Criminal Defense Law Firm

Jacksonville, Florida

Criminal. The word alone can be fearsome. Being charged with a crime can be devastating, and attempting to navigate the maze that is the "legal justice system" overwhelming, especially without an attorney. If you are charged with a crime including DUI, or think you are about to be charged with a crime, you need a criminal defense law firm. It is that simple.

Not just any attorney will do. Here's what you don't need: the advice of a family member who took a criminal justice course three years ago, the advice of a "jailhouse" lawyer, or the family friend who is a contract lawyer who agrees to "help you out." You need an attorney, one who has spent years honing his skills in and out of the courtroom practicing criminal law. In many instances it is your liberty at stake, not to mention a criminal conviction, along with the possibility of devastating financial consequences.

All of the attorneys at Hardesty, Tyde, Green and Ashton, P.A., are experienced criminal defense attorneys. Marc Hardesty, Mike Tyde, Karl Green and Frank Ashton are all well-seasoned former State prosecutors, all of whom practiced in Jacksonville.

To learn more, please read our Criminal Law FAQs.

Many people are surprised to find that not all criminal courts are the same. There are State courts, Federal courts, and Military courts. Each court has very different rules and, usually, very different criminal laws apply. Furthermore, these courts are all governed by different local rules and common practices.

Unlike many firms, Hardesty, Tyde, Green and Ashton, P.A. practices criminal defense in all State, Federal and Military courts. Our firm has the breadth of experience to handle everything from a DUI to a capital murder case, and can do so in any forum.

If you are reading this you may already be looking for a criminal defense law firm, so the next piece of advice may ultimately prove to be the best free advice you will ever receive. Do not consent to a warrantless search of your home, car, boat or office. Do not give any "voluntary statements" to law enforcement officers or employers. Do not discuss any prospective case over your cell phone.

Remember two points:

• "You have the right to remain silent." USE IT.
• "You have the right to an attorney." CALL US at (904)398-2212.

Listed below are just some of the cases we handle in Federal and State court:

To learn more, please read our Criminal Law FAQs.

Contact any one of our two Jacksonville, Florida criminal defense offices for more info.