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Being charged with any crime is a frightening experience. You need to know your rights under the law and act to protect them immediately- before memories fade, evidence is lost, or witnesses disappear. Don't wait to get help. The longer your criminal defense attorney has before trial, the stronger your defense can be. |
Mr. Edelstein is a former Assistant Public Defender who devotes his practice exclusively to criminal defense in the state of Florida, with a strong emphasis on the trial phase of legal advocacy. During his career as a private criminal defense lawyer, he has handled and tried a wide range of criminal cases in Fort Lauderdale, and Hollywood, as well as other cities throughout Broward County. His trial experience, along with a personal commitment to his clients, combine to offer the prospective client competent representation in a supportive, hands-on environment. As a criminal defense lawyer, his philosophy is grounded in the strong belief that his clients should be fully informed about every aspect of their case as it progresses.
Mr. Edelstein looks forward to each new case as a fresh challenge to succeed. Call him today for a FREE CONSULTATION at (954) 414-4132.
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Eye on 'professional patients' - MiamiHerald.com
Thursday, July 3, 2008
HispanicBusiness.com Eye on 'professional patients' MiamiHerald.com, FL - 41 minutes ago The US Attorney's office in Miami has a half-dozen prosecutors who work full time on healthcare criminal fraud plus 10 in Fort Lauderdale and West Palm ... 2 Broward deputies charged in FB.. .. read more
Convicted priest asks again to delay start of prison term - Stamford Advocate
Thursday, July 3, 2008
Convicted priest asks again to delay start of prison term Stamford Advocate, CT - 4 hours ago In December 2006, Fay turned over his share in the Fort Lauderdale condominium to his former parish, but the church has not sold the property because ... .. read more
Stuart couple accused of fraud and failing to pay $2 million in taxes - Palm Bea..
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Stuart couple accused of fraud and failing to pay $2 million in taxes Palm Beach Post, United States - Jul 1, 2008 Their Fort Lauderdale attorney, Fred Haddad, said the two were released after they posted bond - $500000 for Frank DeSantis and $100000 for his wife. ... .. read more
Banker Pleads Guilty to Helping Developer Conceal $200 Million of ... - National..
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Banker Pleads Guilty to Helping Developer Conceal $200 Million of ... National Mortgage News, DC - 3 hours ago Bradley Birkenfeld, a US citizen employed by a Swiss bank, pleaded guilty before US district court judge William J. Zloch in Fort Lauderdale , Fla. ... .. read more
Young killer draws Fla. life sentence - United Press International
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Young killer draws Fla. life sentence United Press International - 6 hours ago FORT LAUDERDALE , Fla., July 1 (UPI) -- A Florida judge departed upward from sentencing guidelines and imposed a life sentence on a 17-year-old youth ... .. read more
Fraud Inc. - Florida Trend
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
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Billionaire pleads guilty to prostitution charges - Boston Herald
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
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Foster Care, Court Funding Top the Docket for Fla. High Court's ... - Law.co..
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Foster Care, Court Funding Top the Docket for Fla. High Court's ... Law.com (subscription), CA - 1 hour ago Fort Lauderdale attorney and child advocate Howard Talenfeld welcomed help for at-risk teenagers in the foster care system. With no permanent home, ... .. read more
US Attorney Reports Miami-Dade Husband And Wife Sentenced For ... - Lawfuel (pre..
Monday, June 30, 2008
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Monday, June 30, 2008
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Broward County balks at paying high rent for public defenders' offices - Sun..
Monday, June 30, 2008
Broward County balks at paying high rent for public defenders' offices Sun-Sentinel.com, FL - 1 hour ago The regional counsel's local digs are in an eight-story building at Las Olas and Third Avenue, amid downtown Fort Lauderdale's banks, shops and restaurants. ... .. read more
Court papers: Donaghy help was exaggerated - Las Vegas Review - Journal
Saturday, June 28, 2008
Court papers: Donaghy help was exaggerated Las Vegas Review - Journal, NV - 2 hours ago In the court papers, prosecutors said by the time Donaghy decided to cooperate last year, "the government had a clear understanding of the criminal ... .. read more
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Saturday, June 28, 2008
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Friday, June 27, 2008
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Friday, June 27, 2008
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Fort Lauderdale Criminal Lawyer David Edelstein Announces Expansion
Friday, December 23, 2006
Fort Lauderdale criminal attorney David Edelstein announces his expansion into .. read more
Fort Lauderdale Criminal Lawyer David Edelstein Announces Launch of Criminal Law Blog
Tuesday, January 2, 2007
Fort Lauderdale criminal attorney David Edelstein has created a criminal law blog which contains the most recent .. read more
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David M. Edelstein, PA
Wachovia Bank Building
One East Broward Blvd.
Suite 700
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
(954) 414-4132
Case No. 05000972 - Client arrested and charged with drug trafficking, facing a 25 year minimum mandatory sentence in state prison. Mr. Edelstein convinced the Fort Lauderdale State Attorney to offer his client community control and probation. Result: Client avoids prison.
Case No. F06009462 - Client arrested on three felony drug charges facing up to 35 years in state prison. Mr. Edelstein convinced prosecutor to reduce the charges and allow client to participate in drug diversion program. Result: upon successful completion of program, State Attorney will dismiss the charges.
Case No. J061164 - Juvenile client charged with sale of drugs on school grounds, facing committment to juvenile program and criminal record. Mr. Edelstein convinced the State Attorney's Office to reduce the charges to simple misdemeanor possession charge. Result: No jail, conviction, or felony record.