Hanlon Law

People accused of crimes often worry that they will inevitably be convicted, but there are numerous steps between a charge and a guilty verdict, and many defendants can avoid convictions. Determining what defenses are available and the best manner to proceed in criminal matters can be complicated, though, and it is prudent for people charged with crimes to retain an experienced attorney. If you are the subject of a criminal investigation or were charged with a crime, the assertive Tampa criminal defense lawyers of Hanlon Law can assist you in developing a strategy designed to help you seek a favorable result. We frequently defend people charged with drug offenses, sex crimes, violent crimes, and theft in Tampa and other cities throughout Florida. In criminal cases, the prosecution bears the burden of proof. In other words, it must establish each element of the charged offense beyond a reasonable doubt, and if it cannot, the fact finder should determine the defendant is not guilty. The prosecution cannot compel a defendant to testify or make statements that could be used against them, as the Fifth Amendment of the United States Constitution protects people from self-incrimination. Criminal defendants have the right to offer a defense, but they are not obligated to do so. We serve clients throughout Florida including those in the following localities: Hernando County including Spring Hill; Hillsborough County including Brandon, Riverview, and Tampa; Pinellas County including Clearwater, Largo, Palm Harbor, Pinellas Park, Seminole, and St. Petersburg; and Pasco County including Dade City, Hudson, and New Port Richey.