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Cocoa Beach Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

The Pendas Law Firm

3.7
66 Reviews

  • Serving Cocoa Beach, FL and Brevard County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 6 lawyers2 awards

  • Delivers solutions with auto accidents, medical malpractice, product liability, insurance claims, wrongful death and whistleblower claims. Our Vision: For our clients to have a... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury, Automobile Accidents, and 39 more

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Danilo Carino
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Tucker Mitnik P.A.

4.9
275 Reviews

  • Serving Cocoa Beach, FL and Brevard County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers3 awards

  • Experienced Melbourne matrimonial lawyers at Tucker Mitnik, P.A. develop an effective legal strategy and work hard to ensure a positive outcome for your case. Call us today!

  • Criminal Law LawyersFamily Law, Divorce, and 204 more

Timi Tucker
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Alpizar Law, LLC

4.9
24 Reviews

  • Serving Cocoa Beach, FL and Brevard County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers2 awards

  • “ No Recovery – No Fee”

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury and Wrongful Death, Trials and Appeals in all State and Federal Courts, and 14 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Offers Video

Alexa Moia
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Dan Newlin Injury Attorneys

4.8
548 Reviews

  • Serving Cocoa Beach, FL and Brevard County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 20 lawyers3 awards

  • Commited to Excellence

  • Criminal Law LawyersLiability Insurance Defense, Medical Malpractice Defense, and 11 more

  • Free Consultation

Lance Weber
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Collins Brown Barkett, Chartered

4.6
118 Reviews

  • Serving Cocoa Beach, FL and Brevard County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 14 lawyers3 awards

  • Collins Brown Barkett, Chartered provides effective legal counsel throughout the Treasure Coast area. Located in Vero Beach, our firm handles Real Estate, Family Law, Child... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersReal Estate, Real Property Development, and 38 more

Gregg M. Casalino
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Musca Law

4.3
56 Reviews

  • Serving Cocoa Beach, FL and Brevard County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 35 lawyers1 award

  • Criminal Defense and DUI

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal DUI-DWI Drunk Driving, Criminal Defense, and 49 more

John Patrick Musca
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Gutin & Wolverton

4.7
85 Reviews

  • Serving Cocoa Beach, FL and Brevard County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • If you're charged with a crime - We can defend you.

  • Criminal Law LawyersFelonies, Juvenile, and 91 more

Harley Gutin
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Dial/Klein, PLLC

5.0
32 Reviews

  • Serving Cocoa Beach, FL and Brevard County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers3 awards

  • Dial/Klein, PLLC is a local, community based law firm that practices in the areas of personal injury involving automobile accidents, motorcycle accidents, and premises liability.... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury, Car Accidents, and 14 more

Paiton Mizelle Esq.
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Norden Leacox Accident & Injury Law

5.0
48 Reviews

  • Serving Cocoa Beach, FL and Brevard County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers2 awards

  • HELPING THE INJURED OBTAIN JUSTICE. Our experienced Orlando injury lawyers handle cases for victims wrongfully injured by the negligence of others. Let us fight for you and your... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury, Boat Accidents, and 33 more

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Lori Padilla Esq.
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Deana Bell, PA

5.0
3 Reviews

  • Serving Cocoa Beach, FL and Brevard County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Handling your life matters compassionately and effectively. Call today for a Free Initial Consultation--321-294-4452

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense for DUI, Traffic Offences, and 42 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Offers Video

Deana Bell
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Bogin, Munns & Munns, P.A.

4.3
112 Reviews

  • Serving Cocoa Beach, FL and Brevard County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 37 lawyers2 awards

  • Personal Injury, Commercial Litigation, Labor & Employment, Real Estate; Serving Central Florida for over 40 years.

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury, Bicycle Accidents, and 116 more

Matthew S. Boomershine
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Mitchell Law Firm

4.6
33 Reviews

  • Serving Cocoa Beach, FL and Brevard County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • “The most important function of an attorney is to help you solve your legal problems”

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury, Civil Practice, and 12 more

  • Free Consultation

Joe Martin Mitchell III
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The Law Office of Tony Hernandez III, Esq.

  • 503 N. Orlando Avenue, Suite 106, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

Jason Hicks Law Firm

  • 104 N. Orlando Ave., Suite 201, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

Dan Phillips Law, P.A.

  • 2023 N. Atlantic Ave., Ste. 268, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

Gordon & Cornell

  • 257 N. Orlando Ave., Cocoa Beach, FL 32931-2916

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Criminal defense lawyers represent individuals accused of committing crimes, ranging from minor offenses to serious felonies. They investigate the case, challenge evidence presented by the prosecution, negotiate plea bargains, and defend the client in court. Their primary duty is to protect the accused's constitutional rights and ensure a fair legal process.

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Commonly Asked Criminal Law Questions From Users Near You

This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

My daughter call the police because his boyfriend was grabbing her by the hair, she pushed him back in self defense and called the police.

Diane Buerger
Answered by attorney Diane Buerger
Criminal Law lawyer at The Buerger Law Firm, P.A.
It is impossible to predict whether your daughter will be convicted of a crime based on the information you provided.  If your daughter pushed her boyfriend strictly to keep him from attacking her (e.g., pulling her hair), that would constitute self-defense.  However, there are restrictions on what can be done -- that is, to what extent -- in self-defense.  So it would appear that your daughter may have a self-defense claim -- but that does not mean she would win if the case proceeds to trial -- since her version of what happened does not match the boyfriend's version.  It appears the boyfriend's version would be in opposition to a claim of self-defense -- since he is claiming he never touched her.  Thus, if the case were to proceed to trial,  and if the judge or jury (depending which hears the case) finds it was legal self-defense, she should be acquitted.  However, if the judge or jury believes the boyfriend's story, she could be convicted.  There also are other ways, short of proceeding to trial, to try to resolve the case.  Any attorney you retain should be able to discuss what, if any, possibilities exist for deferred prosecution -- or the potential and ramifications of a plea bargain. 
It is impossible to predict whether your daughter will be convicted of a crime based on the information you provided.  If your daughter pushed her boyfriend strictly to keep him from attacking her (e.g., pulling her hair), that would constitute self-defense.  However, there are restrictions on what can be done -- that is, to what extent -- in self-defense.  So it would appear that your daughter may have a self-defense claim -- but that does not mean she would win if the case proceeds to trial -- since her version of what happened does not match the boyfriend's version.  It appears the boyfriend's version would be in opposition to a claim of self-defense -- since he is claiming he never touched her.  Thus, if the case were to proceed to trial,  and if the judge or jury (depending which hears the case) finds it was legal self-defense, she should be acquitted.  However, if the judge or jury believes the boyfriend's story, she could be convicted.  There also are other ways, short of proceeding to trial, to try to resolve the case.  Any attorney you retain should be able to discuss what, if any, possibilities exist for deferred prosecution -- or the potential and ramifications of a plea bargain. 
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What does it mean if a criminal case is closed?

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Answered by attorney John F Brennan (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at Musilli Brennan Associates, PLLC
It would have to examine the file to determine when it was closed, if it was before trial or plea it is generally indicative there is no PRESENT intent to continue the prosecution.
It would have to examine the file to determine when it was closed, if it was before trial or plea it is generally indicative there is no PRESENT intent to continue the prosecution.
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What does it mean if you plead no contest?

Nathaniel D Shafer
Answered by attorney Nathaniel D Shafer
Criminal Law lawyer at Natty Shafer Law
For most purposes, a no contest plea is the same as a guilty plea. It will show up on a criminal record. Legally speaking it means you are saying that if the prosecutor were to bring the case to trial, you would be found guilty, but you are not admitting you are guilty.
For most purposes, a no contest plea is the same as a guilty plea. It will show up on a criminal record. Legally speaking it means you are saying that if the prosecutor were to bring the case to trial, you would be found guilty, but you are not admitting you are guilty.
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