Criminal Defense in Orlando
Practical Concerns Associated With A Criminal Conviction
In addition to direct criminal consequences such as fines, jail time, a prison sentence or probation, a misdemeanor or felony criminal conviction in Orlando often results in other practical ramifications that are sometimes referred to as "collateral consequences." The collateral consequences of a criminal conviction are not sanctions that are imposed by a judge or the sentencing court, but rather are simply negative results stemming from the criminal conviction. Collateral consequences vary widely depending on the type of crime involved and circumstances of a case. Examples of collateral consequences include:
- Administrative license suspensions
- Adverse employment consequences including suspensions and job loss
- Denial of professional or occupational license
- Deportation or exclusion of non-citizens and related immigration concerns
- Disciplinary proceedings including suspension and expulsion hearings
- Loss of civil rights including the right to vote
- Loss of educational opportunities
- Loss of right to possess firearms
- Revocation or suspension of a professional or occupational license
A vital consideration in all our cases is the determination of the potential collateral consequences a criminal conviction may have to our client. At Kirkconnell, Lindsey, Snure & Yates, we understand these concerns as well as the process of expungement or sealing of a criminal record, which may be available under certain circumstances and operates to clear criminal arrest information from a person's record. This process may apply to most misdemeanors and minor felony cases, both adult and juvenile offenses.
To learn more about the collateral consequences of a criminal conviction or how to expunge a criminal conviction through the process of expungement please contact Kirkconnell, Lindsey, Snure & Yates today. We handle cases throughout the counties of Orange, Seminole, Lake, Volusia, Polk, Brevard and Osceola. Communities throughout Central Florida that we serve include Winter Park, Orlando, Sanford, Tavares, Leesburg, Deland, Daytona Beach, Lakeland, Bartow, Melbourne, Titusville, Viera, and Kissimmee. We offer clients:
- Experienced attorneys who level the playing field with the prosecution
- Board certified criminal defense lawyers
- AV rated criminal defense lawyers
- Emergency service and flexible office hours
- Personal care and attention by experienced trial attorneys
- Credit cards accepted
