Deland Criminal Defense Firm
Thompson Law, P.A. is proud to serve individuals and their families in and around Deland, FL in both criminal defense and personal injury representation. We understand the stress and uncertainty that these types of legal challenges can bring to both you and your family. When facing any legal matter, it is essential that you understand your rights, the laws that will impact your case, and your options in surmounting the road ahead.
Our firm can provide reliable and proven legal help, as attested to by our many former clients and the legal industry awards we have earned. We are prepared to protect your rights and pursue your best interests whether through negotiations or at trial. Our Deland attorney has extensive experience standing up for clients before judges and juries with well-prepared and aggressive legal strategies.
Our firm provides the following services in Deland:
No case is too difficult or complex for Thompson Law, P.A. For over 18 years, we have defended clients on charges ranging from trespassing to arson, robbery, drug crimes, domestic violence, assault, aggravated assault, and more. In traffic accident injury cases, we can take on insurance companies that want to get away with quick settlements that are far below what your claim is worth.
We suggest that you get the advice and guidance you need by contacting us for a free initial consultation. Find out more about the legal aspects of your case, the laws impacting it, available options, and our recommendations for meeting the challenges you face. We are here 24/7 for calls to answer your questions and address your concerns. Get the personalized help and support you need at this critical time.
Client-Focused. RESULT-DRIVEN.
Working Closely with You To Build a Strong Case
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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 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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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 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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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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Charges Reduced, Guidelines Waived, No Probation Failure to Register as a Career Criminal
The Client was arrested out of State for a warrant for failure to register as a career criminal. This violated his probation out of Miami-Dade County, Florida. Attorney Thompson was able to track the Client’s addresses and discovered that his landlord at the time lied to his probation officer about his renting an apartment because the landlord was not zoned to allow tenants. The State agreed to a time-served sentence for the time he spent in custody being transported to Florida.