Criminal Defense

When you or a loved one is accused of criminal wrongdoing, there are a lot of important decisions to make. One of the most important is whether to take a plea deal or risk going to trial to try to beat the prosecution and obtain an acquittal. If you or your loved one...

While probation is not an ideal outcome, probation can feel like a slight relief in a complicated process after the stress of facing criminal charges. Following through on your probation obligations is only one step in the journey. There may be moments along the way...

The accusation stunned you. You knew that your marriage was in trouble but did not expect to be accused of domestic violence. You have been served with a restraining order. This document prevents you from living in your home, having any contact with your spouse and...

Under Florida criminal statutes, a misdemeanor is any crime that is punishable by less than a year in jail. Misdemeanors are less serious than felonies, but nonetheless are serious legal matters that must be carefully addressed. Some of the most common misdemeanors...

White collar crime is crime in which the perpetrator deceives another person or persons for financial gain or for some unfair advantage. The cost of white-collar crime in the U.S. alone has been estimated to be at least $250 billion, and as much as $1 trillion per...

If you or a loved one are fighting tickets received for traffic violation, reckless driving or speeding, you should know that our experienced legal team at Finnell, McGuinness, Nezami & Andux, P.A. can help. We have over 100+ years of combined experience defending...

When you are charged with theft, you are being accused of a crime that involves unlawfully taking the property of another person. Having this crime on your record can jeopardize both your business and personal reputation, and can make it difficult to get the job you...

If you or a loved one have been charged with sexual battery or lewd battery in Florida, you need an experienced sex crimes defense attorney to represent you. At Finnell, McGuinness, Nezami & Andux, P.A., we have years of experience defending those facing these...

Probation provides individuals a way to avoid severe punishments, by agreeing to be supervised by law enforcers and following certain rules. A violation of probation can lead to serious punishments though, and these rules must be considered when in this situation. A...