Criminal Defense
Attorney Beryl Thompson-McClary has extensive experience in all aspects of criminal law. Having been through over 350 jury trials as both a prosecutor and defense attorney, and with nearly three decades of experience as a licensed attorney, Beryl Thompson-McClary has the desire, drive, and skill to represent you in different criminal matter, whether at the state or federal level. Criminal
In Orlando, Florida, Beryl Thompson-McClary has represented 1000s of clients in a wide range of criminal matters, including misdemeanors and heavy felonies. Whatever the charges might be, Attorney Beryl Thompson-McClary will defend your constitutional rights and protect your interests for the fullest extent.
Whether an offence is charged in the federal or state level depends upon the particular facts of each one case. Typically, the next crimes are prosecuted with the federal level:
Drug Trafficking
Finance Crimes, For example SEC Violations
Fraud Up against the United States
Organized Crime
Any Other Crimes In which the United States Government Features a Special Interest
Most crimes are prosecuted at the state level, which means that Florida state law will apply to the case. The following crimes are examples of crimes that Beryl Thompson-McClary has handled, both as being a prosecutor and as a dui attorney:
Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driving While Intoxicated (DWI)
First Offense
Second Offense
Third Offense
Fourth Offense
DUI involving damage to property
DUI involving bodily serious bodily injury not producing death
DUI involving the death of some other person or unborn quick child, the place that the fetus is viable (homicide, manslaughter)
Underage DUI/DWI
Please see our individual DUI/DWI practice area page for further information regarding each of the individual offenses linked to driving under the influence and the consequences concerning each of them. Criminal
Violent Crimes
Murder, Manslaughter, and Attempted Murder
Assault and Aggravated Assault
Domestic and Family Violence
Robbery and Aggravated Robbery
Drug-Related Crimes (including, and not limited to, cocaine, methamphetamine, crack, and marijuana)
Manufacture
Crimes Involving Meth Labs
Possession
Distribution and Delivery
Conspiracy
Sex Offenses
Sexual Assault/Rape
Sexual Assault which has a Deadly Weapon/Forced Rape
Sexual Assault of an Child/Molestation
Sexual Assault generally
Indecency having a Child
Injury to a Child
White Collar Crimes (a few of these crimes could potentially be prosecuted on the federal level too)
Fraud (including, but not limited to, credit card fraud, bank fraud, employment fraud, and welfare fraud)
Embezzlement
Theft and Property Theft
Misapplication of Fiduciary Property
Shoplifting
For each and every of the crimes identified above, jail time is possible. The amount of incarceration and the imposition of fines rely on the classification of the crime. The table below outlines Florida�s felony and misdemeanor crimes and their range of punishment. Keep in your mind that exceptions may exist that modify the range of punishment for almost any crime.
Attorney Beryl Thompson-McClary also represents clients in connection with following criminal issues:
Probation Revocation
Parole Hearings
Expungement of Prior Criminal Convictions
Petitions for Non-Disclosure
Possible Negotiation with all the Prosecutor
Depending on the crime charged with, you may be eligible for a plea deal in which you agree to plea guilty to a lesser crime than you were charged with. For example, if you were arrested for possession of cocaine, and the amount was relatively small, the prosecutor may accept to lower the charge to having marijuana, whereby you could be subject to probation and you could avoid time in jail. On the other extreme, should you be charged with a violent crime, the prosecutor could be less willing to negotiate.
Whether the prosecutor will accept to negotiate depends on a number of factors, such as the following:
Do you've got a criminal record?
Are you currently fully employed and otherwise abiding by the law?
Are you prepared to testify against another defendant in return for a favorable plea deal?
Are which you threat to yourself kinds?
Prosecutors will consider over these few questions, however, the main one is whether or not you've got a criminal history. If you have been charged with drug possession, the chances of you being offered a favorable plea deal could be decreased if you have been convicted of the same or similar crime in the past. In such a case, a prosecutor might be more inclined to impose time in jail. But, remember that you've got a right to a jury trial, so if you're honestly not guilty, you will have chance to prove your case to some jury of your peers.
A strong, competent and seasoned dui attorney who occurs also be a prosecutor, will talk about with you the best choices for your particular situation. Attorney Beryl Thompson-McClary can look at all of the available facts and provide you with an honest opinion about your chances of succeeding at trial.
Further, if Beryl Thompson-McClary finds that the police or prosecutor violated your rates during its investigation, then she could file motions with the court to suppress particular evidence. For instance, an unreasonable search or seizure as well as a failure of the police you just read Miranda warnings prior to you making an incriminating statement are violations of the rights that Attorney Beryl Thompson-McClary will fight in court.
Contact Beryl Thompson-McClary Today for any Free Consultation to debate Your Criminal Matter
If perhaps you were charged with a crime, you have to seek legal advice immediately. Remember, when you have been given your Miranda warnings, whatever you say could be used against you in the court. After you have been arrested, you need to state that you wish to call your attorney and do not speak with the authorities until your attorney is present. Attorney Beryl Thompson-McClary has a unique advantage over other criminal defense attorneys because she�s been in the prosecutor�s shoes - she was a prosecutor before learning to be a criminal defense attorney. She knows what to anticipate from the prosecutor and can work closely with you to get the best solution possible for your criminal matter. To schedule your free consultation with Beryl Thompson-McClary, contact her by calling (888) 640-2999, or else you may contact her on the web and she will get back to you immediately.
