Fort Myers Criminal Defense Lawyer

Last updated on April 1, 2024

Finding yourself on the wrong side of the law is a terrible experience, whether this is your first or most recent encounter. It is natural to feel overwhelmed when you consider the impact that a criminal matter can have on your reputation and your rights. Resolving this problem as quickly and quietly as possible is critical.

Turn to the team at the Lee Viacava Law Firm during your time of need. The firm is led by Lee Viacava, a respected criminal defense attorney who has dedicated his career to protecting his clients’ interests throughout southwest Florida. He has the insight and skill to handle your case. You can rely on him to handle your sensitive legal problem with the urgency and discretion it requires.

Working To Limit The Impact Of Misdemeanor And Felony Charges

Having a criminal record has staying power. Misdemeanor and felony convictions can follow you throughout your life, harming your career ambitions, educational opportunities and housing options. You owe it to yourself to fight the charges as aggressively as possible.

Attorney Lee Viacava can help you do just that. He knows how Florida’s criminal system works, how to dismantle the prosecution’s case and how to craft a winning argument. Discerning clients have relied on him to combat an array of charges, including:

• Drunk driving offenses for minors, commercial drivers, first-time offenders and repeat offenders
• Possession of controlled substances, prescription drug offenses and other drug violations
• Traffic violations, including reckless driving, speeding and driving with a suspended license
• Juvenile crimes, such as minor in possession, shoplifting, trespassing and vandalism
• Sex crimes and stalking
• Violent crimes, such as domestic violence, child abuse, battery, burglary and assault
• Theft and fraud crimes that include embezzlement and other serious allegations
• Probation violations

As your advocate, Lee Viacava prioritizes your privacy over publicizing his caseload. He is acutely aware of the damage that charges can have on your relationships and your good name. Lee Viacava will not seek out the media to draw attention to your case, unlike other criminal defense attorneys in the area. When you retain a successful attorney who avoids the public spotlight, you can put your unfortunate legal matter behind you and move on.

Get Answers To Your Questions

Getting charged with a crime is a life-changing experience. You likely have many questions floating through your mind. On this page are answers to some common questions Attorney Lee Viacava receives from prospective criminal defense clients. After reading through this list, you are invited to contact the 239-672-8934 for case-specific answers and legal guidance.

I failed a breathalyzer test during my DUI stop. Do I need to plead guilty?

Prosecutors want you to think that your DUI case is open and shut so that they can get you to plead guilty. But the case against you may not be as strong as it seems, and you likely have more options than you realize. Attorney Lee Viacava can help you understand them.

For example, although breath-test or blood-test results are compelling pieces of evidence, they are not irrefutable. An experienced attorney like Lee Viacava may be able to show that the officer failed to follow proper testing procedures or that the breath-testing device was in need of service and recalibration.

The takeaway is simple: Don’t decide you are out of options before you have spoken with a skilled defense attorney.

I know I’m innocent. Why shouldn’t I just let the police question me and trust that things will work out?

Police and other law enforcement officers have an agenda when they are interviewing suspects, and that agenda isn’t always to find the truth. If you are arrested and brought in for questioning, they may have already decided you are guilty and are now just trying to prove it.

The wisest thing you can do even before being detained and questioned by police is to call an attorney. When you hire the Lee Viacava Law Firm attorney Lee Viacava will advocate for you at every step of the process, including during the critical investigation stage.

I was arrested for drug possession. Police didn’t have a search warrant and I didn’t give them permission to search my home/vehicle. Were my rights violated?

Drug cases often involve critical questions about Fourth Amendment violations. This is the constitutional right that protects people from unreasonable search and seizure by law enforcement. Most of the time, for a search to be legal, you must either give your permission or the police must obtain a search warrant. This isn’t true in all circumstances.

A skilled defense attorney like Lee Viacava would examine how evidence was obtained and whether police violated your Fourth Amendment rights. If they did, he can file a motion with the court to suppress any evidence discovered during the illegal search, which means that evidence could not be used against you.

Arrange Your Consultation Today

You can easily arrange a private consultation with a highly regarded Fort Myers criminal defense attorney when you complete this online intake form or call 239-672-8934. From the firm’s office in Fort Myers, Attorney Lee Viacava represents clients throughout southwest Florida.