Criminal Law
Defense Lawyers in Florida
The law office of Chane & Eble, P.A., understands the stress that people undergo when interacting with the criminal justice system. With a combined 48 years of experience representing men, women and children accused of violating the criminal laws of the State of Florida, our attorneys provide the advice you need based on your individual circumstance to make sure your rights are protected and that you understand all of the options available to make the best decision regarding your case.
The following is a sample of the adult criminal and juvenile delinquency cases where Chane & Eble, P.A., have successfully represented the citizen accused:
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Our attorneys offer you aggressive, knowledgeable representation from our Dade City location. We practice throughout West Central Florida and encourage you to contact our office to discuss your criminal law case. Chane & Eble, P.A., takes cases in Pasco, Sumter, Hillsborough, and Hernando Counties.
Consequences of Criminal Charges
Many honest and hard-working people find themselves or their loved ones accused of violating criminal laws. Each year the Florida Legislature increases the criminal penalties for many offenses. Simple misunderstandings can have severe consequences that, in addition to loss of liberty, can result in loss of employment opportunities, educational opportunities, eligibility for military service, eligibility for government benefits, and immigration status. Many convictions have the consequence of interruption or loss of your driver’s license. Congress recently made changes in eligibility for government benefits, such as social security, disability, and veteren's benefits. These changes are interrupting or terminating law-abiding citizen's benefits due to outstanding warrants for long-past offenses. Too many citizens have listened to the misguided advice that a no contest plea and adjudication withheld in court will keep their record clean. These people later find out that this is the reason that a college or job application was denied, or the reason they were not allowed to coach their child’s recreational athletic team or accompany their son or daughter as a volunteer to a school function. Protecting our children from those who pose a risk to their safety and well-being should be a priority of our schools, community organizations and society. But, without a doubt, we live in a less-forgiving world and modern technology has made even the most minor transgressions of the criminal codes readily discoverable. The list of offenses where records can be sealed or expunged continues to shrink.
Extensive Experience, Aggressive Defense
Laurie R. Chane and William K.Eble, Sr. have extensive litigation experience in defense of criminal allegations. They understand and have proven that an “aggressive” defense frequently necessitates the ability to successfully prepare and present their client’s case in a jury trial; but often quick investigation and a full presentation of the facts and circumstances to the prosecutor can result in dismissal, or reduce the scope of liability before formal charges are filed on behalf of the State of Florida. Each case is unique and what worked in one case may not work in another. Awareness of your constitutional rights, investigation of the facts, and honest evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of the prosecution’s case will help you choose from the options available to best resolve your individual situation.
Free Initial Consultation
In addition to serious crimes involving repeat offenders, Chane & Eble, P.A., handles cases of domestic violence, DUI, drug offenses, prescription fraud, worthless checks, and misdemeanor and criminal traffic offenses where clients are involved with the legal system for the first time. For some it is the question of whether the use of deadly or non-deadly force was justified that brings them into the criminal justice system. At Chane & Eble, P.A., every accused citizen is treated with respect and the initial consultation in criminal cases is free.
At Chane & Eble, P.A. your inquiry will be promptly and personally addressed by phone and email by either Laurie R. Chane or William K. Eble, Sr. All of our clients meet with one of the partners in the firm who will personally handle the case from start to finish. When you retain Laurie R. Chane and William K. Eble, Sr., you will be able to see and speak with the lawyer you hired. Except for an unforseen emergency, the lawyer you paid for will be standing next to you in the courtroom when your case is called, unless you agree otherwise in advance.
Single Point of Contact for a Broad Range of Legal Problems
Too often the arrest of a spouse for domestic battery leads to civil domestic violence injunctions, dissolution of marriage proceedings and a custody or dependency case for parents. The arrest of a parent of minor children for DUI, abuse of narcotics or other criminal offenses frequently creates repercussions in all aspects of the client’s life. The partners at Chane & Eble, P.A. recognize that more often than not the arrest of an accused parent requires multiple appearances in front of the criminal court judge, the family law judge, the dependency judge and the civil injunction judge. Both Laurie R. Chane and William K. Eble, Sr. are knowledgeable, comfortable and capable of representing your legal problems in all of these proceedings. While some firms specialize in one area of the law, requiring you to hire multiple associates or law firms to address your legal needs, the attorney you hire at Chane & Eble, P.A. stands next to you and protects your rights in all related judicial forums.
Criminal Cases are Time Sensitive - Contact Chane & Eble, P.A. to Speak to an Attorney
Defense cases are very time-sensitive. You should consult an attorney as soon as possible to defend yourself against the allegations made against you. If you are charged with a DUI, remember that there are two distinct proceedings that you need to address. In addition to the relatively quick calendaring of the arraignment in the criminal case, you only have ten calendar days to demand a formal or informal administrative review hearing to contest the minimum six month administrative suspension of your driving privilege if you blew a .08 or higher on the breath test; or the minimum one year administrative suspension of your driving privilege if you refused the breath test and this is your first refusal. Even on a first offense, if you do not preserve and succeed in the administrative hearing, you will not be eligible for a hardship permit for a minimum of 30 days if you blew a .08 or higher, or 90 days if you refused the breath test. Multiple refusals or convictions cause longer periods of suspension and revocation that make you ineligible to lawfully operate a motor vehicle.
Discuss your available defenses to all criminal allegations with a compassionate legal representative today. We look forward to hearing from you.
