Misdemeanors

Stuart Misdemeanor Attorneys

Fighting to Clear Your Name from the Criminal Justice System

Don’t make the mistake of believing your misdemeanor charges are meaningless. Far too many defendants fail to treat their accusations seriously because they falsely assume that misdemeanor charges are no big deal. That perception could not be further from the truth.

A conviction for a misdemeanor offense could land you in jail, subject you to steep fines, and result in a criminal record. Thus, passing background checks for jobs, housing, loans, and higher education will be difficult due to your criminal record. Not to mention, the stigma of being a convicted offender can haunt you for life, long after you served your time. That’s why you can count on our Stuart misdemeanor lawyers at ADL Law, P.A. to fight day and night to reduce or dismiss your accusations. We are deeply aware of what’s at stake in your life, which is why you can count on us to fiercely defend your misdemeanor charges, no matter what you’re up against.

Contact us at (772) 280-5052 to discuss your situation during a confidential consultation.

Misdemeanor Charges & Penalties

To better understand the magnitude of your charges, it will benefit you to review examples of misdemeanor crimes below, with the assumption that they are first-time offenses:

  • Petty theft
  • Shoplifting
  • DUI
  • Driving while license suspended
  • Reckless driving
  • Loitering
  • Trespassing
  • Public intoxication
  • Giving alcohol to a minor
  • Battery
  • Disorderly conduct
  • Trespassing
  • Vandalism
  • Possession of marijuana (less than 20 grams)
  • Prostitution

Misdemeanor accusations can be in the first or second degree. First-degree misdemeanors are more serious than second-degree misdemeanors, however, both charges carry detrimental consequences, such as:

  • First-degree misdemeanor: $1,000 fines and up to 1 year in prison
  • Second-degree misdemeanor: $500 fines and up to 60 days in prison

In addition, you may be required to pay restitution to victims, fulfill community service hours, attend counseling and treatment, and serve probation.

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