within the first 48 hours.” Likewise, for a person who is arrested or under investigation for a criminal offense, time is also of the essence. The clock starts ticking the moment you have been arrested or become the subject of a criminal investigation. You need to protect your constitutional rights at these critical early stages as well as throughout the entire judicial process.
When an attorney intervenes at these early stages, they can:
shield you against unwanted police interrogation
act to preserve evidence that may be critical in your case
secure a reasonable bond or conditions of pre-trial release
The Law Offices of Evan Kleiman, P.A.
2455 Hollywood Boulevard • Suite 104,
Hollywood, Florida 33020
Phone: 954-453-1142 Cell: 954-804-1940 Fax: 954-453-1115
I represent clients in literally every type of offense in Florida State and Federal court. Criminal Offenses can be broken up into two main categories – Misdemeanors and Felonies. Misdemeanors are offenses that are punishable by a MAXIMUM of one year in the county jail. These offenses are handled in County Court. In certain instances, these cases are able to be resolved without your personal appearance. Certain D.U.I.’s, Petit Thefts, Possession of Cannabis, Assaults and Batteries are considered Misdemeanors.. In other instances these offenses may be charged as a Felony depending on the circumstances of the case. Felonies are punishable by imprisonment in the Florida State Prison system. These offenses are handled in Circuit Court. Felonies are further broken down into 5 degrees:. Third Degree Felonies (punishable by up to 5 years prison), Second Degree Felonies (punishable by up to 15 years prison), First Degree Felonies (punishable by up to 30 years prison), First Degree P.B.L. (punishable by life in prison) and ultimately Capital Felonies (punishable by death). A Felony conviction can be a life changing event which closes many doors. In certain cases it may be possible to reach a plea bargain with the State Attorney’s Office where adjudication is withheld. This means that you will not be considered a convicted felon. In certain cases (depending on the exact charge) you may then be eligible to have your record sealed.
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