First Time Offender Attorney
Frequently Asked Questions

Serving Orlando, Orange County,
Seminole, Osceola, & Central Florida

What rights am I afforded upon arrest?

If you are arrested for a crime in Florida, you have the following rights:

• The right to an attorney.
• The right to remain silent.
• The right to know the crimes you have been charged with.
• The right to examine the evidence the state has against you.
• The right to confront your accusers and cross-examine witnesses.
• The right to a jury trial.
• The right to be free from unlawful search and seizures

If any of these rights are violated, you may be eligible to have the charges dismissed or dropped or the evidence suppressed. Contact The Umansky Law Firm criminal defense lawyers for more information about your legal rights.

Will the judge go easy on me as a first time offender?

Leniency is shown on a case-by-case basis and can depend on many factors. Typically in Florida courts, first time offenders with no prior convictions or charges filed are often eligible for diversion programs, pre-trial intervention, drug court, and other alternate consequences. If you get into these programs and complete the conditions, you may be able to get your charges dropped or dismissed. Our main concern as your criminal defense attorney is keeping this charge from becoming part of your permanent record and affecting your future. You also may be eligible for sealing or expungement if you are not convicted of a crime.

Why should I choose The Umansky Law Firm over a court-appointed lawyer or self-representation?

Most first time offenders are unfamiliar with the legal process and their inherent rights. Going through an arrest and trial without experienced legal guidance who has enough time for your case can be tough. Many court-appointed lawyers may be juggling many other cases in addition to yours and may not be able to dedicate the time you deserve. The Umansky Law Firm dedicates a large part of their practice to defending first time offenders like yourself. Our criminal defense lawyers are former prosecutors who are well prepared to anticipate state prosecution tactics.

If you are a resident or tourist in Orlando facing your first criminal charge, talk to the experienced legal team at The Umansky Law Firm. We would be proud to stand up for you. Call or email our Central Florida First Time Offender Attorneys today – your first consultation with us is free.