Criminal Law

Amber Patwell Law handles all criminal matters, including but not limited to: criminal traffic citations, including DUIs; first and second misdemeanor cases; third, second and first degree felony cases; juvenile delinquency; violations of probation; sealing/expunging records; post-conviction relief motions; driver’s license restoration and early termination of probation.  Amber Patwell has almost 15 years of experience defending people accused of crimes.  Amber Patwell offers free consultations on all criminal law matters.  Call her today to see how she can help you.

Misdemeanor

A misdemeanor can be classified as a first degree or second-degree misdemeanor. The maximum penalties for a second-degree misdemeanor are 60 days in jail, 6 months’ probation and a $500 fine. Generally, the maximum penalties for a first-degree misdemeanor are 1 year in jail, 1 year of probation and an $1000 fine. Certain misdemeanors, such as DUIs have additional minimum, statutory penalties.  Below is a list of common misdemeanor charges. If you are charged with one of the below misdemeanors, or any other misdemeanors, call Amber Patwell Law today.

Felony

Felonies are classified as third, second or first degree. The maximum penalties for a third-degree felony are 5 years in prison, 5 years’ probation and a $5,000 fine. The maximum penalties for a second-degree felony are 15 years prison, 15 years’ probation and a $10,000 fine. The maximum penalties for a first-degree felony are 30 years in prison, 30 years’ probation and a $10,000 fine. Additionally, certain first-degree felonies are punishable by life in prison or punishable by death. Anytime a person is charged with a felony, they are subject to prison time and losing their civil rights. Pursuant to Florida’s Criminal Punishment Code, a scoresheet is prepared for any person being charged with a felony. Each felony scores a specific amount of points based on a statutory severity ranking, which are determined by the Florida legislature regardless of statutory degree. If you score more than 44 points, you are subject to a minimum term of imprisonment. Any felony charge comes with potentially severe repercussions. Below is a list of common felony charges.  If you are charged with one of the below charges or any other felonies, call Amber Patwell Law today.