Naples Criminal Defense Lawyer

Being arrested and charged with a crime can be among the most stressful experiences in your life. Penalties for crimes in Florida can be severe, with many convicted individuals losing their rights and freedom. Those convicted of felonies can even experience damaging consequences long after serving their sentence.

If you have been arrested for a crime in Naples, Florida, the stakes are too high to face your charges alone. Attorney Robert H. Hanaford is an experienced criminal defense attorney committed to defending his client’s rights in Naples and the neighboring areas. Attorney Hanaford will get to know you and every detail of your case to craft the best defense possible for your unique circumstances.

• Penalties for Criminal Convictions in Florida

  Depending on the charges you face, the penalties for a conviction could be severe. Some penalties convicted individuals face in Florida include:

  • Hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines
  • Suspension of your driver’s license
  • Anywhere from days to a lifetime behind bars
  • Probation
  • Mandatory education and rehabilitation programs
  • Community service
  • The death penalty

  If you face felony charges, you may continue to face the consequences long after your initial sentence is served. In Florida, some convicted felons cannot vote or own a firearm. Additionally, many convicted felons have difficulty finding employment, housing, and maintaining their reputation and relationships for the rest of their lives. If you have been charged with a criminal offense in Naples, the stakes are too high to go without an experienced lawyer that will fight tooth and nail for your rights and interests.

• Possible Defenses Against a Florida DUI Charge

  Driving Under the Influence of drugs or alcohol (DUI) is one of Florida’s most common criminal offenses. Depending on the severity of the DUI, a conviction could carry harsh penalties and even be charged as a felony if someone was injured or killed. Our skilled criminal defense attorney is adept at employing a wide range of defense strategies he has developed over his 38-year career. He will conduct a thorough investigation into your case to determine which strategy fits your unique needs. Some possible strategies to fight a Florida DUI include:

  • The breathalyzer malfunctioned or produced inaccurate results
  • The officer was not adequately trained to administer the field sobriety test
  • You were stopped and arrested unlawfully
  • The arresting officers were guilty of misconduct
  • You were not the one driving the vehicle
  • The prosecutor does not have sufficient evidence to convict you

  Breathalyzers and field sobriety tests often malfunction or produce inaccurate results due to improper police training or poor maintenance. Attorney Hanaford has received police training on administering field sobriety tests and uses this knowledge to defend his client’s rights in Naples and the neighboring areas.

• How a Naples Criminal Defense Attorney Can Help You

  Navigating Florida’s criminal justice system can be overwhelming without an experienced criminal defense attorney in your corner. When you partner with Robert, you can have peace of mind that he will research the facts, analyze the case against you, and exercise his negotiation skills to work with the prosecutor and mitigate the impact of your charges. Some ways he can help your case include:

  • Interviewing witnesses
  • Helping you formulate a plea
  • Conducting a full investigation into the prosecutor’s case
  • Evaluating potential penalties
  • Gathering evidence
  • Advocating for your rights and answering your questions through every step of the process

  Our criminal defense attorney is committed to treating every client like a friend and can be a pillar of support during this challenging, confusing, and emotional time.