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Fort Walton Beach Burglary Defense Lawyer

If convicted on burglary or robbery charges, you could be looking at spending five years to life in prison, depending on the circumstances involved in your case. It is also important to realize that any theft-related conviction will result in a permanent criminal history, affecting your ability to find employment and make a living for the rest of your life.

Shalimar Robbery Defense Attorneys | Free Consultation

If you or someone you love is facing burglary or robbery charges, it is crucial to have experienced legal counsel. At Cotton & Gates, Attorneys at Law, we have more than 30 years of criminal defense experience in northwest Florida.

To speak to a lawyer from our firm about your defense options, call us today at 850-855-4520 or toll free at 866-604-2660.

Burglary Defense

Burglary refers to entering a home, business, vehicle or building with the intent to commit a crime inside. A person may also be charged burglary if a person remains in a premises after the consent to remain has been withdrawn. If another crime, such as a battery, is committed during the act of the burglary, you could be charged with a first-degree felony. We defend against all varieties of burglary charges, including:

  • Criminal trespass
  • Receiving stolen property
  • First-degree burglary battery
  • Second-degree burglary
  • Third-degree burglary

Robbery Defense

Our criminal defense attorneys provide an aggressive defense against robbery charges. Robbery is a theft crime that involves the use of force or threatening violence against another person. If a weapon is involved, convictions can result in up to 30 years in prison.

Destin Burglary Defense Attorneys

We look forward to hearing from you about your case. Contact our firm to schedule a free consultation.

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Cotton & Gates , Attorneys at Law
3 Plew Ave
Shalimar, FL 32579
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Phone: 850-855-4520
Toll Free: 866-604-2660
Fax: 850-651-2522
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The Florida Panhandle law firm of Cotton & Gates, Attorneys at Law, represents clients throughout northwest Florida and the Gulf Coast in the communities of Shalimar, Fort Walton Beach, Destin, Crestview, De Funiak Springs, Ocean City, Miramar, Niceville, Laguna Beach, Panama City Beach, Freeport, Milton, Wright, Pensacola and other areas of Okaloosa County, Walton County, Santa Rosa County, Escambia County, Bay County and Eglin Air Force Base.