Florida state criminal defense in Coral Gables

The firm also handles federal criminal defense. For Southern District of Florida process and federal investigations, see the firm's Coral Gables federal criminal defense page.

State court and federal court are different systems

A Florida state criminal case is brought by a state prosecutor in state court. A federal criminal case is brought by the United States Attorney in United States District Court. The charge, the investigating agency, and the statute decide which system applies. Some conduct can lead to state charges, federal charges, or both. This page does not predict which system will charge a case.

State cases follow Florida procedure, Florida evidence rules, and the Florida Criminal Punishment Code when sentencing scores apply. Federal cases follow federal procedure and the advisory United States Sentencing Guidelines. Do not assume that a state arrest ends federal interest. Do not assume that a federal investigation means the state will never charge.

Serious Florida felonies this practice addresses

The Abreu Law Firm's Coral Gables practice focuses on serious matters. The examples below are educational categories. They are not a promise that the firm will take every case in every subcategory. Intake depends on the facts, the charging papers, and conflicts.

Drug trafficking and conspiracy under Florida law

Florida drug cases can involve trafficking thresholds, conspiracy, and related possession or sale charges under Chapter 893 and related statutes. Trafficking labels and weight thresholds matter for how a case is charged and scored. Lab results, chain of custody, and who allegedly controlled the substance can drive the theory of the case. Ask counsel which statute and threshold apply.

Money laundering and related financial crimes under state law

State money-laundering and related financial-crime charges can arise from how money moved, how accounts were used, and how businesses were structured. These cases often turn on documents, bank records, and communications. Preserve records. Do not delete messages or clean up accounts after contact with investigators.

Fraud and deception felonies under state law

Fraud-related felonies can include schemes involving false statements, identity issues, or financial deception charged under Florida statutes. The exact charge depends on the information or indictment and the facts the State says it can prove.

Violent felonies charged in state court

Some serious matters involve violent felonies charged in Florida state court, such as aggravated battery or robbery, when those cases fit a serious-felony posture rather than high-volume street practice. This page is not a volume assault-lawyer marketing page. Self-defense, identification, and forensic issues are case-specific.

Early steps after arrest or investigation

Contact counsel promptly. Do not assume informal conversations with investigators are harmless. Preserve documents, phones, and communications. Do not destroy evidence. Do not contact co-defendants or witnesses to align stories.

A call to The Abreu Law Firm in Coral Gables at (305) 849-2962 is a way to ask whether the firm can take the matter.

FAQ

Does The Abreu Law Firm handle Florida state criminal cases in Coral Gables?

Yes. The firm handles serious Florida state felony defense of the kinds described on this page, alongside federal criminal defense. Call (305) 849-2962.

What kinds of Florida state felonies does this page cover?

Serious state felonies consistent with the firm's Coral Gables practice, including drug trafficking and conspiracy under Florida law, money laundering, fraud-related felonies, and certain violent felonies charged in state court.

Should I talk to investigators without a lawyer?

Do not assume informal conversations are harmless. Contact counsel before giving statements. Preserve documents and communications. Call (305) 849-2962.