As a criminal defense lawyer who formally worked as Broward Prosecutor and Public Defender, I have
had the unique experience of handling both misdemeanor and felony cases on both sides of the
judicial system.
I fully understand that hiring an Attorney is a difficult decision for many reasons. One of the most
important is the cost of hiring an Attorney. When determining a fee for a particular case, I will
look to the nature of the case, its complexity, and the amount of time necessary to handle the case.
With this in mind, I make sure that my fees are reasonable and affordable within my profession. I
charge a flat fee on all my cases and payment plans can be arranged.
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My name is Dave Simmons and I am a criminal defense attorney practicing in Broward County and the Greater Fort Lauderdale Area. For the last 20 years, I have made Broward County my home and for the last 18 years I have been practicing in this community as an attorney in the criminal law justice field. My firm is conveniently located in downtown Ft. Lauderdale near the main courthouse. I am a former prosecuting attorney for the State Attorney’s Office and former Public Defender in Broward County, Florida. As such, I have had the unique experience of handling both misdemeanor and felony cases on both sides of the judicial system.
EXPERIENCE: I have been practicing law in the criminal justice field for the past 18 years. A former State Attorney and Public Defender and now in private practice for the past 13 years, my practice is devoted to defending individuals accused of a criminal offences. A criminal offense is a serious matter with the potential of having a devastating impact on your reputation and livelihood. My experience as both a former prosecutor and public defender and now bolstered by 13 years experience as a private defense lawyer has equipped me with the skills and knowledge to assert the "very best" defense in your case with the mindset of having your case dismissed and your reputation restored.
MY GOAL: It is important that you seek consultation from an experienced criminal attorney early on in the process for many reasons. One of the most important being, the State Attorney’s Office, not the arresting police agency, will have discretion as to what charges may be filed against you. Early representation by our law firm may have the benefit of having your charges dropped completely or having the charges reduced to a lesser offense.
Any criminal charge can have a devastating effect on your reputation and your livelihood. It is the goal of my firm to have your case dismissed by utilizing every option available, including negotiations with the State Attorney, Diversion Programs, Motion Practice and Trial, and upon dismissal to have the case removed from your permanent record.
My firm offers experienced and skilled representation for criminal offenses including:
•Shoplifting/Theft
•Domestic Violence
•Drug Crimes
•DUI
•Driving While License Suspended
•All Felonies Offenses
•All Misdemeanor Offenses
•Sealing & Expunging of Records
•Violations of Probation
•Juvenile Offenses
FREE CONSULTATION: "Personal Attention On Every Case" If you have been charged with a criminal offense, you may feel overwhelmed by the experience and may have many unanswered questions. My firm offers a free consultation to discuss the facts and details of your case. As you know, any arrest for a criminal offense is a serious matter, take the time to know your legal rights by calling the office and setting up your free consultation. (954) 765-3540
Dave L. Simmons, P.A., a law office in Plantation and Fort Lauderdale is dedicated to the defense of those wrongly accused of a crime. Dave Simmons is an experienced felony and misdemeanor criminal trial attorney with experience as a former Broward County Prosecutor and former Broward County Public Defender. Our Law Office has represented thousands of individuals charged with shoplifting or retail theft crimes. The Law Office of Dave Simmons PA is conveniently located near the downtown courthouse in Fort Lauderdale, FL. We offer free in person consultations at our office located at 1132 SE 3rd Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316. Please feel free to call us any time to schedule a free consultation today at (954) 765-3540.
Penalties for shoplifting and other theft crimes can include probation, jail time, fines, and of course a criminal conviction resulting in a criminal record.
The Law Offices of Dave L. Simmons, P.A. is dedicated to defending the rights of those falsely accused of a Domestic Violence. Mr. Dave Simmons is an experienced Domestic Violence criminal defense trial attorney. His experience as former Broward County Prosecutor and former Broward County Public Defender has led him to successfully represent thousands of individuals charged with Domestic Violence. His office is conveniently located in the heart of Broward County in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Call us to schedule your free consultation in person at (954) 765-3540
What is Domestic Violence in Florida?
“Domestic Violence” in the state of Florida is defined as an act of violence against a family member or member of your household. It is considered a violent crime in the state of Florida and can be filed as either a misdemeanor or a felony charge against you. Generally, when there are reports of severe or substantial injury or the involvement of weapons, the case is filed as a felony, otherwise the case is filed as a misdemeanor. A conviction for the charge of Domestic Violence (even upon a plea of no contest and a withholding of adjudication) will result in a permanent criminal record that will prevent the possibility of expungement from your record.
Domestic Violence Charges
Domestic Violence Laws in the state of Florida are extremely complex. It incorporates mandatory minimum sentencing guideline. Sanctions for a Domestic Violence conviction can include probation, jail time, fines, a no contact order, anger management, and of course a conviction resulting in a criminal record. Moreover, the charge can be used against you in a family law or child custody proceeding. If you have been charged with this offense it is important that you contact us for your Free Consultation early on in the process. We can be reached any time or day at (954) 765-3540
Skilled Domestic Violence Representation
The Law Offices of Dave L. Simmons, P.A. will vigorously defend you against any Domestic Violence charge. Also, it may be possible to convince the State Attorney’s Office not to file the charges or to file reduced charges if contact with our office is made early on in the process before the charges are formally filed by the state. Take the time to know your rights and defenses surrounding Domestic Violence by calling our office to set up your free consultation so that we may discuss your case in person: (954) 765-3540.
The Law Office of Dave L. Simmons, P.A. is dedicated to defending those individuals accused of any Drug Crime or criminal offence. Mr Dave Simmons is an experienced criminal trial attorney with over 10 years experience serving as a former Broward County Prosecutor and former Broward County Public Defender. He has represented hundreds of individuals charged with various Drug Crimes ranging from criminal possession to narcotic distribution. The Law Office of Dave Simmons PA is conveniently located near the courthouse in downtown Ft. Lauderdale and Plantation, FL. We offer free in person consultations so that we may discuss your legal options in person. If needed, we offer affordable payment plans.
The Law office of Dave L. Simmons, P.A. offers skilled and experienced representation to individuals charged with a Drug Crime including possession and distribution, but not limited to the following offences:
• COCAINE
• MARIJUANA/CANNABIS
• OXICODONE
• HYDROCODONE
• ALPRAZOLAM/XANEX
• MDMA/ESTACY
Convictions for Drug Crimes can include probation, jail time, fines, and of course a conviction resulting in a criminal record without the possibility to expunge your record. Also, any conviction for a Drug Crime in the State of Florida will result in a (2) year suspension of your Driver’s License.
In many cases, especially for first time offenders, it is the prospect of having a conviction or even an allegation of a Drug Crime conviction can have a devastating effect on ones reputation and livelihood.
Our goal at the Law Office of Dave L. Simmons, PA, is to have your case dismissed by utilizing every option that is available to us, including aggressive negotiations with the State Attorney, diversion programs, trial, and even case dismissal to have the charge removed from your permanent record.
If you are a first time offender, you may qualify for a diversion program which will allow us at the Law Office of Dave Simmons to have your case dismissed. Take the time to know your rights and defenses surrounding any charge or drug conviction by immediately calling my office to set up your free consultation so that we may discuss your case in person (954) 765-3540
With the State of Florida continuously enhancing the penalties for DUI, it is imperative that you seek representation from an experienced DUI lawyer in Broward County. Mr Dave Simmons is a former DUI prosecutor for the state a Florida. His skill and experience would be invaluable in the defense and possible dismissal of your DUI charge.
Phase 1: Securing a hardship license by waiving the Formal Review Hearing OR Contesting the Administrative Suspension of Your Driving Privilege "The New 10 Day Rule"
For first time DUI offenders, the "new 10 day rule" will allow individuals to immediately obtain a Business Purpose only license by (1) appearing at the DMV within 10 days of your arrest and signing a waiver of the hearing to contest the administrative suspension of your driving privilege and (2) signing up for DUI school.
“Business Purpose Only” is a restricted driver’s license limiting your driving privilege to any driving that is necessary to maintain ones livelihood, including work related driving, driving for medical and religious purposes, driving for educational purposes and driving to purchase necessities such as groceries.
For repeat DUI offenders and those who still wish to contest the administrative suspension, upon issuing you a DUI citation, the State of Florida and the Department of Motor Vehicles will seek an administrative suspension of your driving privilege. Upon your arrest, the actual DUI citation will act as your temporary permit to drive unless it is checked that you are ineligible for this temporary permit. If your license was suspended prior to your DUI, you may be ineligible for this permit.
Please be aware that you have only (10) days from the date of your dui arrest to contest the administrative suspension of your driving privilege. This must be done in writing by petitioning the department of motor vehicles for a formal review hearing.
Phase 2: Defending the DUI in Court
Upon your arrest for DUI, the State of Florida, acting through the State’s Attorney’s Office, will seek a conviction in your case. A DUI conviction can have lasting consequences including a negative impact on your personal and professional life. It is imperative that you call our office for a free consultation immediately.
Take the time to know your rights and defenses in DUI cases by calling the Law Office of Dave L. Simmons to set up your free consultation so that we may discuss your case in person at (954) 765-3540
We are conveniently located in downtown Ft Lauderdale at 1132 SE 3rd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
The Law Office of Dave L. Simmons, P.A. offers skilled and determined representation for sealing and expunging your records in Broward County, Florida. As an experienced criminal trial attorney, Dave Simmons has served as a former Broward County Prosecutor and former Broward County Public Defender with experience of over 10 years. Conveniently located near the courthouse in downtown Ft. Lauderdale, our law office offers free consultations Monday through Friday.
The law in Florida allows an individual a once in a lifetime opportunity, to seal or expunge a criminal record. Moments of bad judgment are a part of life, and we hope to learn valuable lessons from these mistakes. However, one mistake should not have the effect of permanently damaging your reputation. If you are in need of a criminal record sealed or expunged, contact the Law Office of Dave L. Simmons, P.A. for a free consultation.
When a record is sealed by our office, the general public will be precluded from accessing any information pertaining to your record. However, there are specific exceptions to this general rule.
Having your record sealed or expunged is a complex process. It requires contact with multiple entities including the State Attorney’s Office, Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the County Court system. It is necessary to have a skilled and experienced lawyer working on your behalf to obtain the best possible result.
If you are in need of having a criminal record sealed of expunged or have additional questions regarding this legal process, contact the Law Office of Dave L. Simmons, P.A. for a fee consultation. (954) 765-3540
The law firm of Dave L. Simmons offers experienced and knowledgeable representation for all felony offenses including the following:
•Possession of Controlled Substances
•Dealing in Stolen Property
•Felony Domestic Violence
•Burglary
•Felony DUI
•Robbery
•Resisting Arrest W/Violence
•Carrying a Concealed Firearm
•Identity Theft
•Trafficking in Drugs
•Felony Stalking
•Driving While License Suspended
•Grand Theft Auto
•Battery on Law Enforcement Officer
•Felony Battery
•Delivery of Drugs
•Felony Worthless Checks
•Credit Card Fraud
A conviction for a felony charge or even an allegation of a felony can have a devastating effect on ones reputation and livelihood.
If you have been charged with a felony offense by way of an arrest, you may feel embarrassed and upset at the situation. It is our goal at the Law Office of Dave L. Simmons, P.A. to have your cased dismissed by utilizing every option available, including negotiations with the State Attorney, diversion programs, motion practice and trial, and upon dismissal to have the case completely removed from your permanent record.
Many individuals faced with a felony offense will qualify for “diversion” programs such as the Pre-Trial Intervention Program and Drug Court, which will have the end result of dismissing your case.
If you have been charged with a Felony, you may feel overwhelmed by the experience and may have many unanswered questions. The Law Office of Dave L. Simmons, P.A., offers a free consultation to discuss the facts and details of your case. Take the time to know your legal rights by calling the office and setting up your free consultation. (954) 765-3540
The Law Office of Dave L. Simmons, P.A., is a Fort Lauderdale based law firm dedicated to representing individuals faced with Misdemeanor and other criminal offenses. When you have been charged with a crime, it is imperative that you seek consultation from an experienced criminal defense lawyer. Mr. Simmons is a former Prosecuting Attorney for the State Attorney’s Office in Broward County and former Public Defender in Broward County with over 17 years experience. He has had the unique experience of handling misdemeanor and felony cases on both sides of the judicial system in Broward County, Florida.
Our law firm offers experienced representation for all misdemeanor offenses including the following:
•Possession of Cannabis/Marijuana
•Theft/Shoplifting
•Domestic violence
•Battery
•DUI
•Assault
•Solicitation of Prostitution/Lewdness
•Carrying a Concealed Weapon
•Driving on Suspended License
•Trespass
•Worthless Checks
•Criminal Mischief
•Disorderly Intoxication
•Disorderly Conduct
•Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
•Obstruction of Justice
•Resisting Arrest
•Traffic Criminal
Minimum and Maximum Penalties for All Misdemeanor Charges
A conviction for a misdemeanor charge or even an allegation of a misdemeanor can have a devastating effect on your reputation and livelihood.
If you have been charged with a misdemeanor offense by way of an arrest or notice to appear in court, you may feel embarrassed and upset at the situation. But with the help of the Law office of Dave L. Simmons, It is our goal to have your cased dismissed by utilizing every option available, including negotiations with the State Attorney, diversion programs, motion practice and trial, and even case dismissal to have the case removed from your permanent record.
If you have been charged with a misdemeanor or other criminal offense, you may feel overwhelmed by the experience and may have many unanswered questions. The Law Office of Dave L. Simmons, P.A., offers a free consultation to discuss the details of your case and assist you in every way possible. As you know, any arrest for a criminal offense is a serious matter, take the time to know your legal rights by calling the office and setting up your free consultation. (954) 765-3540