TAMPA CRIMINAL ATTORNEY EDELSTEIN HANDLES ALL TYPES OF CRIMES INCLUDING FELONIES, MISDEMEANORS AND JUVENILE CASES.
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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, he has handled and tried a wide range of criminal cases in the greater Tampa area, as well as other jurisdictions throughout Hillsborough, Pinellas, and, Pasco Counties. 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 (813) 434-4125.
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David M. Edelstein, PA
Tampa Defense Lawyer
511 West Bay Street
Third Floor - Suite 330
Tampa, Florida 33606
(813) 434-4125
Case No. F06012788 - Client arrested for presenting fraudulent insurance card to police, facing 5 years state prison. Mr. Edelstein persuades prosecutor to drop the charges. Result: no action taken by the State Attorney.
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.