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Why should I hire a criminal defense attorney for my case?
Anyone who is faced with serious criminal allegations should seek legal protection. By hiring aFort Lauderdale criminal defense attorney, a person can often avoid charges or serious penalties that may otherwise be enforced. An experienced and dedicated defense lawyer will understand a person’s legal rights, how to challenge charges and how to negotiate with law enforcement or prosecutors. At Musca Law we are a team of dedicated Fort Lauderdale criminal defense lawyers with outstanding legal experience, knowledge and skill. We are committed to protecting the legal rights of those individuals facing any type of criminal charges in Fort Lauderdale or the surrounding areas in Broward County, Florida.

What is the most serious drug crime that can be charged?
All drug crimes are very serious; however the most serious drug crime is usually drug trafficking. A federal drug trafficking conviction is the only drug crime that may warrant a possible death penalty sentence. It is very important to contact Musca Law regarding your misdemeanor or felony drug crime charges. In many instances an experienced lawyer at our firm can obtain alternative sentencing such as drug diversion in lieu of a jail or prison sentence.

What are Miranda Rights or the Miranda warning?
Law enforcement is legally required to read a person his or her Fifth Amendment rights, known as the Miranda rule or Miranda warning – once a person is in custody, has been detained or arrested under suspicion of committing a crime. The Miranda warning states, “You have the right to remain silent. If you give up the right to remain silent, anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you desire an attorney and cannot afford one, an attorney will be obtained for you before police questioning.” If law enforcement fails to read a person his or her Miranda rights then anything said may be inadmissible in a court of law. You should contact a Fort Lauderdale criminal defense lawyer at Musca Law to meet during a free case consultation to learn more about your legal rights and how you should proceed.

Can a juvenile be tried as an adult in Florida?
Yes. In the state of Florida minors may be tried as adults for certain crimes, such as homicide, murder, rape crimes and other serious violent crimes. The only way to help insure proper legal representation for a child accused of a crime is to speak with a juvenile crimes defense attorney.

Do you offer free case consultations?
Unlike many other criminal defense firms, at Musca Law we always offer potential clients with the opportunity to discuss their case with a professional defense attorney during a free confidential consultation. During the consultation we can look at the issues that may surround your case, answer questions that you have and provide information regarding how a lawyer at our firm can protect you.

If convicted of murder will I automatically face the death penalty?
No, the death penalty is not a penalty that is automatically enforced. However, the prosecution can seek the death penalty and/or life imprisonment for first degree murder, felony murder or federal murder convictions. After careful deliberation a judge and/or jury must make the final decision as to a person’s fate and whether or not they will receive the death penalty.

I was caught stealing supplies from where I work and my employer called the police. What can I be charged with?
You may be in serious legal trouble. Depending on the value of the items stolen, you may face either petty theft or grand theft charges. If convicted you can be sentenced to up to 1 year or longer in jail or prison and also face fines, restitution, community service, probation and parole. This is in addition to the possible loss of your job and future employment opportunities. Please contact Musca Law today if you are being charged with any type of theft crime. We may be able to have the charges reduced or even dismissed.

I was charged with flashing my breasts at a concert. If convicted will I have to register as a sex offender?
There is a possibility that you will have to register as a sex offender for indecent exposure. The only way to avoid this and maximum penalties that you may face would be to work with a skilled defense attorney. At Musca Law, we may be able to ask the court for an alternative to having to register as a sex offender for a sex crime such as community service or counseling.

Questions about a crime in Fort Lauderdale? Contact us today for a free consultation!