Tampa Miranda Rights Violations Lawyer

If you have been arrested for a crime, be it a felony or misdemeanor, it may feel like the laws are not on your side. But you have specific rights, guaranteed by the federal government, that the arresting officers must disclose to you while you are in police custody. These rights include the right to remain silent and the right to legal advice in police questioning. However, should law enforcement fail to inform you of your rights or otherwise violate them, this could be a critical element in your defense. Our Tampa, FL Miranda rights violations lawyer can review the circumstances of your arrest and address any violations of your rights. Call Stechschulte Nell today for a consultation.

Miranda Rights Violations Lawyer Tampa, FL

Whether the violation of your Miranda rights was intentional, an oversight, or just sloppy police work doesn’t matter. What does matter is the omission’s impact on your criminal case. One of the first things our attorneys investigate is how the case against you was built, the evidence collected, and the circumstances of your arrest, including whether you received proper Miranda warnings. You’re innocent until proven guilty, and as your case is pending, you have the right to protection during interrogations while you’re in police custody. We’re here to enforce it.

Law enforcement officers are required, at the time of your arrest, to inform you of the following:

You may remain silent and do now have to speak to the police
Anything that you do say will be used against you at your trial
You have the right to consult with an attorney and retain legal representation
If you meet the government’s poverty guidelines, you may be eligible for a public defender’s service

Any evidence obtained as a result of a violation of your Miranda rights may be suppressed or excluded from consideration. This could even include a full confession to the crime! If we identify evidence that is a “fruit of the poisonous tree” (the tree being a violation of your Miranda rights), we take swift action to petition the courts to suppress it. Ideally, we can get your charges dismissed entirely. However, we always prepare for the worst and actively build our case based on a wide range of evidence and testimony. We’re committed to protecting your freedom and rights.

Why Our Experience Matters When Your Constitutional Rights are Violated

At Stechschulte Nell, you can be assured that we scrutinize every detail of your arrest and other interactions you have with law enforcement while in custody to ensure that you are fairly treated and your rights aren’t violated. We swiftly take legal action if they were, and fight to ensure that any fruits of the violation are excluded from your case.

Firm co-founder Ben Stechschulte is Board-Certified in criminal defense law, an elite designation that less than 2% of Florida attorneys possess
Mr. Stechschulte is a former prosecutor who knows how the other side operates
Our firm defends clients accused of both misdemeanors and felonies in state and federal courts
Ben was recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers® magazine

Don’t fight the Florida criminal justice system alone. Call our Tampa Miranda rights violations lawyer today for a confidential consultation.

MEET OUR TEAM

Stechschulte Nell is led by firm founder and lead attorney Ben Stechschulte, a Board-Certified criminal defense attorney. Ben understands well how the other side operates and exactly how to counter it. He and his team of skilled Florida criminal defense attorneys represent clients who have been arrested or charged with a crime. We’re one of the best DUI defense law firms in the greater Tampa area. We also are prepared to defend you against any crime, from a petty misdemeanor to a capital felony. Your freedom and future are our main motivation, and we protect you from the start. Call us today for a free consultation.