Robbery and Burglary - Defense in Florida

Robbery and burglary charges are among the ones that prosecutors take most seriously. Usually these charges require an offender to serve time in prison if he or she is convicted. The State usually has very experienced prosecutors assigned to handle robbery and burglary charges, and that is why it is extremely important for a person accused to also hire an highly skilled and experienced attorney to work on his/her defense.

The State usually tries to prove burglary and robbery cases in two ways: direct evidence (ex. witness identification) or circumstantial evidence (ex. fingerprints). If the State tries to prove the case with direct evidence such as a witness testimony, our attorneys will extensively investigate into the witness background which would include whether the witness has any prior arrest record, history of mental illness, drug or alcohol addiction, drug or alcohol use the day of the incident, the witness ability to see or know things he or she is testifying about, or any personal motive the witness may have against our client.

Even if the police claims our client allegedly confessed, our attorneys will inquire whether the police read our client his/her Miranda warnings if he/she was in custody, whether our client invoked his/her Miranda Rights, and whether the alleged confession was made freely and voluntarily or was it the product of police coercion, threats or intimidation.

If the State has circumstantial evidence, such as fingerprints, our attorneys will investigate the methods the police used in preserving the evidence, and whether that evidence is sufficient for the State to prove the burglary and robbery charges.

If you or some you know is charged with robbery or burglary, your freedom is on-the-line. Contact our criminal defense attorneys immediately 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 407-245-1232. You can also fill out our online form or e-mail us and we will get back to you as soon as possible. We value your privacy and will keep any information strictly confidential. And remember, your first appointment is free of charge.