Miami and Orlando Criminal Lawyer

Seltzer Law, PA

1200 Brickell Avenue
Suite 1440
Miami, Florida 33131
USA

(305) 444-1565 or (888) 843-3333

www.seltzerlaw.com

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Seltzer Law, PA is recognized as a high quality defense law firm in Miami and Orlando, Florida. We offer the highest quality legal representation in a wide range of criminal charges, both in state and federal court, throughout the Miami area. As a former prosecutor, Attorney David S. Seltzer has a deep insight into the criminal justice system and how to navigate every aspect of the process for the benefit of the individual facing charges. Our firm has an AVVO Excellent rating, has achieved many notable victories, and our Mr. Seltzer has been listed as a Super Lawyer Rising Star.

When we take on a client, we are available to them 24/7. They have our personal cell phone numbers, and we don't have an answering service - we believe that you deserve the full focus and commitment from our firm throughout the process. Your case is not "just a case" - you have rights and we are zealously advocates for those who need the most - people like you, who are caught in the criminal justice system and facing charges. We urge you to contact our Miami criminal defense attorney and former Miami-Dade Cyber Crime Prosecutor as early as possible after your arrest, or when you discover you are under investigation in a criminal case.

Our mission is to provide you with the level of defense counsel you truly deserve. Your freedoms and rights are of utmost concern to our entire legal team, and we know exactly how important it is to you and your family that you have legal representation that knows how to defense a case in court. There is no question that the quality of your defense counsel can significantly influence the outcome of your case. Our firm is dedicated to identifying the best course of action and strategy to employ in defending against the charges you are facing. We invite you to contact us and discuss your case. We believe that our approach is what you need when you are accused of crime and need to have confidence that your attorney will do everything possible to fight for you.

Year this Office was Established: 2008

Practice Areas

Additional Practice Areas: Tax Evasion; Criminal Mischief; Stolen Property; Disorderly Conduct; Driving while License Suspended; Health Care Fraud; Probation Violations; Firearm Charges; Federal Crimes.

Practice Areas Description

Our practice areas include:

- Assault
If you are accused of assault, you could be facing either misdemeanor or felony charges. This is one of the most commonly filed criminal offenses, and can be the result of an accusation from another person that is exaggerated, untrue, or there were mitigating circumstances.

- Tax Evasion
It is a serious matter if you are facing federal tax evasion charges. The federal government comes down heavily on those that they believe are failing to be honest with regard to their income, assets or other tax related issues. These legal problems must be addressed with the highest level of skill.

- Battery
If you are accused of battery, you could be dealing with either misdemeanor or felony charges. The penalties range from a potential of 1 year in jail and a $1,000 fine through to up to 15 years in state prison and a fine of up to $10,000. How your case is defended can have a significant impact on whether you are found not guilty, have a reduced charge, or even have your case fully dismissed.

- Burglary
Charges of burglary can be filed in a situation in which an individual entered any structure with the intention of commitment a crime. The pivotal point of any case of burglary is for the prosecutor to prove (beyond a reasonable doubt) that there was a criminal intent.

- Credit Card Fraud
There is great attention by both state and federal task forces to identify and charge those involved in the illegal use of credit cards. These cases include defrauding a corporation, business or another individual through using their credit card without permission, or accusations involving getting credit cards illegally, such as false names, false information on applications and other acts.

- Criminal Mischief
Charges of criminal mischief are filed when it is believed that a person intentionally damaged the property of another person. The charge can be filed as either a misdemeanor or a felony, based upon the cost of the damage in the case.

- Stolen Property
If you are accused of possessing stolen property, you could face some very serious legal repercussions. If the prosecutor successfully presents a case that you "reasonably should know" that the property was stolen before you came into possession of it, you can face a long prison sentence in many cases.

- Disorderly Conduct
When law enforcement is looking for a "catch-all" crime, disorderly conduct often serves. The charge can be filed for a wide range of actions, and are based upon the effect the actions had on other people, either by offending them, disturbing them, or even "corrupting the public morals".

- DUI
Florida state lawmakers have passed statutes that heavily punish those who are convicted of DUI offenses, whether involving alcohol or drug intoxication. A conviction can lead to expensive fines, community service, probation for up to a year, jail time that can range from 8 hours to six months, as well as vehicle impoundment and driver's license revocation.

- Driving while License Suspended
If you are caught operating a vehicle while your license is suspended, has been revoked, cancelled or has been disqualified, the repercussions can be very serious. For certain offenses, the charge can be a felony, while in others it could be a minor legal matter that will create difficulties and trouble for you that must be carefully managed by a skilled attorney.

- Drug Charges
Controlled substances including marijuana, methamphetamines, ecstasy, heroin, cocaine, as well as illegal prescription drugs are the subject of a wide variety of federal and state drug crimes charges. From misdemeanor marijuana possession to federal drug importation charges, the firm has the experience you need to fight back.

- False & Fraudulent Insurance
Whether it is car, home, life or other insurance, making fraudulent statements on applications or to an insurance company is illegal. These cases can range from accusations about staged auto accidents, to Medicare fraud, through to other types of insurance fraud.

- Health Care Fraud
You can be charged with health care fraud for false billings and other activities including working with a person with insurance to allow multiple billings and filing fraudulent claims for financial gain. These cases are usually filed in federal court, and have very serious penalties in a conviction.

- Immigration
Throughout the Miami area, immigration legal issues continue to plague innocent people who are just trying to live their lives. Violations of federal immigration law can lead to deportation and removal as well as breaking apart families. If you are seeking a visa or have another legal issue involving the USCIS or ICE, our firm can help.

- Computer Crimes
Whether you are facing charges of hacking, cracking, or engaging in illegal activities with the use of a computer, smart phone or other electronic device, the penalties imposed in a conviction can be very severe. There is a huge increase in federal and state task forces that are focused on identifying those involved in cyber crime.

- Probation Violations
When you have probation as part of a sentence, it is expected that you will carefully adhere to all the terms. If you fail to do so, either by not paying a fine in a timely manner, not attending mandated treatment classes, fail to report to a probation officer, or being charged with another offense, you could face serious repercussions including immediate incarceration.

- Prostitution
The penalties for prostitution can range from being put on probation to several years in prison, based upon the details in the case. There are also fines, mandatory intervention and court-ordered substance abuse treatments in many cases.

- Robbery
Under state law, you do not have the right to take something from another person against their will. Robbery involves taking money or possessions from another person, and includes the intent to permanently or temporarily deprive that individual of their property. The crime also includes the use of force or the threat of harm.

- Sexual Battery
There are few charges that can destroy your personal and professional reputation more quickly than criminal accusations of a sexual crime. Sexual battery is a serious felony offense and carries heavy penalties in a conviction.

- Theft
Whether you are facing charges of shoplifting, credit card fraud, embezzlement, robbery, dishonest investment schemes, insurance fraud or other theft related crime, you need to take action to defend against charges in court. The penalties will vary, based upon value of the goods involved, and whether the charges were filed in state or federal court.

- Weapons and Firearm Charges
The state of Florida has some of the heaviest punishments for weapons and firearm charges in the country. Charges range from possession of a firearm without a license, a felon in possession of a weapon, carrying a concealed weapon, or acts involved in buying, selling or modifying guns, among others.

- Aggravated Battery
A felony charge of aggravated battery could be filed in cases in which there was use of a deadly weapon, when a pregnant woman was the alleged victim, or in cases in which intentionally touching another person has lead to permanent disfigurement, disability or severe bodily harm.

- Arson
If you are accused of damaging property by setting a fire or an explosion either willfully or during the commission of another felony offense, you could be facing charges of arson. Arson can be filed either in state or federal court, depending upon the location of the fire or explosion. If someone was injured in the incident, the situation can be even more dangerous legally.

- Murder (Homicide)
The taking of the life of another person is one of the most serious of all criminal charges. Homicide or murder, or attempted murder, are all felony accusations that can carry penalties that range into decades in state prison. For capital murder charges, the threat of execution is very real.

- Federal Crimes
It is extremely dangerous to be facing charges in federal court. Generally, the penalties imposed at the federal level are much more severe than state penalties, and the court system is a completely separate system that is manned up by some of the top career prosecutors in the country.

- Juvenile Crimes
Unmarried people under the age of 18 that are facing criminal charges could be dealing with a legal problem either in juvenile or adult court, based upon the severity of the crime. Whenever possible, keeping the case in juvenile court is advantageous, as the penalties are less severe, and the focus is on rehabilitation more than punishment.