Northwest Florida Criminal, DUI and Drug Crimes Defense Lawyers
At Cotton, Gates & Negron, Attorneys at Law, in Shalimar, Florida, we handle all types of criminal cases, including:
- DUI and BUI
- Drug offenses
- Battery or aggravated battery
- Assault and violent crimes
- Sex crimes
- Grand theft, fraud and other property offenses
- Traffic violations and speeding tickets
Cotton, Gates & Negron, Attorneys at Law believes in representing every client as if we were standing in your shoes. We ask the questions that are necessary and keep in constant communication in order to build a powerful defense for our clients who are facing criminal charges in Florida.
If you or someone you care about has been charged with a criminal offense in Florida, such as DUI or a drug crime, call Cotton, Gates & Negron, Attorneys at Law toll free at 888-830-5477 or e-mail us to arrange your free consultation with a criminal defense lawyer.
Arrested for DUI or BUI in Northwest Florida?
Our law firm provides experienced criminal defense to people who have been arrested and charged with DUI (driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs) or BUI (boating under the influence). We also handle driver's license suspension issues related to DUI. Our attorneys can address all of the issues and answer your questions as we build your defense:
- Did the police offer have reasonable suspicion to pull you over and require you to perform roadside sobriety tests?
- Did law enforcement have probable cause to arrest you?
- Breathalyzer and Intoxilyzer issues: Was the machine properly calibrated? Were the officers properly trained? Were the results of more than one test compared? Were the physical or medical issues that could have interfered with the test?
- What are the facts and circumstances specific to your case?
Lost Your Driving Privileges? We Can Help
In Florida, there are two ways you can have your driver's license suspended for DUI:
- Driver's license suspension by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV): A DMV suspension is based on proof that there was probable cause to believe that you were in possession of a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. You have 10 days to file with the DMV to request a formal or informal hearing.
- Court-ordered suspension of driver's license: Court-ordered suspension is the result of a conviction on DUI charges.
- Our clients are often able to obtain a work permit when they are unable to avert a driver's license suspension.
Have You Been Charged with a Florida Drug Crime?
Our firm provides criminal defense for people who have been charged with Florida drug crimes such as:
- Drug possession
- Constructive possession of drugs
- Possession of drug paraphernalia
- Possession with intent to sell
- Drug distribution
- Drug trafficking
- Drug manufacturing and cultivation
- Prescription drug offenses
We build a strong defense on behalf our clients by asking and answering questions that include the following:
- If you were pulled over, did the police officer have reasonable suspicion to pull you over?
- Did the officer have probable cause to believe there were drugs in your vehicle or home?
- Did you give consent for the search of your car or home?
- Based on what the police found, did they have probable cause to arrest you?
We also handle civil forfeiture cases when law enforcement seizes an individual's property as being in violation of the Florida Contraband Act or being used in the commission of a felony.
Contact Us
We invite you to contact Cotton, Gates & Negron, Attorneys at Law to arrange your free consultation. We accept collect calls from jail and we can arrange after-hours appointments and jail visits. Regular office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Cotton, Gates & Negron, Attorneys at Law
3 Plew Ave
Shalimar, FL 32579-1216
Telephone: 850-651-9900 | Fax: 850-651-2522
Toll Free: 888-830-5477
