Criminal Defense Attorney DeLand
Fighting for Clients in DeLand, Daytona Beach and Throughout Central Florida
If you are a resident of DeLand or the surrounding areas, and have been charged with a crime, Thompson Law, P.A. is your local solution for aggressive and passionate criminal defense.
With offices in DeLand and Daytona Beach, we’ve represented clients throughout Central Florida for over 20 years.
Attorney Matt Thompson is a lifelong resident of Florida, and his independent law firm, Thompson Law, P.A., is based in beautiful, historic DeLand, FL. Matt focuses on developing a thoughtful, committed, zealous approach to representing Florida residents involved in all varieties of criminal matters – ranging from drug possession and DUI, to juvenile defense and white collar criminal defense.
Why Should I Choose Matt Thompson as My Criminal Defense Attorney? Matt Knows Both Sides of the Law
As a former prosecutor with the State Attorney’s Office in DeLand, FL, Attorney Thompson has years of trial practice in cases focusing on charges such as DUI, marijuana and drug possession and/or trafficking, sex crimes, and homicide. Attorney Thompson now uses the skills honed during his years as a prosecutor as a solid foundation for his knowledge of both sides of the law in order to defend his clients with an attentive and uncompromising manner.
Whether you’ve been charged with misdemeanor marijuana possession, DUI, or a more serious felony offense, Matt will use his years of experience and knowledge of the Florida court system to defend your case.
A Free Legal Consultation Ensures You’re Making the Right Choice
Because he values the attorney-client relationship and feels that your needs are best served when you feel comfortable with your attorney, Matt offers a free legal consultation so you feel confident in Thompson Law, P.A.’s ability to fervently represent your interests prior to signing up as a client. Rest assured that anything discussed in this consultation will remain confidential, even if you decide not to pursue a relationship with the firm.
About the Firm
Thompson Law, P.A. is operated by Florida native, Matt Thompson, who was born and raised in Florida, and completed both his undergraduate and law school education at Florida’s top universities. Matt is a long-term resident of DeLand and concentrates his practice on representing the interests of citizens in DeLand, Daytona Beach, and nearby areas such as Sanford and Lake Mary.
Get to know the attorney behind the firm, longtime Florida lawyer, Matt Thompson.
Client-Focused. RESULT-DRIVEN.
Working Closely with You To Build a Strong Case
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Charge Reduced Felony Child Abuse
Attorney Thompson took over for the Defendant’s prior attorney who was unable to obtain an offer of anything other than a felony conviction. Attorney Thompson prepared a sworn Motion to Dismiss and was offered a misdemeanor with no probation or jail.
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No Charges Filed and Prevented Arrest Grand Theft
Client was caring for her special needs sister. While caring for her she received advice from bank personnel to place her sister’s Disability Checks into a bank account in the Client’s name to avoid other family members from stealing money. Once the family members discovered this they called the police to investigate the Client. Attorney Thompson put together documentation showing how the money was being spent and met with police to further explain the situation. The police determined that there was no
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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 Dismissed Sexual Battery & Domestic Battery
Mr. Thompson took depositions of the victim showing that the victim was not truthful with police when she provided her statement as to what happened. Confronted victim with social media posts, bank records, and telephone records to show that she was not in the places that she stated she was during the time the alleged crime took place. Case 1 was dismissed and the Defendant pled to Case 2 and received two (2) years of prison and credit for fifteen (15) months in prison.
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Deferred Prosecution Agreement Loitering and Prowling
Client became disoriented due to a medical condition and entered a car that did not belong to him, but looked just like his car. Attorney Thompson provided mitigation to the State concerning the Defendant’s medical issues and ensured the client would be offered a Deferred Prosecution Agreement by the State wherein all charges would be dismissed upon completion.
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All Charges Dismissed Battery
The Client was working as a part time substitute teacher to help generate income to help his sick child granddaughter. While working there were children acting up and he instructed the child to stay in his seat while the others went to recess. The child claimed that the client hit him and told administration. Attorney Thompson did a public records request to obtain reports from the Department of Children and Families and noticed serious discrepancies in the child’s story. Attorney Thompson was able to p