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3rd degree scheme to defraud

I have been charged with 3rd degree scheme to defraud from my employer. I have a public defender atm and not sure if this is the right way to go. 12 years ago i was convicted of a felonly in michigan so does that wave against me here in florida for sentecing if im convicted?


Asked on 1/14/09, 9:34 am

4 Answers from Attorneys

Valerie Masters Valerie Masters, P.A.

Re: 3rd degree scheme to defraud

Please call me if you would like to discuss representation. Yes all priors count toward sentencing. What county is this in?

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Answered on 1/14/09, 9:41 am
Hunter Chamberlin Chamberlin Butler & Crowe, P.A.

Re: 3rd degree scheme to defraud

If you are not happy with the lawyer you have now, you are of course free to hire your own attorney.

Your prior felony can be used against you, but in order for the State to do so, they must prove that you are the same person that was convicted in Michigan.

If you would like to discuss your case further, please feel free to contact me at your convenience.

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Answered on 1/14/09, 9:54 am
Aaron Slavin Slavin Law Firm, LLC

Re: 3rd degree scheme to defraud

I agree with both of the previous writers. My law office is located directly across the street from the Pinellas County Jail and Criminal Justice Center. I previously worked with that State Attorney's Office for six years before opening up my own law firm.

I would be more than happy to discuss the type of help my law firm can provide. If you are interested in a FREE consultation, either by phone or in person, please give me a call at my office.

Please know, because you are currently represented by the Public Defender's Office, there are some things that we will not be able to discuss right off the bat.

My best,

Aaron J. Slavin, Esq.

SLAVIN LAW FIRM, LLC

Clearwater, Florida

727.474.3785

www.slavinlawfirm.com

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Answered on 1/14/09, 11:17 am
Fleet Tilden TildenLaw

Re: 3rd degree scheme to defraud

Short answer is to interview local criminal defense attorneys to find the right attorney for you and your case. Yes prior charges in other states and jurisdictions do count against you in Florida. Good Luck

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Answered on 1/14/09, 7:32 pm


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