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Over 60 Years Combined Experience
Handling All State and Federal Crimes
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With more than 60 years of combined criminal defense experience, the attorneys at the Canina Law Firm aggressively and routinely defend against all sex crime allegations in Brevard County, Florida. A SUBSTANTIAL portion of our practice is devoted exclusively to sexual-related offenses and sex crime defense.
Make no mistake: If you have been arrested for a sex crime, you are in for the battle of your life.
If you have been accused, do not wait to obtain legal advice. CONTACT our office today for a complete evaluation by our experienced sex crime defense attorneys.
No other type of offense carries the life-altering consequences that a sexual offense carries. Some of the harshest legal penalties available in Florida are imposed for sex crime convictions. Due to the general public disdain for sex offenders and the highly publicized nature of sex crimes, Florida prosecutors pursue these cases with a distinct vigor.
Sex crime cases are assigned to special prosecutors at the State Attorney’s Office with significant experience. Many criminal defense attorneys – even experienced ones – simply do not handle sex crimes due to their unique dynamics and challenging nature.WE DO.
Defending a sex crime charge requires a unique, tailored approach based on the facts of the case and the allegations. This is not a job for a beginner. The attorneys that you choose MUST have:
The Canina Law Firm is a father-son-and-daughter TEAM of criminal defense attorneys with well over 60 years of combined experience in the defense of all types of sex crime allegations and charges, including the following:
We are a boutique criminal defense law firm whose primarily focus is on the quality of the results we obtain for our clients, and not the quantity of client files in our drawers.
If you or a loved one has been contacted by law enforcement regarding a sex crime investigation, seeking immediate legal assistance is crucial. Police commonly use two investigative techniques to gather evidence:
In a “controlled phone call,” the accuser or somebody close to the accuser will contact the accused by phone in an attempt to elicit an apology or a confession. Key points to know:
In a “non-custodial interview,” an officer visits or calls the accused to gather statements. The officer may:
By stating the accused is not in custody, officers do not have to read Miranda Rights before eliciting statements. These interviews have been upheld as a legal investigative tool.
False accusations of sex crimes routinely occur in Florida and across the nation. The mere accusation of a sex crime can be enough to ruin a person’s reputation and livelihood. Divorce, custody disputes, money, and even revenge against a former partner can motivate a person to fabricate a story to law enforcement. We have seen it countless times.
The attorneys at the Canina Law Firm routinely defend against false accusations of illegal sexual conduct. Such accusations are delicate matters that can easily be blown out of proportion. The time to contact a lawyer is immediately after you are accused. By intervening early, our attorneys have frequently been able to prevent arrests and charges from taking place. Contacting a lawyer early on in your case is essential to mitigating the harsh effects that an accusation can have on your life.
A conviction for a sexual offense carries life-altering consequences, such as incarceration in state prison or county jail, mandatory lifetime registration as a sexual offender or predator, long terms of sex offender probation, heavy fines and restitution, and countless collateral consequences. You may lose your job and/or government benefits.
Convictions allow the State to place restrictions on your liberty (i.e., where you can live and work). Relationships with family and friends, as well as your position in the community can be permanently damaged. A registered sexual offender/predator is restricted on where they can live and work. They are frequently restricted from being around minors and having access to the internet.
Neighbors in the vicinity of where the sex offender lives are all made fully aware of who the offender is, what the offender was convicted of, and where the offender resides. The offender’s photo and personal information will be published on the FDLE Sex Offender/Predator Website for the entire world to see.
What should I do if I am accused of a sex crime?
Remain silent and contact an experienced sex crime attorney immediately. Anything you say can be used against you.
Can I be arrested based on an accusation alone?
Yes. In some cases, law enforcement may make an arrest solely based on an allegation, which is why early legal intervention is crucial.
What are the penalties for a sex crime conviction in Florida?
Penalties vary but may include prison time, mandatory registration as a sex offender, probation, and other lifelong consequences.
Can I fight false accusations of a sex crime?
Yes. Our attorneys have successfully defended clients against false allegations by uncovering inconsistencies and using expert testimony.
Our family attorneys have more than six decades of combined experience defending against all types of misdemeanor and felony sexual-related charges. As part of a multifaceted defense strategy, our team will thoroughly investigate your case from all angles to form a defense, while carefully scrutinizing the evidence against you. We work diligently to protect and defend your legal rights at every step of the proceedings.
If you or a loved one has been accused of, or arrested for a sexual offense in Melbourne or Brevard County, you need a TEAM of experienced, aggressive criminal defense attorneys by your side at every step of the legal process. Contact The Canina Law Firm today for your FREE Case Evaluation.
The Canina Law Firm proudly defends all residents of Brevard County and all cities and towns along Florida’s Space Coast including: Melbourne, Viera, Suntree, West Melbourne, Melbourne Village, Palm Shores, Palm Bay, Rockledge, Merritt Island, Titusville, Cape Canaveral, Cocoa, Cocoa Beach, Melbourne Beach, Indialantic, Indian Harbour Beach, Satellite Beach, Grant, Valkaria, Micco, Barefoot Bay, Scottsmoor, Mims, and Sebastian, as well as neighboring Volusia County, Seminole County, Orange County, Osceola County, and Indian River County, FL.
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