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Lakeland Case Resolution Lawyer - Criminal Law
Experienced Case Resolution attorney providing Criminal Law Legal Services in Bartow, Lakeland, Winter Haven, Auburndale, Haines City, Polk County, and the greater Central Florida area.
Call 863-354-0508 today to schedule a Free Consultation with Case Resolution lawyer, Robert A. Norgard.
Experienced Trial Attorney Fighting For You
Being arrested or charged with a crime in Florida can be an incredibly overwhelming experience. If you are unfamiliar with the complexities of the Florida criminal justice system, you likely have urgent questions about your rights, your future, and your immediate next steps. During this stressful time, you do not have to stand alone against state prosecutors.
Finding The Right Defense Strategy To Protect Your Rights
At the Law Office of Robert A. Norgard, we provide aggressive, sophisticated criminal defense representation. We serve clients throughout Bartow, Lakeland, Winter Haven, Auburndale, Haines City, and the greater Polk County and Central Florida areas. We are committed to standing by your side through every stage of the legal process, protecting your constitutional rights, and building a powerful defense designed to secure the most favorable outcome possible.
When your freedom and reputation are on the line, the qualifications of your legal counsel matter. The state backs its accusations with the vast resources of law enforcement and prosecutors. You deserve an elite defense that can match and exceed that pressure.
The Power of Proven Courtroom Experience: Attorney Robert (Bob) Norgard has been Board-Certified in Criminal Trial Law by The Florida Bar since 1995. He has successfully defended clients in over 240 criminal jury trials.
This rare distinction represents the highest level of evaluation by The Florida Bar concerning competence, experience, and ethics in trial practice. Fewer than 1% of Florida lawyers achieve board certification, giving our firm the specialized insights required to win tough legal battles.
Understanding what happens after an arrest can alleviate much of the anxiety surrounding a criminal charge. Under the Florida Rules of Criminal Procedure, a standard criminal case moves through several critical phases:
1. The Arraignment Hearing
Once the formal charging document (an Information or Indictment) is filed by the state attorney, you will attend an arraignment. At this hearing, the formal criminal charges are read before a judge, and you will enter an initial plea of guilty, no contest, or not guilty. In most cases, our firm can file written documentation to enter a plea of not guilty on your behalf, allowing us to waive your physical presence at this initial hearing.
2. Discovery and Motion Practice
If a plea of not guilty is entered, your case moves into the discovery phase. This is where we demand the state hand over all its evidence, including police reports, witness statements, video footage, and chemical tests.
During this phase, we look for constitutional violations to file a Motion to Suppress Evidence. If successful, a judge can rule that the state's evidence is inadmissible because it was obtained illegally. Common grounds for suppressing evidence include:
- Unlawful stop, search, or seizure violating your Fourth Amendment rights
- Failure by law enforcement to properly read your Miranda warnings during a custodial interrogation
- Chain of custody errors or forensic laboratory contamination
3. Pretrial Diversion Programs
Depending on the nature of the charges and your prior background, you may be eligible for a Pretrial Diversion (PTD) or Pretrial Intervention (PTI) program. Typically available for individuals with minimal criminal history facing non-violent misdemeanor or low-level felony charges, these programs are supervised by the Florida Department of Corrections or local counties. Successfully completing required conditions—such as community service, restitution, or educational courses—results in the total dismissal of your criminal charges.
4. Plea Negotiations vs. Standing Trial
Throughout the pretrial phase, both sides may attempt to resolve the matter through a negotiated plea agreement. While prosecutors frequently push for agreements that involve guaranteed penalties or prison time, accepting a plea means giving up your constitutional right to a jury trial.
Because of Robert A. Norgard’s extensive trial background, we evaluate every case from a trial-ready perspective. In many instances, taking a case to trial can yield a far better outcome, allowing us to present your side of the story and force the state to attempt to prove its case Beyond a Reasonable Doubt to a jury of your peers.
We provide experienced legal counsel across a wide spectrum of criminal offenses in both Florida State and Federal courts, including:
- Driving Under the Influence (DUI): First offenses, aggravated DUI, and felony DUI manslaughter.
- Drug Crimes: Simple possession, possession with intent to sell, manufacturing, and heavy-weight narcotics trafficking.
- Arson & Property Crimes: First-degree felony arson, second-degree arson, criminal mischief, and trespassing.
- Violent Crimes: Assault, battery, domestic violence, robbery, and homicide.
- White Collar Crimes: Fraud, embezzlement, identity theft, and grand theft.
A criminal charge does not guarantee a conviction. The strategies implemented in the days immediately following an arrest can dictate the path of your entire case.
Get Started On Your Defense Today
If you or a loved one is under investigation or facing criminal charges in Bartow, Lakeland, Winter Haven, or anywhere in Central Florida, contact the Law Office of Robert A. Norgard immediately to schedule a confidential legal consultation. Let a board-certified trial expert stand between you and the state to safeguard your freedom.
Call 863-354-0508 today to schedule your Free Consultation with Lakeland Case Resolution attorney, Robert A. Norgard.
If you are facing Misdemeanor or Felony charges in Lakeland or the greater Central Florida area, your freedom and future are at stake. Contact The Law Office of Robert A. Norgard, Today! |
A DUI arrest does not have to result in a permanent conviction. By aggressively examining police reports, video footage, and chemical testing data, Robert A. Norgard works tirelessly to achieve case dismissals, trial acquittals, or a strategic reduction to a lesser charge like reckless driving. |
Do not leave your future and your freedom to chance. If you are under investigation or have already been arrested for a narcotics offense in Bartow, Lakeland, Winter Haven, or anywhere in Central Florida, protect your rights immediately. |
