Top Criminal Defense Lawyers in JACKSONVILLE | 39 available

39 Criminal Defense lawyers are available in JACKSONVILLE, Florida, including James Paul Hill, Jay C. Howell, Jeanine B. Sasser, and Jonathan J. Luca. These lawyers are rated between 3.4/5 to 3.8/5 and 63% provide free consultation.

Criminal Defense Lawyers Nearby JACKSONVILLE (by distance)

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Criminal Defense Case Statistics Overview

Criminal Defense Case Timeline

Min2Max18

Criminal defense cases in Jacksonville typically resolve within 2 to 18 months, depending on case complexity and court schedules.

JACKSONVILLE Court Backlog

Low200Medium400High700

Estimated open criminal defense cases in local courts range from 200 (low) to 700 (high), reflecting typical urban court congestion.

Criminal Defense JACKSONVILLE Filing Volume

Min250Max500

Jacksonville courts receive an estimated 250 to 500 new criminal defense filings per month, based on recent public records.

Criminal Defense Case Outcomes

Pre-litigation35Post-filing25Trial10

Resolution rates vary: approximately 35% of favorable outcomes occur pre-litigation (dismissals, plea deals), 25% post-filing, and 10% at trial, based on regional averages.

Avvo Rating: Rated 2.0 out of 5

William Mallory Kent

Firm: The Law Office of William Mallory Kent
1932 Perry Place , Jacksonville , Florida 32207
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“Exceptional Attorney. Answered all my questions on a very timely basis. Divided the cost by type of service he was rendering.”
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“Very knowledgeable about my situation and have solid advice”
— Ray Naygen
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5

Timothy Ian Martin

Firm: Harrell and Harrell, P.A.
4735 Sunbeam Road , Jacksonville , Florida 32257
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense ,Family ,Personal Injury
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.3 out of 5

Jeanine B. Sasser

Firm: Jeanine B. Sasser, P.A.
4595 Lexington Avenue   100 , Jacksonville , Florida 32210
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense ,DUI/DWI,Family ,Personal Injury,Social Security Benefits & Disability,Workers Compensation
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Jonathan J. Luca

Firm: Luca Law Firm
438 East Monroe Street , Jacksonville , Florida 32202
Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Civil ,Criminal Defense ,Divorce,Domestic Violence,Drug Crimes,DUI/DWI,Family ,Felonies,Juvenile ,Paternity,Spousal Support,Traffic Violations
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“Jonathan really fought for me, and was a pillar of strength throughout my whole situation. He really knows his stuff, and replies quickly. He was ne...”
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“Mr Smith was so very patient and very informative with me. Answered all my questions so I understood. Thank you so much. I leave the office at peace.? …”
— P Brown

L. Ervin Schmidt

Firm: Harris, Guidi, Rosner, Dunlap and Rudolph, P.A.
1837 Hendricks Avenue , Jacksonville , Florida 32207
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense ,Domestic Violence,Traffic Violations
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

W. Marc Hardesty

Hardesty   Tyde & Green , Jacksonville , Florida 32207
Practice Areas: Civil ,Criminal Defense ,Medical Malpractice,Military ,Personal Injury,Social Security Benefits & Disability,Workers Compensation
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“Mark Hardesty of Hardesty, Tyde, Green and Ashton is a fantastic attorney. He was my attorney for an auto accident a couple of years ago. He made sure...”
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“Great experience! Marc and his team were fantastic in a recent trial involving my son. Parry Mason needs to watch his back :)”
— Glenn Kern
Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5

Mitchell A. Stone

Firm: Stone, Taylor & Associates, P.A.
1830 Atlantic Boulevard , Jacksonville , Florida 32207
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“I have used his attorney's office on two separate occasions. The first occasion I was charged and my two co-defendants had their charges dropped with ...”
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“Mitchell took our case and did exactly as requested and what was expected even going above and beyond. Jamie was an excellent communicator and made everything so easy. Highly recom…”
— Katie Shoda
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Richard A. Sichta

Firm: Frank Tassone, P.A.
1833 Atlantic Boulevard , Jacksonville , Florida 32207
Practice Areas: Appellate ,Criminal Defense ,DUI/DWI,Immigration & Naturalization ,Juvenile
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“this lawyer was the most help full i could ask for over all of my legal advice”
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“Rick and Susanne Sictha of the Sictha Law firm is not only at the top of their game when it comes to representing their clients, they genuinely care about each client on a very hum…”
— Richard Midkiff

Robert Culpepper

Firm: Harris Guidi Rosner PA
1837 Hendricks Ave , Jacksonville , Florida 32207
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.3 out of 5

Jay C. Howell

644 Cesery Boulevard   300 , Jacksonville , Florida 32211
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense ,Personal Injury,Traffic Violations
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.4 out of 5

W Charles Fletcher

4237 Salisbury Road, Suite 209 , Jacksonville , Florida 32216
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Shawn A. Arnold

Firm: Arnold Law Firm, LC
2064 Park Street , Jacksonville , Florida 32204
Practice Areas: Civil ,Criminal Defense ,Drug Crimes,Felonies
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“My son was addicted to drugs and while under the influence was arrested with another third degree felony charge. He had a history of misdemenors relat...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 4.6 out of 5

Troy Webber

Firm: Hussein & Webber, P.L.
501 Riverside Avenue , Jacksonville , Florida 32202
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
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“been arrested but I would have suffered life-long effects in my career over a minor traffic issue.”
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“I endorse Troy. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 3.7 out of 5

Steven R. Browning

Firm: Spohrer Wilner Maxwell and Matthews, P.A.
701 West Adams Street   2 , Jacksonville , Florida 32204
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense ,Elder ,Health Care & Hospitalization,Toxic Substances
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“I believe my husband and I had the best representation available and a very satisfactory outcome in a difficult case. I would not hesitate to recommen...Marie”
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Lawyers Rating: Rated 4.9 out of 5

James Paul Hill

Firm: Tassone & Dreicer, LLC
1833 Atlantic Boulevard , Jacksonville , Florida 32207
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family Law
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“James is an excellent attorney who provides zealous representation for all of his clients. He is always finding innovative ways to make compelling legal arguments and never gives u…”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 1.7 out of 5

Stefani Kay Nolan

Firm: Law Office of Stefani K. Nolan, P.A.
1616 Jork Road   101 , Jacksonville , Florida 32207
Practice Areas: Child Custody & Visitation,Child Support,Criminal Defense ,Divorce,Domestic Violence,Drug Crimes,DUI/DWI,Family ,Felonies,Juvenile ,Paternity,Personal Injury,Prenuptial Agreement,Probate ,Spousal Support,Traffic Violations,Wills
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“She took me to mediation and went to court for a hearing for my divorce after paying her $40,000.00. Wen went in front of the judge wothers Keran Cole...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Ronald E. Reed

1551 Atlantic Boulevard   Second Floor  322 , Jacksonville , Florida 32207
Practice Areas: Civil ,Construction ,Criminal Defense ,Insurance
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“I've known Ron Reed for three decades. Every thing he told me turned out to be exactly what happened. I was injured in a restaurant by the carelessnes...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 1.0 out of 5

Michael L. Edwards

Firm: Michael L. Edwards
218 East Ashley Street , Jacksonville , Florida 32202
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy,Criminal Defense ,Family ,Juvenile ,Personal Injury,Probate
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“This lawyer was not well informed and would make guesses about what he thought to be the law (differences according to county or distance between part...”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Robert L. Corse

Firm: Robert L. Corse, P.A.
The Blackstone Building   233 East Bay Street Fl , Jacksonville , Florida 32202
Practice Areas: Animal Bites,Automobile Accidents,Criminal Defense ,Drug Crimes,DUI/DWI,Juvenile ,Parole and Probation,Personal Injury,Slip and Fall,Traffic Violations,White Collar Crime,Wrongful Death
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“Great to work with as far as him and office. Handled a red light ticket for me. Would recommend.”
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