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

Criminal Defense

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

    Past ClientQ

  • “He is an attorney who has great confidence and yet is humble and honest.”
  • “He is excellent in every way. The attorney to hire.”

    Past Client

  • “Brian Edwards was amazing!”

    Brian

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

    Scott

  • “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

  • “Great Lawyer!”

    J. Sparks

  • “I cannot thank you enough!”

    Jennifer E.

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

    Jerry L.

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

    Past Client

  • “With Brian's help, guidance, and expertise, my charges were dropped before it ever went to a hearing.”

    David

  • “He makes you feel like your case is the top priority and he listens to you.”

    Past Client

  • “His rate was very reasonable and his services are worth every dollar he charges, and more.”

    Caroline

  • “I have dealt with many attorneys and none have been as forthcoming and caring as Brian.”

    George N.

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
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