Arrested in St. Petersburg? What Happens Next?
This article has been written as a guide for navigating the criminal justice system in St. Petersburg. It will address what you can expect regardless of whether your charge is a misdemeanor or a felony.
Self Defense in Pinellas County, Florida
The law on self defense applies to both misdemeanors and felonies. It is considered to be an affirmative defense to the charge.
Should You Get a Criminal Lawyer Even When the Victim Does Not Want to Prosecute?
Clients ask me all the time whether they should hire a criminal defense lawyer in cases where the victim does not want to prosecute. The answer is that it depends on the situation, your criminal record, whether there are injuries, and whether there are witnesses.
Updates on Criminal Cases in Pinellas County for July-August 2020
The last few months of the COVID-19 pandemic have brought big changes for criminal defense attorneys in St Petersburg and all throughout Pinellas County, Florida.
How to Fix Warrants for Missing Court in Pinellas County, Florida
This article is dedicated to setting forth a road map to help people fix warrants in Pinellas County and help them get their full rights back.
In Trouble for the First Time in Pinellas County?
We specialize in representing defendants either charged or under investigation for a first-time criminal offense in Pinellas County, Florida.
Guide to Pinellas County Carrying Concealed Weapon/Firearm Charges
Pinellas County is one of the strictest jurisdictions in the State of Florida when it comes to prosecutions of concealed firearms and concealed weapons charges.
Guide to Warrants for Failure to Appear in Pinellas County
The vast majority of all failures to appear in court (FTAs) are from people with little to no prior criminal history.
Felony Drug Charges in Pinellas County
St. Petersburg Criminal Defense Attorney Sean McQuaid specializes in representing people charged with felony drug charges in Pinellas County, Florida.