Hernando County Criminal Lawyers
Criminal law defines offenses such as homicide, assault, drug crimes, theft crimes, sex crimes, and many other felonies and misdemeanors while providing constitutional and other procedural rights for suspects and defendants.
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![Mr. Robert Allen Morris Jr.]( "Mr. Robert Allen Morris Jr.")
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Mr. Robert Allen Morris Jr.
Hernando County, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 33 years of experience
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Valparaiso University School of Law
Robert A. Morris, Jr. has been practicing law in Hernando County since 1991 when he started his career as an Assistant State Attorney for the Fifth Judicial Circuit . While working at the State Attorneys Office he prosecuted a variety of crimes including DUI’s, misdemeanors and felony offenses. Born in Indiana Robert graduated from Culver Military Academy in 1984 and then continued on to received his undergraduate degree from Ball State University located in Muncie, Indiana in 1988. Robert graduated Law School from Valparaiso University School of Law, which is located a short distance from Chicago Illinois, in...
![Ashley Aulls]( "Ashley Aulls")
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Ashley Aulls
Hernando County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Those facing criminal charges in the area of Brooksville, Florida can turn to attorney Ashley Aulls for personal attention to their individual case. At The Law Office of Ashley Aulls, Ashley uses his more than 25 years of legal experience to guide his clients through the stressful and tough issues they are facing. Ashley is a graduate of Georgia Southern University and studied law at Thomas Cooley Law School, where he earned his Juris Doctor in 1997.
For his whole life, Ashley has been surrounded by respected legal professionals. His father has served as an attorney for more than 40 years....
![Colleen Kasperek]( "Colleen Kasperek")
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Colleen Kasperek
Hernando County, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 31 years of experience
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Temple University Beasley School of Law
![Scott Timothy Smith]( "Scott Timothy Smith")
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Scott Timothy Smith
Hernando County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Traffic Tickets
Franklin Pierce Law Center
![Christopher Mulligan]( "Christopher Mulligan")
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Christopher Mulligan
Hernando County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Personal Injury
The George Washington University Law School
Christopher Sean Mulligan is a Florida native and third generation Florida attorney. Born in Inverness, Florida, Mr. Mulligan graduated with honors and a Bachelor in Science from Florida State University, majoring in Political Science and Criminology/Criminal Justice and then obtained his Juris Doctorate in 2006 from the George Washington University Law School in Washington, D.C. While in Washington, Mr. Mulligan worked for a variety of nonprofit organizations in the areas of domestic violence, criminal justice reform, education policy, and campaign finance reform. Mr. Mulligan has been quoted or published in the New York Times, The Washington Post,...
![Jeffrey Peter Cario]( "Jeffrey Peter Cario")
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Jeffrey Peter Cario
Hernando County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 37 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Nova Southeastern University
![Peyton Bush Hyslop]( "Peyton Bush Hyslop")
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Peyton Bush Hyslop
Hernando County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 41 years of experience
(352) 799-9666
P O Box 1776
629 W Jefferson St.
BROOKSVILLE, FL 34605-1776
Criminal
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
![Jason M. Melton]( "Jason M. Melton")
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Jason M. Melton
10.0 
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Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfPasco County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Traffic Tickets and White Collar Crime
The Catholic University of America
Attorney Jason M. Melton, is a founding partner of Whittel & Melton. As a former state prosecutor, he continues fighting for victims bringing in some of the largest single event results in Central Florida.
Jason is a lifetime member of the Multi-Million and Million Dollar Advocates Forum, AV-Rated by Martindale-Hubbell and continues to be listed among SuperLawyers in Florida by Thomson Reuters. He is a Founding Member of the National Academy of Motorcycle Injury Lawyers, and in 2023 was named President.
Attorney Melton is dedicated to providing clients with personalized, high-quality representation. We handle Auto Accidents, Slip and Fall, Injury, Nursing...
![Robert G. Whittel]( "Robert G. Whittel")
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Robert G. Whittel
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfPasco County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 24 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and White Collar Crime
University of Cambridge and University of Florida Levin College of Law
An experienced trial attorney, Robert Whittel provides his clients with strong, disciplined, results-oriented representation. Prior to becoming a lawyer, he served as a Lieutenant Commander in the US Navy. Robert graduated from both law school and the United States Merchant Marine Academy with honors, and served on the esteemed Florida Law Review. Before co-founding Whittel & Melton, a full-service law firm, Robert gained valuable experience in the court room both serving as a former prosecutor and representing large corporations in complex litigation and transactional matters. Robert is devoted to fighting for his clients’ rights. He handles all types of criminal...
![Christopher M. Klemawesch]( "Christopher M. Klemawesch")
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Christopher M. Klemawesch
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfPasco County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
Criminal, Family, Personal Injury and White Collar Crime
University of Florida
Mr. Klemawesch is an experienced and dedicated Criminal Defense and Personal Injury Attorney at Whittel & Melton. He provides comprehensive representation in both State and Federal Courts. Previously, Mr. Klemawesch worked as an Assistant State Attorney in the Sixth Judicial Circuit, Pinellas County, Florida. He has extensive jury trial experience in both criminal and civil cases. Mr. Klemawesch is committed to diligent advocacy to protect his clients' rights and interests.
Mr. Klemawesch obtained his B.B.A. from the University of Notre Dame, and his M.B.A. from the University of South Florida. In 2003, he received his J.D. from the University of Florida....
![Gina M. Girardot]( "Gina M. Girardot")
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Gina M. Girardot
Pasco County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 22 years of experience
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Case Western Reserve University School of Law
![William J. Sheslow]( "William J. Sheslow")
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William J. Sheslow
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfPasco County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 14 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Family and White Collar Crime
Mercer University College of Law and University of California - Davis
Prior to joining Whittel & Melton, Mr. Sheslow served as an Assistant Public Defender in Manatee County, Florida. Mr. Sheslow accumulated an impressive trial record while with the Public Defender’s Office. He was quickly promoted from a Misdemeanor to Felony case load in less than 10 months. Mr. Sheslow has tried over 20 cases ranging from DUIs and Domestic Batteries to life felonies. He has earned acquittals in serious cases such as firearms offenses and sex offenses. Additionally, Mr. Sheslow completed the National Criminal Defense Lawyers College held at Mercer College of Law in Macon, Georgia, where he learned from...
![Tracee L. Ivins]( "Tracee L. Ivins")
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Tracee L. Ivins
Pasco County, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 16 years of experience
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Southeastern University
Tracee L. Ivins graduated from Florida State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology. After graduation she worked for the State of Florida as a certified investigator, before deciding to pursue a law degree. As an attorney Ms. Ivins has handled files from inception all the way to a jury verdict. Her experience has included claims involving serious bodily injury, product liability injury and wrongful death arising from auto accidents, slip and falls, dog bites, negligent security, motorcycle and tractor trailer accidents.
Lawsuits including Negligence, Breach of Contract, Negligent Entrustment, Uninsured Motorist Insurance Claims, Under-Insured Motorists Insurance disputes, Wrongful Death, Bad...
![Leonard Louis Cagan]( "Leonard Louis Cagan")
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Leonard Louis Cagan
Pasco County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal and DUI
Regent University School of Law
Lenny was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1996. Lenny worked as an Assistant State Attorney (prosecutor) for over seven years. During this time, he prosecuted thousands of cases, supervised a staff of other attorneys and conducted numerous jury trials. Lenny knows how prosecutors think and how to speak their language. After leaving the State Attorney’s Office, Lenny worked for a prestigious Plaintiff’s law firm that practiced in the areas of Medical Malpractice/ Nursing Home Abuse/ and Personal Injury law. Lenny has been in private practice since 2004 representing people who have been accused of crimes or have been seriously injured...
![Rick Rivera]( "Rick Rivera")
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Rick Rivera
Pasco County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer
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Florida State University College of Law
Rick is a firm partner. He and his wife Patricia enjoy sailing and spending time at the beach. He is an Angel Tree sponsor and a former police officer. He joined the firm in 2007.
![Kaitlyn Bognato Statile]( "Kaitlyn Bognato Statile")
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Kaitlyn Bognato Statile
Pasco County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 15 years of experience
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Florida State University College of Law
Kaitlyn Statile attended the University of Georgia where she graduated magna cum laude with a degree in Public Relations and a minor in Sociology. She then went on to earn her juris doctorate from Florida State University, College of Law. While in Tallahassee, she interned at the State Attorney’s Office, beginning her passion for trial law. After graduation she began working at the State Attorney’s Office in Pinellas County where she conducted over 50 trials and obtained a murder indictment from a grand jury. She then went on to practice civil litigation prior to moving to Costa Rica where she...
![Daviana Marie Braniff]( "Daviana Marie Braniff")
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Daviana Marie Braniff
Pasco County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 10 years of experience
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The University of Georgia School of Law
Daviana Marie Braniff was born in Clearwater, Florida, but primarily grew up in Atlanta, Georgia. After receiving a scholarship for women’s soccer, Daviana attended Armstrong Atlantic State University in Savannah, Georgia where she received her degree in Psychology. Daviana then attended the University of Georgia School of Law where she interned with the Office of the Fulton County District Attorney. After graduating, Daviana moved to the sunny state of Florida to be with family and worked as an Assistant State Attorney in the Sixth Judicial Circuit prior to joining the firm. Daviana and her husband Daniel have a lovable dog...
![Paul Meissner]( "Paul Meissner")
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Paul Meissner
Pasco County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 57 years of experience
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Tulane University School of Law
Paul A. Meissner was born in New York and moved to Florida with his family as a child. He is a graduate of Clearwater High School. He co-founded the Carlson & Meissner law firm with Edward Carlson in 1971. Paul and his wife Jayne have five children & thirteen grandchildren. They enjoy boating and traveling. In the past, Paul and Jayne have traveled extensively by motorcycle.
![Patricia A. Carroll]( "Patricia A. Carroll")
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Patricia A. Carroll
Pasco County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Criminal, Bankruptcy, Estate Planning and Personal Injury
University of Florida
Former State Prosecutor
Serving Tampa Bay and Pasco County areas
![Michael Leonard Mastrogiovanni]( "Michael Leonard Mastrogiovanni")
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Michael Leonard Mastrogiovanni
Pasco County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 19 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Social Security Disability and Traffic Tickets
Stetson University College of Law
Michael Mastrogiovanni has lived in the Tampa Bay area for over 38 years with his family. His career started out in the medical field where he worked as an administrator for over a decade eventually acquiring ownership of several assisted living facilities. Like many working professionals, Michael went to college at night while working full time during the day. He obtained his A.A. degree with honors from St. Petersburg Junior College in 2000, his B.A. degree Cum Laude from University of South Florida in 2002 and went on to attend Stetson University College of Law graduating in 2004. Upon...
![Rachel Stevens]( "Rachel Stevens")
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Rachel Stevens
Pasco County, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 12 years of experience
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Rachel Stevens is the owner of Stevens Law P.A., located in Dade City, Florida. With over 10 years of experience in criminal law, Rachel has dedicated her practice to advocating for her clients with a deep understanding of their personal stories. She believes that effective representation goes beyond legal knowledge; it's about connecting with clients on a personal level to understand how they found themselves in their current situation. By incorporating this understanding into her defense strategies, Rachel becomes a strong and, when necessary, a very vocal advocate for her clients. Her philosophy is that most people charged with crimes...
![Debra Alice Tuomey]( "Debra Alice Tuomey")
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Debra Alice Tuomey
Pasco County, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 24 years of experience
Criminal
Stetson University College of Law
![Harlan Derek Saltsman]( "Harlan Derek Saltsman")
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Harlan Derek Saltsman
Pasco County, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 24 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Florida Coastal School of Law
![Angela Mae Sarabia]( "Angela Mae Sarabia")
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Angela Mae Sarabia
Pasco County, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 19 years of experience
Criminal
University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law
![Tiffany Kelly McAuley]( "Tiffany Kelly McAuley")
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Tiffany Kelly McAuley
Pasco County, FL Criminal Law Attorney
12251 US Highway 301
Dade City, FL 33525
Free ConsultationCriminal, Business, Divorce and Juvenile
Stetson University College of Law
![Christina LaMaida]( "Christina LaMaida")
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Christina LaMaida
Pasco County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 9 years of experience
![Kristy M. Blazys]( "Kristy M. Blazys")
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Kristy M. Blazys
Pasco County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 3 years of experience
Criminal, Family, Personal Injury and Real Estate
Douglas C. Edenfield
Pasco County, FL Criminal Law Attorney
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
University of Florida Levin College of Law
William Keith Eble
Pasco County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 44 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
University of Miami School of Law
Khara A. Alvero
Pasco County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 21 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Divorce and Family
Florida Coastal School of Law
Albert Rosebury Mander
Pasco County, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 48 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
![W.F. 'Casey' Ebsary Jr.]( "W.F. 'Casey' Ebsary Jr.")
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W.F. "Casey" Ebsary Jr.
Hillsborough County, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 35 years of experience
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Stetson University College of Law
I am William F. "Casey" Ebsary, Jr., a Board Certified Criminal Defense Attorney and seasoned Trial Lawyer with a comprehensive background in a variety of legal areas.
My practice primarily revolves around trial work, where I have handled a wide array of cases. These include criminal defense, DUI defense, defense for Marijuana and Cannabis Growhouse operations, white-collar criminal defense, high-tech corporate litigation, and intellectual property issues related to the Internet and computer networking.
My background as a former Prosecutor has equipped me with extensive litigation experience in high-stakes criminal cases. I have managed cases involving murder, money laundering, fraud, forgery, counterfeiting, and...
![Brett Jacob Szematowicz]( "Brett Jacob Szematowicz")
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Brett Jacob Szematowicz
Hillsborough County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Personal Injury
South Texas College of Law
Brett Szematowicz is originally from Chicago, Illinois, but moved to Tampa when he was in 1991. He attended high school locally at Tampa Preparatory School and graduated in 1999. Mr. Szematowicz attended college at The American University in Washington, D.C. and graduated with a B.A. in Justice. While at The American University, Mr. Szematowicz was a member of the highly selective Leadership Program in the School of Public Affairs. Mr. Szematowicz attended South Texas College of Law, located in Houston, Texas. During law school, Mr. Szematowicz interned with the Hillsborough County State Attorney's Office in...
![Ajay Pallegar]( "Ajay Pallegar")
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Ajay Pallegar
10.0 (2 Peer Reviews)
(813) 444-3912
607 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
# A
Tampa, FL 33603
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfHillsborough County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 18 years of experience
Criminal, DUI, Domestic Violence and Personal Injury
Stetson University College of Law
Tampa Bay Criminal Defense and DUI Attorney Ajay Pallegar -
Former State Prosecutor with over 50 criminal jury trials, 50 bench trials, and extensive DUI training and experience.
Mr. Pallegar is a graduate from the University of South Florida and Stetson University College of Law. He is a Former Pinellas County Assistant State Attorney and has over tried over 100 criminal trials to verdict. As a prosecutor, he received specialized training in domestic violence cases by being appointed to the domestic violence division of the Pinellas County State Attorneys Office, specifically battery, assault and domestic violence injunctions. Mr. Pallegar has also...
![Shiobhan Olivero]( "Shiobhan Olivero")
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Shiobhan Olivero
Hillsborough County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 14 years of experience
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Stetson University College of Law
Shiobhan Olivero was born in Plant City, Florida, and as a native Floridian, has lived in the Tampa Bay area her entire life. She enjoys spending time with her family. She is an active scuba diver, and enjoys traveling to local and distant sites to dive.
Shiobhan earned as Associates Degree in Paralegal Studies from Hillsborough Community College. She worked for approximately ten years as a paralegal for criminal attorneys in the Tampa Bay area prior to, and during law school. She then earned her undergraduate degree from St. Leo University receiving a B.A. degree in Criminal...
![Lynette Silon-Laguna]( "Lynette Silon-Laguna")
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Lynette Silon-Laguna
10.0 (1 Peer Review)
Free ConsultationOffers Video ConferencingVideo ConfHillsborough County, FL Criminal Law Attorney with 29 years of experience
Criminal, Cannabis Law, DUI and Divorce
University of Florida Levin College of Law
In January 1997, I founded the law firm of Lynette Silon-Laguna, P.A., now known as All Family Law Group, P.A. We are experienced and responsive attorneys concentrating in the areas of divorce, child custody/visitation/child support, stepparent and relative adoptions and name changes, as well as criminal defense, and consumer, personal bankruptcy.
Our objective is to provide professional and informed representation in the most expeditious and economical manner possible in consideration of each client's circumstances. Amicable settlement is the ultimate goal, if it is possible, to avoid the financial and emotional cost of litigation. Although we strive for an amicable resolution...
![Christopher G Frey]( "Christopher G Frey")
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Christopher G Frey
Hillsborough County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 35 years of experience
412 E. Madison Street, Suite 1106
Tampa, FL 33602
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Stetson University College of Law
Christopher G. Frey is an accomplished lawyer with vast experience in representing clients in a wide range of cases. He has interned with State Attorney Mark Ober and clerked for the U.S. Supreme court. Chris was media consultant for numerous national media outlets and lectured on the law. He is a former Vice President of the Hernando County Bar Association and is actively involved in the community. Chris has tried over 250 jury trials to verdict and is currently practicing at Frey Law, P.A. in Tampa, Florida.
![Jose I. Concepcion]( "Jose I. Concepcion")
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Jose I. Concepcion
Polk County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 25 years of experience
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University of Miami
I am a seasoned criminal defense attorney with 25 years of courtroom experience. My background as a former prosecutor and law enforcement academy instructor gives me unique insight into defending the rights of the accused, which I am passionate about. I graduated from the University of Miami Honors Program and received my Juris Doctor from Nova Southeastern University.
My legal journey began in insurance defense, but I quickly transitioned to criminal defense to advocate for clients daily. With over 200 trials under my belt, I have successfully handled a wide range of criminal cases, including homicide, drug trafficking, and DUI. My...
![Bruce Howard Denson]( "Bruce Howard Denson")
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Bruce Howard Denson
Hillsborough County, FL Criminal Law Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal, DUI, Products Liability and Traffic Tickets
Stetson University College of Law
At The Denson Firm, our mission is to provide you with passionate and aggressive legal representation and personal counsel in criminal defense cases. Because Bruce Denson is a sole practitioner, you will always speak directly with him, and he will attend every court hearing. Our focus is on a long term solution to your immediate problem. Personal service and client contact is a priority at The Denson Firm.
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