The state of Florida has some of the toughest laws on the books for people who have been convicted of a crime. Among the most serious, and often least understood, are dangerousness hearings where people with prior violent felonies can be sentenced for violating their probation for something as simple as driving on a suspended […]
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A traffic offense can have serious consequences. You may be facing serious fines, license suspension, or jail time. An experienced traffic offense lawyer can stand by your side to ensure that your rights are protected. I has more than 17 years of experience defending people in Pinellas County charged with traffic violations. I have the experience to ensure that
Florida’s 10-20-life laws are strict for people convicted of a weapons charge. If you are convicted of possessing a firearm during the commission of a crime, then you are automatically facing at least 10 years in prison, even if you didn’t show or discharge the weapon. If you discharge a firearm during the commission of
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Accusations of a drug offense should be met by a lawyer who is willing to defend your rights aggressively. I have spent more than 17 years aggressively defending people who have been charged with drug offenses in Pinellas County. My focus specifically on criminal law in this county gives me a distinct understanding of the factors that will come
For people who have spent their life as law-abiding citizens, the introduction to the criminal justice system can be an intimidating and terrifying ordeal. You may be left with serious questions about your future, and uncertain of how to answer important questions. Who do I call for help? How long will I be detained? Will
The criminal justice system can be intimidating enough, but the problem is made worse when you are facing criminal charges somewhere other than your home state. In most cases I can resolve your criminal matters without you ever needing to come back to Florida. I am R. Lane Lastinger, criminal defense attorney, with more than 17
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Many serious crimes carry mandatory minimum sentence. If you are charged with one of these crimes and convicted, the judge has to give you a sentence within the legally mandated sentencing guidelines. The only way a judge can give you a lesser charge is with a downward departure. If you are facing criminal charges that
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Your future is on the line. If you are facing serious criminal charges, your one goal is simple: avoid prison. I can help you. As a St. Petersburg criminal defense attorney with more than 17 years of experience, I have helped many clients avoid prison. I can fight to have your charges reduced, your case dismissed or
When Your Life Is at Stake While there are many different penalties for criminal convictions, the most serious by far is the death penalty. If you are facing criminal charges punishable by the death penalty, your life is literally at stake. Death penalty cases require the most serious and focused criminal defense lawyer. I have
Pinellas County authorities arrested a 19-year-old man who apparently had a warrant out against him in another county. The man reportedly was involved in a shooting outside of a Dunkin’ Donuts in New Port Richey in December of last year. He was arrested recently at a motel and now faces an attempted first degree murder charge in
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