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

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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.
  • “In an emergency situation, he was responsive, very helpful and always accessible.”

    Bill L.

  • “Great Lawyer!”

    J. Sparks

  • “I cannot thank you enough!”

    Jennifer E.

  • “If you need an attorney, call Brian!”

    Cynthia

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

    Michael M.

  • “Good guy who gets good results.”

    Derrick

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

    George N.

  • “If I ever need a lawyer, you will be the first one I call!”

    Debbie K.

  • “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

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

    Max B.

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

    Past ClientQ

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

    Lynn 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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    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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