Florida Bar Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer
You've been arrested. You need help. What should you do? People make mistakes, bad things happen to good people and false allegations happen every day. If you are facing serious criminal charges, it is crucial for you to get in touch with an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible.
At the law offices of Frederick P. Mercurio, P.A., in Sarasota, Florida, board certified criminal trial lawyer Frederick P. Mercurio has been zealously defending clients against criminal charges for more than 27 years. His trial skill has been recognized by clients and colleagues alike; he is one of a small number of attorneys qualified to serve as lead counsel in death penalty cases. As a former prosecutor, he brings invaluable insight into how the government handles cases.
To schedule a free and discreet consultation when you have been accused of a crime, contact our Sarasota criminal defense lawyer at the law offices of Frederick P. Mercurio, P.A., today.
Florida DUI and Drug Charges Lawyer Offering Skilled and Aggressive Criminal Defense
Mr. Mercurio has extensive criminal defense experience and knows what it takes to be successful in the courtroom. He handles a broad range of criminal traffic, misdemeanor and felony cases in Florida's state and federal courts, including:
- Drunk driving (DUI): whether a first-time offense, repeat offenses or DUI Manslaughter
- Drug charges: possession, possession with intent to sell or deliver, trafficking of illicit and prescription drugs, and prescription fraud charges
- Sex crimes: sexual assault, rape, child molestation, child pornography, solicitation, internet and computer-related sex crimes
- White collar crimes: conspiracy, mail fraud, money laundering, wire fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, mortgage and bank fraud
- Violent crimes: homicide, murder, manslaughter, robbery, burglary, assault and battery,child abuse or neglect, domestic violence
- Weapons' charges :carrying a concealed weapon/firearm
- Driving offenses: suspended license, fleeing, leaving the scene of an accident, reckless driving, racing
- Domestic violence: spousal abuse, marital rape, abuse of a domestic partner or other household member
- Probation violations: weapons' possession, failing drug tests, not checking in as directed, not following other conditions of probation
In addition to the criminal defense practice areas above, attorney Mercurio also handles other matters involving probation, the sealing and expunging of records, appeals and other post-conviction relief, including ineffective assistance of counsel claims.
You Need the Experience of Frederick P. Mercurio
With your rights and freedoms on the line, you need to do everything you can to beat serious charges. Call locally at 941-365-1185, toll free at 866-224-5402 or send an e-mail to our Sarasota criminal law attorney.
