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Fort Myers Criminal Defense Lawyer

Don't wait until it's too late to get defense.

It is vitally important that you have skilled legal assistance on your side. While the severity of the punishment varies depending on the specifics of the crime, many criminal sentences can include fines, imprisonment, and more.

If you are facing criminal charges, then you are likely experiencing fear and anxiety about the future. At Brian L. Edwards, Esq., we understand the serious situation that you are in. We have helped many individuals in the past who were facing similar circumstances and have been successful in fighting many criminal charges in and around Fort Myers.

Recent Case Results
    • Violation of Probation No Jail Time
    • Violation of Pre-Trial Services No Jail Time
    • Aggravated Battery No Jail Time
    • Illegally Carrying a Firearm Charges Dropped
    • Resisting an Officer Charge Dismissed
    • Failing to Appear in Court Bench Warrant Removed
    • Introducing Contraband Charge Reduced
    • Violation of Probation Reduced Time
    • Battery Case Dismissed
    • Second DUI No Jail Time
    • Leaving Scene of Accident No Conviction
    • Aggravated Battery Charge Dismissed
    • Grand Theft Case Dismissed
    • Driving on Suspended License Case Dismissed
    • Sale of Controlled Substance No Jail Time
    • Resisting an Officer Time Already Served
    • Driving on Suspended License Case Dismissed
    • Possession of Marijuana Charge Dismissed
    • Burglary No Jail - Probation
    • Possession of Marijuana Case Dismissed
    • Underage Drinking Case Dismissed
    • Resisting an Officer Case Dismissed
    • Possession of Controlled Substance Charge Dismissed
    • DUI Charge Reduced
    • Violation of Probation No Jail Time
    • Driving on Suspended License Charge Reduced
    • Battery Charge Dismissed
    • Stolen Property Charge Dropped
    • Resisting Arrest Case Dismissed
    • Larceny Theft No Jail Time
    • Violating Probation No Jail Time
    • Driving on Suspended License Case Dismissed
    • DUI Charge Dismissed
    • DUI Charge Reduced
    • Violating Probation Warrant Dismissed
    • Possession of Drug Equipment No Jail Time
    • Grand Theft Charges Dismissed
    • Resisting an Officer No Probation
    • Failing to Appear Bench Warrant Removed
    • Violation of Probation No Jail Time
    • Trespassing Case Dismissed
    • Life Felony Burglary Charge Reduced
    • Possession of Marijuana Charge Dismised
    • Driving on Suspended License Case Dismissed
    • Driving on Suspended License Case Dismissed
    • Burglary Charge Dismissed
    • Driving on Suspended License Charge Reduced
    • Violation of Probation Probation Modified
    • Violating Probation Offer Reduced
    • Driving on Suspended License Case Dismissed
    • Possession of Controlled Substance Non-Conviction
    • Leaving Scene of Accident Case Dismissed
    • Unauthorized Driver Case Dismissed
    • Grand Theft Charge Dismissed
    • Petit Theft Case Dismissed
    • Sexual Battery Case Dismissed
    • Battery Case Dismissed
    • Unauthorized Driver Case Dismissed
    • Possesion of Prescription Drugs Case Dismissed
    • Grand Theft Case Dismissed
    • Resisting an Officer; Possession of Drugs Sent to Drug Court
    • DUI Charge Reduced
    • Battery Case Dismissed
    • DUI Case Dismissed
    • Aggravated Battery Case Dismissed
    • Carrying Concealed Firearm Charge Dismissed
    • Petit Theft Charge Dismissed
    • Driving on Suspended License Case Dismissed
    • DUI Charge Reduced
    • Domestic Violence Case Dismissed
    • Burglary Case Dismissed
    • Burglary Charge Dropped
    • Violating Probation Off Probation
    • Possession of Marijuana Charge Dismissed
    • Possession and Sale of Marijuana Case Dismissed
    • Violating an Injunction Case Dismissed
    • Battery Charge Dismissed
    • Possession of Marijuana Charges Dismissed
    • Battery Case Dismissed
    • Aggravated Assault Charges Dismissed
    • Burglary No Jail Time
    • Walked Out of Treatment Out of Jail/House Arrest
    • Possession of Controlled Substance Charge Dismissed
    • Battery Charges Dropped
    • Drug Possession Felony Kept Off Record
    • Drug Possession Charge Dismissed
    • Felony Possession Charge Dismissed
    • Violation of Probation Probation Modified
    • Grand Theft No Jail Time
    • VOP and Battery Probatoin Reinstated
    • Aggravated Battery Probation
    • Burglary & Grand Theft Probation
    • Violation of Probation No Jail Time / Probation Reinstated
    • Possession of Marijuana Charge Reduced
    • Violtion of Probation Probation Modified
    • Selling Alcohol to Minor Case Dismissed
    • Felony 3rd DUI Charge Reduced
    • Robbery No Jail Time
    • DUI Charge Reduced
    • Hit and Run Charge Dropped
    • Illegally Catching Fish Charges Dismissed
    • Possession of Marijuana Charge Reduced
    • Violation of Probation Modified Probation
    • Possession of Marijuana Case Dismissed
    • Racing on Highway Case Dismissed
    • Petit Theft Charges Dismissed
    • Possession of Marijuana Charge Dismissed
    • Driving Without Valid License Case Dismissed
    • Criminal Racing Case Dismissed
    • Drug Charges Charge Reduced
    • DUI Charge Reduced
    • Possession of Marijuana Case Dismissed
    • DUI Case Reduced
    • Robbery With Weapon No Jail Time
    • Sale of Illegal Narcotics Probation
    • Possession of Marijuana Charge Dismissed
    • Resisting an Officer Charge Reduced
    • Violating Probation Time Served
    • Selling Alcohol to Minor Case Dismissed
    • Grand Theft Charge Reduced
    • Leaving Scene of Accident Case Dismissed
    • Resisting an Officer Case Dismissed
    • Fourth DUI Time Already Served
    • DUI Charge Reduced
    • Carrying Concealed Firearm Charge Reduced
    • Violating Probation Probation Modified
    • Sale of Controlled Substance Charge Dismissed
    • Driving on Suspended License Case Dismissed
    • Felony Theft No Jail Time
    • Aggravated Battery Case Dismissed
    • Possession of Controlled Substance Charge Dismissed
    • Grand Theft Minimal Probation
    • Leaving Scene of Accident No Jail Time
    • Aggravated Battery Charge Reduced
    • Possession of Marijuana No Conviction
    • DUI Charge Reduced
    • Possession of Firearm Reduced Time
    • Battery Charge Dismissed
    • Trafficking Heroin Charge Reduced
    • Resisting an Officer Charge Dismissed
    • Possession of Controlled Substance Charge Dismissed
    • Possession of Snook Charges Dismissed
    • Violating Probation Probation Modified
    • Leaving Scene of Accident Case Dismissed
    • Possession of Controlled Substance Case Dismissed
    • Possession of Marjiuana Kept License
    • 2nd DUI Charge Reduced
    • Aggravated Battery Probation

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Our Testimonials

Clients Highly Recommend Us!

We have had the honor of helping hundreds of individuals protect their rights and retain their freedom in the face of a serious criminal charge. For honest, objective recounts of what it's like to work with our attorneys, take a look at our client testimonials, and then call our firm for the defense you need.
  • “I felt a lot better with you by my side. You're the best!”

    Jason S.

  • “Brian Edwards was amazing!”

    Brian

  • “Passionate, honest, and truthful in everything he did.”

    Cristina S.

  • “He is an attorney who has great confidence and yet is humble and honest.”
  • “If you need an attorney, call Brian!”

    Cynthia

  • “He will do the best job he can for you without a doubt.”

    Past Client

  • “Getting the deal we wanted was just the icing on the cake . You answered all my questions and made me feel like you were really fighting for ME!!!”

    Christina S

  • “I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend your services to anyone and everyone.”

    Cynthia

  • “Brian is one of the area's best DUI attorneys.”

    Max B.

  • “Good guy who gets good results.”

    Derrick

  • “Brian Edwards, worked out a deal that saved my life.”

    Michael M.

  • “He will go above and beyond for you!”

    Kimberly B.

  • “Mr. Edwards saved us time, money and, most importantly; gave me peace of mind.”

    Lynn M.

  • “We always feel more comfortable executing a bond when you're on the case.”

    Second Chance Bail Bonds

  • “He has saved my career due to his relentless commitment.”

    Past ClientQ

Results Matter

Let us put our vast experience to work for you.

It is no secret that a criminal conviction can permanently impact the rest of your life. Without strong legal representation, you could spend years trying to repair your reputation. Our firm is committed to giving you the best chance at a favorable outcome, no matter what you are facing.

Here at Brian L. Edwards, Esq., we offer a free case evaluation so that you may receive legal advice regarding your situation at any time without any financial obligation or commitment on your part. Our Fort Myers criminal defense lawyer can provide you with answers, helpful discussion regarding your case, advise you as to the best actions to take, and provide you with aggressive representation in your case. As a life-time resident of Lee County, Attorney Edwards understands the local courts and judges better than most law firms.

Work with a Former Assistant State Attorney

Attorney Brian L. Edwards is one of a select few lawyers in the state of Florida who has successfully defended against murder charges. Due to his tireless efforts and knowledgeable defense, one murder case ended with dropped charges on the "Stand Your Ground" law.

If you are facing murder or even violent crime charges, you can be sure that our firm will put our extensive experience to work for you. We understand how these cases work, and we have experience on both sides of the courtroom as former prosecutors.

  • Over 20 Years of Experience
  • Former Assistant State Attorney
  • Featured on CBS and NBC
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  • Brian Edwards Discusses Tragic Cape Coral Fatality on NBC 2 News
    Brian Edwards Discusses Tragic Cape Coral Fatality on NBC 2 News
    Posted by Jeremy Buck

    Following a fatal Cape Coral car crash, Brian Edwards joined NBC 2 News to discuss the case. His insight as a former prosecutor is especially ...

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  • Surprise ruling in the George Zimmerman case
    Surprise ruling in the George Zimmerman case
    Posted by Attorney Edwards

    Wow! What a surprising ruling! This type of evidence is almost always inadmissible in Florida because the probative value of the evidence does not ...

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