Criminal & DUI Defense Attorney in Destin, Florida

Flaherty Defense Firm

4012 Commons Dr W Suite 104 Destin, Florida 32541 USA

 (850) 654-6097

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My name is Tim Flaherty and I am the principal attorney with the Flaherty Defense Firm.

My office is located in Destin, Florida and I focus exclusively on Criminal and DUI Defense.

I protect my clients rights with passion and purpose and have defended thousands of area residents on criminal charges ranging from simple misdemeanors to serious felonies.

As an experienced DUI and criminal defense lawyer, I negotiate with prosecutors, work to suppress illegally obtained evidence before a trial even begins and use my extensive courtroom experience to secure the very best outcome for your case.

And I handle each and every case personally - no paralegal or junior attorney will represent you.

I represent individuals in the following Counties and Cities in the Destin area.

Santa Rosa County
Okaloosa County
Escambia County
Walton County
Crestview
Destin
Eglin Afb
Fort Walton Beach
Defuniak Springs
Freeport
Santa Rosa Beach
Gulf Breeze
Mary Esther
Milton
Paxton
Navarre
Niceville
Santa Rosa Beach
Shalimar
Valparaiso

Year this Office was Established: 2010

Practice Areas

Additional Practice Areas: Sexual Battery; Child Molestation; Date Rape; Statutory Rape; Lewd or Lascivious Battery; Internet Sex Offenses; Lewd Conduct; Indecent Exposure; Failure to Register as a Sex Offender; Boating Under the Influence

Practice Areas Description

Our Destin, Florida criminal defense lawyer handles all types of state criminal offense cases including but not limited to the following:

Destin, Florida DUI (Drunk Driving)

A DUI arrest doesn’t have to mean a conviction. There are many legal strategies that exist to counter a DUI charge. When you come in for a free consultation about your DUI charge, you will receive honest advice about your case. We will aid you in making informed decisions and do everything in our power to protect your rights and prevent a conviction.

Destin, Florida Domestic Violence

Depending on the facts, the Fort Walton Beach, Crestview and Destin domestic violence defense attorney at our firm can negotiate with the prosecutor to get your charges dismissed or reduced. If your best interests include a trial, we will vigorously defend you in court. We will do everything we can to keep you out of jail and keep a conviction off your record. We keep you up to date with the progress of your case and clearly explain your options so that you can make an informed decision every step of the way.

Destin, Florida Assault/Battery

Legal definitions of “assault” and “battery” differ from state to state. In Florida, an assault is when you threaten to hit or harm someone. Battery is committed when you actually do hit or harm someone. If you are charged with either of these crimes in or around the Fort Walton Beach, Crestview and Destin areas, our firm can defend you with passion and purpose. We have experience with both types of cases and will diligently protect your presumption of innocence, doing whatever it takes to defend you against the charges.

Destin, Florida Drug Charges

Our Fort Walton drug crimes defense attorney has dedicated his career to protecting clients outside the courtroom and fighting for them inside it. He is an especially vigilant advocate for your rights when you’re accused of a drug crime in Florida, because simply possessing certain amounts of controlled substances can constitute “trafficking” and the penalties can be extremely severe, including minimum mandatory prison sentences. You do not want to go to prison and a felony on your permanent record can create many unwanted problems. We can help you avoid both.


Destin, Florida Sex Charges

Not many charges have a worse social stigma than criminal sexual conduct charges. An accusation alone can ruin your reputation and destroy your family. If found guilty, you will face a lengthy mandatory prison sentence and you will have to register as a sex offender when you are released. At our criminal defense firm, we know what it takes to prepare the best possible defense to these charges. Our Fort Walton Beach, Crestview and Destin sex crimes defense attorney will not only review all of the evidence, but will interview and challenge the testimony’s of the alleged victim and other witnesses for the prosecution. If negotiation is the best option, we will work to negotiate the most favorable agreement. If necessary, we will proceed to trail to produce the best results. In some cases, it is even possible to avoid being designated a sexual offender or predator.

Destin, Florida Theft/ Burglary/ Robbery

The legal process can be confusing and intimidating if you are accused of theft, burglary, or robbery. If you fail to defend yourself effectively in court, you could face serious penalties including lengthy prison sentences. You need a lawyer that will inform you of what charges and penalties you are facing , what you should expect from the system, and what your options are. You need a criminal defense attorney you can trust. Our Fort Walton Beach theft/ burglary/ robbery defense lawyer provides this service for all prospective clients.

Destin, Florida Record Sealing/ Expungements

Record sealing or expungement is a civil legal action in which you petition the court to have your criminal records sealed or removed form view or access by others. If you or someone you know needs assistance with getting a criminal record sealed or expunged in or around the Fort Walton Beach are, we can help! We offer a free initial consultaion in which we can determine your eligibility for an expungement and advise you of your legal options in regards to this action.

Destin, Florida BUI (Boating Under the Influence)

Florida is a boater’s paradise with over 1200 miles of beaches. But beware. Boating with the smell of alcohol on your breath can land you in jail. As with driving under the influence (DUI), boating under the influence (BUI) is a serious crime in the Sunshine State. The Coast Guard, city police or Fish and Wildlife officers all have the authority to make BUI arrests. If you are someone you know has been arrested or charged with BUI in or around the Fort Walton Beach area, our criminal defense attorney is skilled and knowledgeable in defending cases of BUI and will provide aggressive and thorough representation on your behalf, both in and out of court.

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