Debary Criminal Defense Firm
Fighting for Clients In Deland, Daytona Beach and Throughout Central Florida
If you are being investigated for a crime in or around Debary or have already been arrested, your first action should be to get in touch with a criminal defense lawyer. At Thompson Law, P.A. we have been serving individuals throughout Volusia County in these matters for more than a decade. Our criminal defense attorney in Debary is well-known and respected for his competent legal representation which includes extensive work as a trial attorney.
With offices in Deland and Daytona Beach, we’ve represented clients throughout Central Florida for over 18 years.
Being arrested or even accused of a crime can be a frightening experience. Depending on the circumstances, your freedom and future may be on the line – you could be facing a jail or prison sentence, expensive fines, and lengthy probation. You could lose your job, have your friendships compromised, and even your family may doubt you. All of this can be overwhelming. Putting a competent and proven professional defender on your side gives you the asset you need in this critical situation.
Thompson Law, P.A. provides personalized representation for any charges, whether misdemeanors or felonies.
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We are here to take your calls 24 hours a day 7 days a week and will respond promptly. Your initial consultation with our attorney is free of charge. That means you can discuss the specifics of your case directly with him to get the advice you need about where you stand, how the law impacts you, and your options in moving forward. Because our firm focuses primarily on criminal law, we have the up-to-date knowledge you need to understand your situation and what needs to be done in your defense.
Client-Focused. RESULT-DRIVEN.
Working Closely with You To Build a Strong Case
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All Charges Dismissed Domestic Battery
Client and his husband were involved in a verbal argument. The alleged victim contacted police against the claiming that he threw a glass of milk on him. Under the law, this is considered a battery. Attorney Thompson represented the Client on both the criminal case and the injunction and both were dismissed.
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All Charges Dismissed Domestic Violence
Client was texting a friend when her significant other tried to grab for her phone. When the client tried to pull away, the victim claimed that he was battered and the client was arrested and brought before DCF due a child being in the house. Attorney Matt Thompson wrote a letter to the State explaining the discrepancy in evidence and claimed that the client was in fact moving away from the victim and did not intentionally try to hit the victim. All charges against the client were dismissed.
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All Charges Dismissed Aggravated Battery on and Elderly Person
The Defendant and his wife allowed the wife’s elderly mother to come to their home and remove her personal items. During this time the mother began to yell obscenities and attacked E.B. Both parties tried to remove the mother from the home and prevent further physical violence. The mother contacted police and stated that she had been attacked. Attorney Thompson contacted the State Attorney’s Office and met with opposing counsel before charges were filed.
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Penalties Reduced Grand Theft, Fleeing, Possession of a Fictitious Driver’s License
Attorney Matt Thompson, through depositions and litigation was able to show that officers did not act according to the warrant by picking up the client immediately upon sight. The charge of Fleeing or Attempting to Elude Law Enforcement, which carries a mandatory felony conviction, was dismissed by the State and the client was offered probation and no felony conviction.
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Charges Reduced to Simple Assault Aggravated Assault with a Firearm
At the time these charges were filed, the State of Florida had a 3-year minimum mandatory for Aggravated Assault with a Firearm. Neighbors of the Client claimed that he pointed a shot gun at them and fired over their heads when they came onto his property. Police came out the following day and arrested the Client. Attorney Thompson found a CAD report where the police had investigated the crime the night of the incident and determined that there was insufficient evidence of the arrest. Attorney Thompson
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All Charges Reduced Aggravated Battery
Attorney Thompson conducted depositions on the alleged victim and third-party witness. Attorney Thompson was able to show that the victim was harassing the Defendant and was not being truthful to the police. Attorney Thompson filed Order to Show Cause against the third-party witness for avoiding subpoena for depositions.