If you have been charged with DUI, Probation Violation, Domestic Violence, Fraud, or another crime, having an experienced defense lawyer behind you can be the difference between being convicted and going free. No matter what type of crime you are being accused of or how convinced you are of your innocence, it is essential that you seek the advice of a capable attorney with the ability to protect your rights.
Over the past 40 years, I have handled thousands of criminal cases ranging from misdemeanor DUI, to juvenile delinquency proceedings, to first-degree murder. I am one of the few lawyers in Central Florida certified to handle death penalty cases. As a former Assistant State Attorney in Orange County and Osceola County, I know how prosecutors think.
Over the past 40 years, I have handled thousands of criminal cases ranging from misdemeanor DUI, to juvenile delinquency proceedings, to first-degree murder. I am one of the few lawyers in Central Florida certified to handle death penalty cases. As a former Assistant State Attorney in Orange County and Osceola County, I know how prosecutors think.
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Before I became a criminal defense attorney, I was a Florida state prosecutor for Orange and Osceola counties, handling both misdemeanor and felony cases. I left the state prosecutor's office in 1982 with more than 70 criminal trials under my belt to open a criminal defense law firm in Kissimmee.
Over the past 40 years, I have handled thousands of criminal cases ranging from misdemeanor DUI, to juvenile delinquency proceedings, to first-degree murder.I am one of the few lawyers in Central Florida certified to handle death penalty cases. As a sole-attorney practice, you can be assured that you will work with me on your case from the start to finish.
Over the past 40 years, I have handled thousands of criminal cases ranging from misdemeanor DUI, to juvenile delinquency proceedings, to first-degree murder.I am one of the few lawyers in Central Florida certified to handle death penalty cases. As a sole-attorney practice, you can be assured that you will work with me on your case from the start to finish.
If you have been arrested for drunk driving in Florida, you only have 10 days to file for a hearing with the Department of Motor Vehicles to prevent your driver's license from being suspended. To protect your driver's license, contact a lawyer as soon as possible. In Florida, a drunk driving arrest can cost you not only your driver's license, but you could also be facing substantial fines and other penalties.
If you have been arrested for drunk driving in Florida, you only have 10 days to file for a hearing with the Department of Motor Vehicles to prevent your driver's license from being suspended. To protect your driver's license, contact a lawyer as soon as possible. In order to get your license back, you must file for a hearing with the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (DHSMV) within 10 days of the suspension.
Under Florida's implied consent law, anyone who applies for and accepts a driver's license in this state consents to taking a breath test when asked to do so by a police officer. You have the legal right to refuse the breath test, but your license will automatically be suspended if you choose to do so.
A conviction for a second or subsequent DUI can make it much more difficult to obtain a hardship license. Preserve your driving privileges, contact a lawyer as soon as possible. People who are convicted of a second drunk driving violation within five years in Florida can face some extremely severe penalties, including increased fines, longer license suspensions and mandatory jail time.
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Tim M.
Oct 22, 2021
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I would like to provide a recommendation for Attorney Kelley. I had a very serious case and contacted Richard for help. Due to the nature of the case, urgency was needed in settling this matter. Upon contacting Kelley's office, I received an immediate response. I spoke briefly with Richard, and he took my case on the spot, and scheduled me to come in and discuss it in detail with him. When I arrived at the office, Richard took my case seriously and listened carefully to every word I had to say. Within a week and a half, my case was completely dropped. I didn't even have to go to court. I want to
Herendira Bermejo
Oct 19, 2021
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Stardust Chase
Sep 25, 2021
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Lora Jackson
Aug 15, 2021
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Mr. Kelley is an amazing attorney!!!
My brother was looking at extensive jail time and numerous felony convictions. With Mr. Kelley's extensive knowledge of the law and many, many years of developing relationships within the Kissimmee court system, he was able to get my brother NO jail time! Probation, community service and a couple of classes. He is truly a great criminal defense attorney. If you should ever find yourself in trouble, definitely hire Richard Nick Kelley
My brother was looking at extensive jail time and numerous felony convictions. With Mr. Kelley's extensive knowledge of the law and many, many years of developing relationships within the Kissimmee court system, he was able to get my brother NO jail time! Probation, community service and a couple of classes. He is truly a great criminal defense attorney. If you should ever find yourself in trouble, definitely hire Richard Nick Kelley
John Grow
Jul 20, 2021
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I can't thank Mr. Kelley enough for saving me and my family. What can I say, other than he is an amazing attorney and and truly a gift from god. I am so grateful that he was in my corner. I thought for sure I would go to jail but, the amazing Mr. Kelley was able to keep me out of jail and save my family! The truth is, there is no way I would have survived and my family would have been decimated. I can't thank him enough and I am just so grateful to have him represent me. There is no attorney better in my book!
John Copeland
Jun 18, 2021
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Jody Dolan
May 30, 2021
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H. Smith
May 27, 2021
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Attorney Nick Kelly is a very knowledgeable, skilled, experienced, honest, and trustworthy lawyer. He made me feel safe, respected, heard and valued from the moment we met to the moment he resolved my legal issue and my case was dropped. He took the care and time to review the facts of the case, talk with me, and gain an understanding. Additionally, he maintained his availability and responsiveness both before and after I retained him and made my payment. It felt like I paid to have Superman on my team. I was able to go to work each day and take care of my family knowing that Kelly was doing his
Alejandra Alvarez
Feb 06, 2021
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Nick Kelley is hands down one of the best lawyers I have ever worked with. Immediately with bringing him on board to work my case he began working thoroughly. Not even 2 weeks after I hired him he gave me a call letting me know that my case was dropped. I am so grateful that I was referred to him and I definitely recommend him to anyone that needs help fighting a legal case. 10/10!!! 😊
Vik Bhatia
Oct 14, 2020
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Mr. Kelley is a consummate professional in every manner of his work. He gives his clients the diligence their cases require, and more. He handled a case for my family, one of which was dismissed entirely. His thorough grasp of the law lends itself well to earnest advice given concisely and always with best interests in mind. Stop messing around and hire him.
