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 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.
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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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All Charges Dismissed Racing on the Highway
Client was arrested after leaving a car show in a fast vehicle. Officers suspected the client of racing another vehicle and police officers pulled him over, drug him out of his vehicle, and arrested him for both racing on the highway and resisting an officer without violence. Upon review of the body camera video, Attorney Matt Thompson raised an excessive use of force complaint against the arresting officer. All charges against the client were dismissed.
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All Charges Reduced Aggravated Assault with a Firearm
Client was accused of shooting a shotgun over the head of two minors. Attorney Thompson did a public records request to discover that officers reported to the scene of the crime the night of the incident and spoke to the victims on the evening the alleged crime occurred and believed the victims to be intoxicated and unreliable. Attorney Thompson conducted depositions of the officers and ultimately all charges were reduced to a misdemeanor and no incarceration.
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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 Dismissed Resisting an Officer Without Violence
The Client was attending a wedding and stayed in a hotel after the reception. Someone called the police regarding a noise complaint. When the police arrived, the Client would not allow the police to enter his hotel room. The police forced entry and arrested the Client for Resisting and Officer Without Violence. Attorney Thompson provided case law to the State that shows that the police officer did not have the right to enter the hotel room and arrest the Client.