Gainesville Organized Crime Defense Attorneys
Are you being investigated for or have you been charged with an organized crime?
Do you feel that you were arrested for simply being in the wrong place at the wrong time? If so, you need the help of an experienced criminal attorney to determine your best defense strategy. In the modern commercial world, it is not uncommon for an innocent individual to be involved in a crime with no intent of participating in unlawful activities. Most organized crime groups today no longer fit the stereotypes associated with a street gang or mob family, and it is easy to become entangled in an organized crime scheme while being totally unaware of the group's vertical structure and control.
Types of Organized Crime
At the Law Offices of Edwards & Jones, our lawyers understand the legal strategies needed for the defense of criminal charges involving:
- Fraudulent Schemes
- Embezzlement
- Money Laundering
- Loan Shark Operations
- Trafficking of Stolen Goods
- Hijacking of Cargo
- Bribery
- Securities "Pump & Dump"
- Smuggling & Prostitution
- Racketeering (Civil RICO)
Legal Defense Strategies | Cooperating with Investigators
Generally speaking, organized crime groups aim to create a genuine front for laundering illegally gained income through legitimate businesses. The hierarchical structure of these groups protects those in power from being easily identified by law enforcement. These groups exist in violation of multiple state statutes and federal racketeering laws. Racketeering is a crime under Chapter 895 of the Florida Statutes, and these laws are incredibly complex. If you are being investigated for participation in an organized crime group, it is critical that you protect your rights and have an attorney by your side. It is all too easy for one's own defense to be damaged while attempting to cooperate with investigators without legal representation present.
If your future is on the line, call us at (352) 329-3632 or use our 24/7 Contact Us form to learn more about our aggressive defense strategies.
Hear From Our Happy Clients
Reviews & Testimonials
At Law Offices of Edwards & Jones, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.
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"Mr. Jones went beyond needed services as a lawyer to help me with my very in depth case."Mr. Jones went beyond needed services as a lawyer to help me with my very in depth case. Very helpful throughout the whole 6-7 month process. Not only did he get all my questions answered to the best of his abilities but also really showed compassion for my family & I during the case as well as after. 5 star lawyer, highly recommended. Thank you for all your hard work!- Jackie A.
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"It is my opinion that he is clearly one of the best lawyers in the city of Gainesville."I had the pleasure of having Mr. Edwards represent me in 2006. While I was charged with a crime, Mr. Edwards insisted sternly that he was very confident he could successfully defend the charges against me. This man exudes confidence. It is my opinion that he is clearly one of the best lawyers in the city of Gainesville. You can't go wrong with Mr. Edwards!!!- Everette Sr.
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"Mr. Edwards believed in us and took a chance, we will forever be in his debt."We are from Lake City, Florida. As parents, we sought the help of Mr. Edwards on my daughter's behalf. As a young lady, she had acquired multiple felonies with the prospect of 10-15 years in prison facing her. Mr. Edwards heard our case, took it on with confidence, and got her sentence reduced to 10 years probation, and restitution. That was 8 years ago, and my daughter is married, has a son, and is doing great. She hasn't even had a traffic violation. Because Mr. Edwards believed in us and took a chance, we will forever be in his debt. He is a great lawyer, with a very big heart.- Colin
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"He put his heart into that case."I first hired Thomas Edwards to defend me and my daughter in the early 1990s. He put his heart into that case. Of all the attorneys in the state of Florida, he would be the one I would call if the need for an attorney ever arose again.- Jan
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Acquitted at Trial Possession of Cocaine
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Pre Trial Intervention Possession of Cocaine
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Withhold Of Guilt and Probation Lewd And Lascivious Battery On A Person Under 16
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Charges Dismissed Burglary With Assault Or Battery
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Charges Reduced To Misdemeanor Battery
