Misdemeanor Attorney in Melbourne, Florida
Melbourne Criminal Defense Lawyer Can Fight Your Charges
Good people make mistakes every day. Unfortunately, some mistakes may lead to a run-in with the law and can result in serious criminal charges. At Steven G. Casanova, P.A., our Melbourne criminal defense attorney knows that there are very few things as frightening as facing an arrest, especially for first-time offenders. Whether you or someone you love is facing criminal allegations for the first time or you have found yourself facing misdemeanor charges after a misunderstanding, our firm is here to defend you.
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Types of Misdemeanor Crimes
Crimes are typically categorized as misdemeanor crimes or felony crimes. The main difference between felonies and misdemeanors is the severity of punishment. Misdemeanor crimes can be penalized by imprisonment for one year or less.
Misdemeanor crimes may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Battery
- Disorderly conduct
- Driving under the influence
- Juvenile crimes
- Minor drug crimes
- Minor theft crimes
Penalties for Misdemeanors in Florida
Misdemeanor crimes can be penalized with the following:
- General misdemeanors - up to $500 fines or up to 60 days in jail, or both
- First-degree misdemeanor - up to $1,000 fines or up to 1 year in jail, or both
- Second-degree misdemeanor - up to $500 in fines or up to 60 days in jail, or both
Certain factors surrounding a case can either enhance or reduce penalty severity. In cases in which an individual is caught committing a crime near a church or school, or if he or she has prior convictions for the same crime, consequences can increase.
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Anyone arrested for a juvenile crime will need to speak with our skilled Brevard County criminal defense lawyer. We can only imagine how stressful this time can be for you and perhaps even your entire family. At times, the justice system can feel so overwhelming that it may seem as though there is no remedy to help you or your loved one out of this predicament.
At Steven G. Casanova, P.A., we reassure you that, with the right defense on your side, there can be hope in fighting the charges that have been brought against you.
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Our Reviews
Our Past Clients Share Their Stories
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"He is the consummate professional and does everything first class."Steve Casanova is an exceptional trial lawyer. He is smart, talented, quick on his feet and knows how to talk to a jury. He is the consummate professional and does everything first class. He knows the law, is innovative in his approach and his legal research is second to none. He is worth every penny. The way I look at it is you can either have a cheap lawyer or a great lawyer--after all if you needed brain surgery would you hire the cheapest brain surgeon you can find or would you hire the best. Hire Steve--hire the best!- Mark
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"He is also very personable and makes himself available whenever you want information or advice."If you are ever unfortunate enough to get a DUI, I hope you are fortunate enough to get Mr. Casanova to represent you. Steve has a wealth of experience with DUI cases and was able to get a last minute agreement to eliminate one of the penalties in exchange for a charitable donation. He is also very personable and makes himself available whenever you want information or advice.- Former Client
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"5 stars would definitely recommend !"I hired Steve not once but twice. One of my favorite things about him is his energy in the court room and the rooms energy when he is in it, he has been working in Brevard for many years and has built a great relationship with “the other side”; the judges, state attorneys, so on and so forth.My other favorite thing was his ability to get me and my loved one out of a lot of trouble. Steve not only handled my fathers’ case perfectly, but my case as well. He was attentive, personable yet professional , truly a pleasure to work with and If I ever need assistance again , I’m going to Casanova!- J Scott
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"He truly cares for his clients"I honestly couldn’t have picked a better lawyer to represent me. His confidence and knowledge of the law will put anyone he speaks to at ease. His staff was diligent and responsive to any concerns we had as well. He truly cares for his clients and the end results show. I’m so thankful to have had such a pleasant experience with Mr. Casanova!- Brittany M
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"HIGHLY recommend"Would HIGHLY recommend Mr. Casanova. He's upfront and responsive and shoots straight with you through every step of the process.- Lauren L
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"I could call his office at anytime and be treated with the upmost respect from all staff, and had any all questions answered."I hired Mr. Casanova in 2017. Mr. Casanova and Staff were extremely professional and helpful from the moment I hired them. Mr. Casanova was very thorough in explaining how the process would work from beginning to end. I could call his office at anytime and be treated with the upmost respect from all staff, and had any all questions answered. I would highly recommend Mr. Casanova and Staff!- Amy
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"Thank you, Steven and staff"A call for help from our son, living 1000+ miles away, led us to Attorney Steven Casanova. What a find! From the very first phone call, we were assured that we had found the perfect individual to navigate us through a most difficult situation. Steve was extremely professional, friendly, and compassionate at all times. And, he made himself available to us by phone, even on weekends. Through his efforts, our son’s charges were dropped. Thank you, Steven and staff, for your guidance, encouragement, and kindness through this trying time.- Michael and Bonnie C.
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"Thank you Steve!"Thank you Steve Casanova, You handled my case very well. I will definitely recommend you to anyone ineed of Justice, thanks again.- Elbert Bahl