Criminal Defense Attorney Deltona
Fighting for Clients In Deland, Daytona Beach and Throughout Central Florida
Attorney Matt Thompson is a former Florida prosecutor and a longtime Volusia County lawyer. He's been practicing criminal defense under his own private firm since 2013, and he has the dedicated, aggressive approach (and the personalized attention) needed when you're charged with a felony or misdemeanor offense in Deltona, Florida.
Have you been charged with a crime in Central Florida? With offices conveniently located in DeLand and Daytona Beach, our team can defend you against your criminal charges.
To learn more about Matt Thompson's history as a Florida attorney and to get a glimpse of his vast legal experience in the Sunshine State, click here.
Since opening his own firm, Matt Thompson has helped numerous residents of Deltona and the surrounding areas with troubling, complicated issues involving an arrest or citation for a crime.
A Florida-Focused Criminal Defense Attorney for Misdemeanor and Felony Offenses
Matt Thompson knows the laws of Florida inside and out and works to steadfastly to resolve his clients' issues, all while protecting their rights and telling the whole story in front of a judge, courtroom or jury. Whether you're an adult facing a DUI, drug charge, or another serious criminal offense – or the parent of a juvenile that has committed a crime – attorney Matt Thompson has the attentive, available, and sound legal guidance you need in a very challenging time for yourself and your loved ones.
A Private Law Practice Affords You the Personal Attention Your Case Deserves
When you contact criminal attorney Matt Thompson, you will speak to him – not a receptionist or legal aid. From the get-go you will receive thoughtful, dependable advice from someone with an incredible track record for bringing light to situations that may otherwise cause great legal strife and much heartache.
Your Criminal Case Can't Wait - Call Attorney Matt Thompson Directly to Resolve Your Legal Woes
In cases of criminal offense (especially for traffic, DUI, and drug crimes or arrests) it's important to get to the heart of the issue quickly. The quicker you contact an attorney and tell your story to a qualified lawyer who can listen, dissect, and bring light to your case–the more likely important facts about the events surrounding your situation will not be lost with time.
Call Thompson Law today to get started: (386) 280-4977.
Client-Focused. RESULT-DRIVEN.
Working Closely with You To Build a Strong Case
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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.
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Charges Reduced Aggravated Battery on Law Enforcement Officer
Attorney Thompson provided the State with an extensive mitigation packet outlining the Defendant’s military service record and disability based on PTSD. Defendant was offered a minor jail sanction (60) days followed by probation in lieu of a 5-year minimum prison sentence as was originally offered by the State.
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No Criminal Charges Filed Public Assistance Fraud
Attorney Thompson and Client reviewed case and met with Department of Revenue investigators to explain the discrepancy. In doing so, the State determined that they would not seek criminal charges, but offered a repayment plan through non-judicial means.
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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 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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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.