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Clearwater Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).
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AV Preeminent Peer Rated Attorneys
Clearwater Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

Fletcher & Fletcher

5.0
18 Reviews
  • 13575 58th Street N., Clearwater, FL 33760+1 location

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers1 award

  • Know Your Rights; Protect What Matters

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, Domestic Violence, and 11 more

  • Free Consultation

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  • 2363 Gulf to Bay Boulevard, Suite 100, Clearwater, FL 33755

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • When push comes to shove, you want us on your side.

  • Criminal Law LawyersPlaintiff’s Personal Injury, Assault, and 25 more

  • Free Consultation

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The Hebert Law Group

4.5
18 Reviews
  • 5250 Ulmerton Road, Clearwater, FL 33760

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Over 20 years of Experience in Criminal Defense Call us today. We can help. 813-723-4818

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, Bribery, and 77 more

Jay Hebert
Criminal Law Lawyer
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  • 2451 N. McMullen Booth Road, Suite 225, Clearwater, FL 33759

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Former State Prosecutor Serving Pinellas and Pasco Counties for over 30 years.

  • Criminal Law LawyersTraffic Violations, Criminal Defense, and 59 more

H. Alexander Truluck
Criminal Law Lawyer
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  • 13575 58th Street. N., Clearwater, FL 33760+3 locations

  • Law Firm with 12 lawyers

  • We have a team of professionals who work to provide quality representation for our clients in both criminal and civil cases ranging from personal injury claims to employment law... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, Drug Offenses, and 21 more

  • Free Consultation

  • 1811 N Belcher Rd, Clearwater, FL 33765+5 locations

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • Free same-day consultation—in our office, your home, hospital, or by phone! With 60+ years of experience, our Clearwater Personal Injury Lawyer and Board-Certified Civil Trial... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCar Accidents, Personal Injury, and 46 more

  • Free Consultation

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John Austin
Co-Founder
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  • 250 North Belcher Road, Suite 102, Clearwater, FL 33765+5 locations

  • Law Firm with 16 lawyers4 awards

  • Responsive, Caring and Aggressive Attorneys Fighting for the Injured, Defending the Accused. Since 1971 Floridians have relied on Carlson, Meissner, Hayslett to protect their... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury, Transportation Accidents, and 61 more

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James A. May, P.A.

5.0
135 Reviews
  • 15790 Roosevelt Blvd., Clearwater, FL 33760

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • As a criminal defense attorney for nearly 20 years, I have seen firsthand the fear and confusion people face when they have been arrested. That is why my law firm, James A. May,... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, Violent Crime, and 2 more

James May
Criminal Law Lawyer
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  • 1550 S. Highlands Avenue, Suite C, Clearwater, FL 33756+1 location

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers4 awards

  • Over 40 years of Strong Defense Over 40 years of Strong Results

  • Criminal Law LawyersDrunk Driving/DUI, Drug Charges, and 12 more

  • Free Consultation

  • 2360 Congress Ave, Clearwater, FL 33763+5 locations

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • Free Consultation Same Day in our office, your home, or hospital. 50 years of experience. Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyers. No fees or costs owed if no recovery. We help rebuild... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCar Accidents, Personal Injury, and 46 more

  • Free Consultation

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John C. Austin
Co-Founder
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  • 5560 Roosevelt Boulevard, Suite 3, Clearwater, FL 33760+5 locations

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers2 awards

  • Charged with a crime? Time is not on your side. Call for a Free Confidential Consultation.

  • Criminal Law LawyersDui/Dwi, Drug Crimes, and 20 more

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  • 1901 Ulmerton Rd Ste 435, Clearwater, FL 33762

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer

  • A law firm practicing criminal defense law.

  • Criminal Law LawyersDivorce & Separation, Criminal Defense

Christopher Yeazell
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Carey Leisure Carney

4.7
57 Reviews
  • 622 Bypass Drive, Suite 100, Clearwater, FL 33764+1 location

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers2 awards

  • At Carey Leisure & Neal, we put CARE first! Our firm has been serving Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando and Hillsborough countries for over 20 Years. We advocate for those injured... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury, Auto Negligence, and 27 more

  • Free Consultation

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  • 615 Turner Street, Clearwater, FL 33756-5314+1 location

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Brunvand Wise, P.A. has cultivated an outstanding reputation as a fierce defender of the accused.

  • Criminal Law LawyersFederal Practice, Felonies, and 9 more

  • Free Consultation

Bjorn Brunvand
Criminal Law Lawyer
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  • 800 North Belcher Road, Clearwater, FL 33765+15 locations

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers1 award

  • Aggressive attorneys that fight for you. Call us today for your FREE case evaluation. We can help. 866-967-6804

  • Criminal Law LawyersSpinal Cord Injuries, Brain Injury, and 237 more

Robert Gipe
Criminal Law Lawyer
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King Law Group

5.0
29 Reviews
  • 250 N Belcher Rd #102, Clearwater, FL 33765

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer

  • A law firm practicing criminal defense law.

  • Criminal Law LawyersDUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, and 2 more

Cameron King
Criminal Law Lawyer
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  • 3023 Eastland Boulevard, Suite 103, Clearwater, FL 33761

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers3 awards

  • We are Neal & Solevilla Personal Injury Lawyers, who redefine personal injury representation across the state of Florida. We fiercely represent individuals who have experienced... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury, Bicycle Accidents, and 12 more

  • Free Consultation

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  • 13575 58th Street North, Suite 170, Clearwater, FL 33760+1 location

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer

  • At Greater Tampa Law, P.L., clients can expect knowledgeable and responsive legal representation tailored to their unique needs. The firm is equipped to handle both clearly defined... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, Theft, and 19 more

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Jason Bard
Criminal Law Lawyer
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  • 1004 Drew Street, Clearwater, FL 33755

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers3 awards

  • A law firm practicing criminal defense law.

  • Criminal Law LawyersFamily Law, Divorce, and 33 more

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  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Divorce custody, visitation, criminal defense, personal injury

  • Criminal Law LawyersFamily Law, Divorce, and 8 more

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Barbara J. Pittman
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Murray Law Group

5.0
61 Reviews
  • Serving Clearwater, FL

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers2 awards

  • INSURANCE CLAIM LITIGATION IS WHAT WE DO.

  • Criminal Law LawyersInsurance Law, Hurricane Damage, and 30 more

  • Free Consultation

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David Murray
Attorney
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  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 17 lawyers2 awards

  • All Partners are Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyers and all are member of the Million Dollar Advocates Club

  • Criminal Law LawyersCivil Litigation, Products Liability, and 14 more

  • Free Consultation

Ronald Barcena Jr.
Criminal Law Lawyer
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  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • When you need Experience and Success, You can depend on us over 35 Years Experience.

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, White Collar Crimes, and 2 more

  • Free Consultation

Victor D. Martinez
Criminal Law Lawyer
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  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers1 award

  • Thompson Miller, P.A. provides effective legal counsel throughout Pinellas County. Located in St. Petersburg, our firm skillfully handles Business Law, Criminal Law and Personal... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersBusiness Law, Insurance Law, and 4 more

Todd B. Miller
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Burns, P.A.

5.0
1 Review
  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • An experienced and skillful appellate litigation attorney. Serving clients throughout Florida and Nationwide.

  • Criminal Law LawyersAppellate, Appellate Practice, and 3 more

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  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers4 awards

  • Over 40 years of Strong Defense Over 40 years of Strong Results

  • Criminal Law LawyersDrunk Driving/DUI, Drug Charges, and 12 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Serving Clearwater, FL

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers3 awards

  • Tampa FL divorce attorneys, family law and criminal defense lawyers.TRUSTED since 1997. Best representation for men women military. Se habla Español. A+BBB! Free consult to... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersDivorce, Military Divorce, and 43 more

  • Free Consultation

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Lynette Silon-Laguna
Owner/Managing Office Attorney
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Kohn Law

4.5
5 Reviews
  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • You Have Rights. We Protect Them. Defending Florida Citizens in cases of Nursing Home Abuse, Nursing Home Neglect, and Nursing Litigation.

  • Criminal Law LawyersFederal Practice, State Criminal Defense, and 10 more

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LeavenLaw

4.8
95 Reviews
  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 9 lawyers4 awards

  • LeavenLaw is a law firm that has prided itself on serving the Tampa Bay area's legal needs for three generations.

  • Criminal Law LawyersAsset Protection, Bankruptcy Law, and 58 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Offers Video

  • Serving Clearwater, FL and Pinellas County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 14 lawyers4 awards

  • Providing the excellence and care that you deserve. Call us today 727-382-6680

  • Criminal Law LawyersBusiness and Corporate, Business Agreements, and 97 more

  • Free Consultation

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Criminal defense lawyers represent individuals accused of committing crimes, ranging from minor offenses to serious felonies. They investigate the case, challenge evidence presented by the prosecution, negotiate plea bargains, and defend the client in court. Their primary duty is to protect the accused's constitutional rights and ensure a fair legal process.

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Commonly Asked Criminal Law Questions From Users Near You

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Would a 14 year old be able to be with an 18 year old without parent's consent?

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Answered by attorney Robert Jason De Groot (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at R. Jason de Groot, P.A.
Well, if you do not mind visiting him in prison I suppose it can work. You see, you do not have the capacity to consent to sex and will not have it until you are at least 16. So, if you intend to have sex with him, he can get into deep trouble and be sentenced to a potential 15 years in prison.
Well, if you do not mind visiting him in prison I suppose it can work. You see, you do not have the capacity to consent to sex and will not have it until you are at least 16. So, if you intend to have sex with him, he can get into deep trouble and be sentenced to a potential 15 years in prison.
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If the police find a gun with my finger prints, but the gun was not used in a crime can I be charged?

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Answered by attorney Terry Alan Nelson (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at Nelson & Lawless
Charged with what, if there is no crime? Are you a convicted felon, barred from possessing firearms? Then felon in possession is a felony.
Charged with what, if there is no crime? Are you a convicted felon, barred from possessing firearms? Then felon in possession is a felony.

Even though the wife's name is not on the title, is she half owner since she is married to him?

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Answered by attorney Robert Jason De Groot (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at R. Jason de Groot, P.A.
No, she is not half owner since she is marred to him. I would need to know more than you have provided.
No, she is not half owner since she is marred to him. I would need to know more than you have provided.