Miami Criminal Defense Lawyer

Other Criminal Offenses & Areas of Practice

As an experienced trial attorney and former prosecutor, Miami criminal defense lawyer Michael Mirer handles a broad range of criminal offenses and other areas of practice for clients throughout Miami and the surrounding areas in South Florida. Some of our firms other areas of practice in regard to Florida criminal defense include, but are not limited to:

Criminal Appeals
If you were falsely accused of a crime, you could have the option to appeal your verdict in a higher court. Although many attorneys choose to opt out of handling these types of cases, we understand that many people have not received justice from the court system and need another chance. Read more on criminal appeals.

Criminal Mischief
Criminal mischief refers to actions that deliberately cause harm to the property of another. This could include activities such as graffiti and vandalism. This is widely a juvenile crime which means the case could be charged in a different court. Read more on criminal mischief.

Disorderly Conduct
Sometimes there is not much difference between freedom of speech and criminal activity. If the conduct involves a breach of the peace or causes offense to those around, it will probably be labeled as disorderly conduct. Read more on disorderly conduct.

Extraditions
This process refers to a defendant being handed over from one state's authorities to another state. One example of this happening would be if an individual is arrested in one state but has charges in another state. Read more on extraditions.

Fleeing and Eluding
Fleeing and eluding is classified as a felony offense in Florida and can lead to a minimum of three years in prison. If you did not stop when a law enforcement officer signaled you to do so, you could be facing a third degree felony conviction. Read more on fleeing and eluding.

Forfeitures
In some situations, government authorities have the right to confiscate money and property. Asset forfeiture can have severe effects on the defendant as it can harm their ability to retain a legal representative to defend themselves. Read more on forfeitures.

Hate Crimes
A hate crime is a crime of violence that is against a person of a different race, nationality, sexual orientation, disability, or religion. Hate in and of itself is not a crime, but if this hate leads to violence, then it becomes a problem. Read more on hate crimes.

Juvenile Offenses
If a member of your family has been accused of a juvenile crime, it can be difficult to know where to turn to for help. A conviction can greatly hinder their future both for a career and for education. Curfew violations, underage drinking and driving, and drug crimes are some of the violations that could be charged as a juvenile crime. Read more on juvenile offenses.

Obstruction of Justice
If you were accused of hindering authorities in their investigation, you could be charged with obstruction of justice. More specific examples of this include resisting arrest, changing or withholding evidence, and fleeing and eluding. Read more on obstruction of justice.

Probation Violations
If you are convicted of a probation violation, you could be forced to spend the remainder of your sentence behind bars. Sometimes individuals violate the terms of their probation without knowing. Examples include: failure to report to a probation officer, associating with known criminals, or failure to appear in court. Read more on probation violations.

Reckless Driving
Driving with reckless disregard to the safety of others on the road is known as reckless driving. This could be classified as either a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the circumstances. If anyone was injured or there was any property damage, you could be facing serious penalties. Read more on reckless driving.

Resisting Arrest
Any offense where you resist or hinder a law enforcement officer in their attempt to arrest someone could result in a resisting arrest conviction. If any violence or injury resulted from the incident, you could be facing up to five years in state prison as well as fines of $5,000. Read more on resisting arrest.

Restraining Orders
A restraining order can be taken out on someone who was stalking or harassing another individual. This order prevents them from contacting the individual. This is common in domestic violence cases in order to protect the family. Read more on restraining orders.

If you would like more information regarding any of these or are interested in learning more about your particular legal rights and options in regard to your case, please contact our firm today. Your initial consultation with Miami criminal attorney Michael Mirer is free, and he will take the time to talk to you about what you are going through and how he can help. Mr. Mirer has over 10 years of experience as a trial attorney to dedicate to your case, and he will be able to guide you through the legal process efficiently and while keeping you well-informed of what's going on.

Acting as quickly as you can to involve a criminal defense lawyer is highly advisable in the face of any legal matter. Attempting to deal with these matters on your own can be overwhelming, and the truth of the matter is that a legal professional will have the specific knowledge and experience to properly address the matter while protecting your interests.

For help with your legal situation, contact a Miami criminal defense attorney from our firm today!