I understand that submission of an online form does not constitute an attorneyclient relationship. The attorneys at Sammis Law Firm focus exclusively on criminal defense in the greater Tampa Bay area. For the past ten years, our main office has been located in the same building in downtown Tampa, FL, just a few blocks from the courthouse.
Our second office is located in New Port Richey in Pasco County, FL. We provide a free consultation to discuss the case over the phone, using a remote video conferencing service like Zoom, or during a face-to-face consultation in our office. Same-day consultations are available. During the consultation, we can discuss the facts of the case, the best defenses, and how to protect your legal rights at each stage of the case.
Our second office is located in New Port Richey in Pasco County, FL. We provide a free consultation to discuss the case over the phone, using a remote video conferencing service like Zoom, or during a face-to-face consultation in our office. Same-day consultations are available. During the consultation, we can discuss the facts of the case, the best defenses, and how to protect your legal rights at each stage of the case.
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At Sammis Law Firm, P.A., we limit our practice to representing clients within the criminal justice system. Our firm takes a full-service approach to criminal defense at each stage of the case. The four attorneys in the firm include Jason D. Sammis, Leslie M. Sammis, Amanda F. Brunson, and Joshua L. Monteiro.
After your arrest, the clerk's office will schedule your first court date called the "arraignment" in front of the judge. For individuals that do not have an attorney, the court will read the charges and ask the person to enter a plea - either guilty, no contest or not guilty. A conviction means you can never seal or expunge that mug shot, arrest record, or court record of the conviction.
Florida law distinguishes between civil traffic infractions and criminal traffic violations. Civil traffic infractions are only punishable by a fine. Examples of civil traffic violations include a speeding ticket or a citation for running a red light. On the other hand, criminal traffic violations can be classified as either a felony or a misdemeanor, both of which are punishable by incarceration in jail or prison.
Chapter 893, F.S., contains different provisions criminalizing the possession, sale, purchase, manufacture, and delivery of controlled substances. F.S., provides penalties for drug trafficking offenses which include the minimum mandatory sentences and fines. Those penalties for drug trafficking crimes increase in severity as the quantity of the controlled substance involved increases.
Update: Effective on 7/1/19, the State Hemp Program (2019 CS/CS/SB 1020) took effect. Now that hemp is legal under Florida law, it raises many new defenses for fighting possession of cannabis charges.
Since hemp became legal, prosecutors are dropping charges because of bigger problems with the sniff or smell search, presumptive roadside tests for probable cause, or evidentiary problems with proving the THC level of the cannabis or marijuana (to distinguish it from legal hemp).Although possession of cannabis is legal for recreational purposes in many states, Florida law still imposes harsh penalties for the possession of marijuana.
Since hemp became legal, prosecutors are dropping charges because of bigger problems with the sniff or smell search, presumptive roadside tests for probable cause, or evidentiary problems with proving the THC level of the cannabis or marijuana (to distinguish it from legal hemp).Although possession of cannabis is legal for recreational purposes in many states, Florida law still imposes harsh penalties for the possession of marijuana.
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Jennifer Lauren
Mar 26, 2021
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I had a large amount of money seized by homeland security after a traffic stop , Sammis law firm gave me peace of mind . They told me from the beginning they had confidence to getting me back my funds , and they did just that . They were quick to answer any of my questions , and they delivered their end of the deal . Thank you! I will definitely recommend as well as rehire.
Forrest Stevens
Sep 17, 2020
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Worked with Mrs. Brunson on this on a case. She was more than responsive, helpful, and worked to ensure the best possible result. She took the care and diligence to understand the intricacies of the case to get the best possible result. The entire team at Sammis is beyond fantastic! Couldn't recommend enough!
Michael Holloway
Oct 06, 2018
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Chris Vincent
Oct 02, 2018
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Allison Hutchins
Aug 24, 2018
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Vicki Carll
May 04, 2018
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The Sammis Law Group are awesome Criminal attorneys as well as ones who are well-versed in DUI cases. The Sammis Law Group won the infamous 60 second unanimous not guilty verdict against retail Goliath Walmart! This Law Group treated me like family. They kept in touch with me and communicate wiith me. That was very important as I was going through a very very traumatic time! You can look no further because this Law Firm is the best! I will be eternally grateful to the excellent work that they gave to my case. You cannot go wrong with this Law Firm!
They are definitely winners!
Thanks again Sammis
They are definitely winners!
Thanks again Sammis
