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    • Kenneth E. RhodenKenneth E. Rhoden – Mr. Rhoden has been an attorney practicing in Brevard County since 1986. He has litigated many serious cases including complex divorces and death penalty cases.
    • Michael J. KelleyMichael J. Kelley – Mr. Kelley is an experienced trial attorney with a strong emphasis on Criminal Defense such as DUI, misdemeanors, felonies, VOP, and juvenile cases.
    • Barbara Helm PetersBarbara Helm Peters – Ms. Peters is an experienced trial attorney with an emphasis in Family Law and Criminal Defense. Admitted to the Florida Bar in 1995, she is also a Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator.  
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    Criminal Law

    STOP – If you or a loved one has been arrested or might be arrested, read the advice below for what the accused should do right now.

    ✗ DO NOT talk to the police.  They are not trying to help you.

    ✗ DO NOT talk to anyone.  The police can use any statement you make to another person against you.

    ✓ DO collect evidence such as:  voicemails, emails, photographs.

    ✓ DO call our 24/7 phone line for immediate advice on what you should or should not do.

    Our attorneys have well over one hundred years of combined experience in criminal defense.  We have had jury trials in death penalty, first degree murder, capital sexual battery, aggravated battery, DUI manslaughter, drug trafficking, and many other types of cases.  Consultations are free so call immediately to speak to an attorney about your case.  Appointments are available same-day.

    Felonies

    Our attorneys have had hundreds of felony jury trials.  They have received not guilty verdicts in almost every type of criminal case including first degree murders.  Felonies carry sentences of more than one year in state prison.  If you are facing these serious charges you need an attorney with serious experience. Our attorneys are experienced, tough, and aggressive. Call the largest criminal & family firm in Brevard County for a free consultation.

    Misdemeanors

    Our attorneys have handled thousands of misdemeanor cases.  They know how to negotiate a deal, get you into a program, or fight it out in Court. Our attorneys have had hundreds of misdemeanor jury trials.  Domestic violence, battery, petit theft, prostitution, trespass, possession of marijuana, driving while license suspended are a few of the many types of misdemeanor crimes we have handled.  Call us today for advice on your case.  Consultations are always free.

    DUI

    A white-hot spotlight has been focused on DUI cases for over 30 years.  Today, a person charged with even a first time DUI must take it as a major life event and deal with it immediately.  If you are arrested for DUI there is a 10-day deadline you must meet or you lose the right to contest the suspension of your driver’s license. Our attorneys have handled hundreds of DUI cases.

    DUIs can end up complicating your life and costing you money in ways you never dreamed.   Even if you think your case is hopeless we will be able to help.  There are many defenses to DUI and ways to protect your driver’s license.  If you have been charged with DUI call immediately for a free consultation.  Attorneys available 24/7.

    Juvenile

    When a juvenile is arrested he or she is automatically placed in the juvenile system. He or she can be taken to the juvenile detention center and the case scheduled before a judge in the juvenile court division of the circuit court. Depending upon your child’s age, the severity of the crime, and his or her arrest history, the State of Florida can treat your child as an adult.  It is crucial to get an experienced attorney involved to keep the case in the Juvenile System.  We have extensive experience in dealing with juvenile cases; call us today for a free consultation about your child’s rights.

    Probation & Community Control

    If you are accused of a violation of probation or community control – continue to comply with all of the terms of your supervision.  You are still on probation or community control even if you have been served with a violation.  There are many defenses to a violation that an experienced attorney may be able to use in your case. Our attorneys have handled thousands of violation cases.  You need advice, call us today for a free consultation.

    Appeals

    Found guilty?  Your case is still not hopeless.  You can get your conviction overturned through an appeal. Our attorneys have experience in all types of appeals.  Strict deadlines apply so call immediately.  Even if your appeal has been denied a Motion for Ineffective Assistance of Counsel can get you a new trial.  Contact us today for a free consultation.

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