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

    Brian

  • “Brian Edwards is by far the most effective lawyer I have seen.”

    James B.

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

    Cynthia

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

    Scott

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

    Bill L.

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

    Jerry L.

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

    Max B.

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

    George N.

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

    Tina

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

    Cynthia

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

    Past Client

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

    Lynn M.

  • “Having you return calls, follow through, and facilitate a reduced sentence helped us greatly.”

    Michael & Sandra B.

  • “Great Lawyer!”

    J. Sparks

  • “He is absolutely the best attorney I know.”

    Carissa P.

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
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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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