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

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

    Cynthia

  • “My mind was put at ease after speaking with.”

    Scott

  • “I felt a lot better with you by my side. You're the best!”

    Jason S.

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

    Second Chance Bail Bonds

  • “I would run to him in a minute if I need legal help.”

    Tina

  • “If and when you need an attorney, let Brian be the one.”

    Mandy G.

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

    Max B.

  • “His fees are reasonable and I believe he secured the best possible outcome for me.”

    Jerry L.

  • “He is an attorney who has great confidence and yet is humble and honest.”
  • “Good guy who gets good results.”

    Derrick

  • “He is excellent in every way. The attorney to hire.”

    Past Client

  • “Great Lawyer!”

    J. Sparks

  • “I cannot thank you enough!”

    Jennifer E.

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

    Past Client

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

    Michael M.

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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Criminal Defense Blog

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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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