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Criminal Defense

When you get arrested, this is one of the most important, solemn and consequential days in your life. In order to preserve your rights and protect your future, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney who has the skills and judgment to bring about the best possible outcome for your situation. Of counsel with The Plaintiffs Law Firm is former prosecutor, Jason Ranew. Mr.Ranew understands the nuances and subtleties of Florida’s criminal justice system. He has been first chair counsel on many important cases. Representing the State of Florida, he has won convictions, and representing citizens he has won not guilty verdicts.

Sometimes, it is in the best interest of clients to resolve their criminal cases short of trial by entering a plea or by having their attorney negotiate a resolution that will allow the prosecutor to voluntarily dismiss the criminal charge. It is important to talk to a seasoned attorney knows the lay of the land and who genuinely cares before you make these decisions. The penalties from criminal charges can be devasting to citizens: indeed, if you are arrested and prosecuted, your liberty is at stake. A first degree misdemeanor brings with it a maximum of one year in jail. A third degree felony brings a maximum of five years in prison. A first degree felony can result in imprisonment for up to 30 years. Life and capital felonies bring even greater consequences. However, often and with the assistance of an attorney, the accused does not get a jail or prison sentence, especially if the case is resolved before trial.

Any crime on your record can harm your standing with current or future employers, and sometimes entering a plea of no contest to a charge is not a good option for an accused. However, in those cases where a client is concerned about his employer or future employers discovering a criminal offense on his record, expungement may be an option. Mr. Ranew is committed to helping you resolve your criminal crisis in a way that will help you preserve your family, employment, driving privileges, reputation, finances, sanity, and life. Driving Under the Influence (DUI) charges bring with special penalties that fall hard on the shoulders of hard working citizens, including potential driver’s license suspensions, hefty fines, and time consuming classes. Many drug offenses, including possession of marijuana, bring two year driver’s license revocations if they are not handled properly. The fact is, lengthy driver’s license revocations tend to harm working citizens who need to drive for a living at least as much as jail time does. From a first time DUI to a serious life felony, Mr. Ranew is honored to fight for you and take your case to trial, if necessary.