Former Prosecutor Protecting Your Rights in Florida
Florida's criminal justice system can be confusing for anyone. Whether you made a simple mistake and are facing criminal charges for the first time, or you were wrongly accused of a serious crime, you need an experienced defense lawyer to protect your rights.
At the Kohl Law Firm, we have a deep understanding of the criminal justice system in Polk County and Central Florida. In fact, Attorney Kevin Kohl is a former Polk County prosecutor.
We know how the system works, and we know how to protect our clients at every stage of the criminal defense process.
Fighting Felony and Misdemeanor Charges
From drunk driving (DUI) to murder, any criminal charge can have serious consequences for your future. We have been in the prosecutors' shoes. We know how they approach these cases, and we know how to protect our clients' rights.
By the time your case is finished, three different prosecutors may be involved. We will protect your rights at every stage of the process, including:
- If you are under investigation, the "intake" attorney is responsible for deciding what charges to file against you. We can negotiate with this prosecutor. Many times we are able to have the matter dismissed entirely or have lesser charges entered.
- After charges have been filed, the "early resolution" process begins. This is our opportunity to negotiate for the best resolution in your situation. That may be a dismissal of the charges. Maybe it is a diversionary program (such as an alcohol treatment program) instead of a conviction and sentence.
- If going to court is in your best interest, we will take your case to trial. We have extensive experience in criminal litigation and we will aggressively defend your rights before a judge or jury.
We have handled cases involving various types of felonies and misdemeanors, including, but not limited to:
- DUI
- Battery
- Burglary, robbery and other theft crimes
- Drug possession, trafficking
- Child abuse
- White collar crimes
- Sex crimes
- Murder and other violent crimes
- Weapons charges
- Probation violations
- Internet crimes
- Record sealing and expungement
We will give you the experienced representation you need to fight criminal charges in Florida. Call 863-232-4574 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation with attorney Kevin Kohl at our offices in Lake Wales or Lakeland.
