Larry Sandefer Board Certified Criminal Defense Trial Attorney
Proudly Serving Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Tampa Bay Area, and
Entire State of Florida

Over 30 Years Criminal Courtroom Experience
Over 5000 Criminal Cases Handled

Criminal Defense Attorney for Drug Crimes, Drug Trafficking, Drunk Driving DUI BUI, Domestic Violence, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, all Felonies & Misdemeanors
 

The goal and philosophy of Sandefer Law Firm is to provide aggressive, high quality criminal and DUI defense representation. Sandefer Law Firm strives to maintain the highest professional and personal ethics and to be known for knowledge, ability, preparedness, professionalism and concern for you, the client.

Honesty, integrity, and professionalism are not just words at Sandefer Law Firm. They are actions.

Experience, Reputation, and Commitment make the difference. We urge you to ask around. Ask attorneys, judges, court personnel, friends, and neighbors.

Please Contact us today to schedule your free initial consultation.

		Board Certified Criminal Trial Attorney by the Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education
		Named to the Bar Register of Preeminent Attorneys
		AV Rated Firm by Martindale Hubble

Sandefer Law handles all criminal matters including DUI/BUI/Traffic, Drug Trafficking, Drug Possession, Outstanding Warrants / Accusations, Sex Offenses/Lewdness, Domestic Violence, Consumer Fraud, Theft/Burglary, Aggravated Assault/Battery, Resisting Arrest, Pornography / Internet Crimes, Weapons Offenses/10-20-Life, Homicide / Manslaughter, White Collar Crime, Record Sealing, Probation Violation, Felonies/Misdemeanors.

Sandefer Law Firm also provides Personal Injury representation for people injured by negligence, auto accidents and other unfortunate events.

Experience

Larry Sandefer is not only a former trial prosecutor, where he handled thousands of court cases, while an assistant state attorney he became a Lead Trial Attorney handling major cases at trial such as murder, robbery, and life felonies. Mr. Sandefer also served in one of the top positions in the state attorney’s office, that of Division Director. As a Division Director he supervised and trained other experienced felony attorneys and misdemeanor attorneys. In this position, he made filing and sentencing decisions and recommendations. He trained and assisted other prosecutors in the office. Larry Sandefer was also on-call for homicides which had occurred and responded to active homicide scenes where he advised the police and provided legal support. Mr. Sandefer presented homicide cases to the Pinellas County Grand Jury. He tried major cases which included homicides, sex crimes, and multi-jurisdictional crimes. He has continued, as a defense attorney, handling major cases. He has tried over 15 murder cases and handled many more. Mr. Sandefer is a graduate of the United States Drug Enforcement Administration Law Enforcement Seminar on undercover narcotics investigation techniques

In his over 30 years of criminal courtroom experience, Larry Sandefer is proud of the many honors and recognitions that he has received. However, he takes the most pride in the work that he has done for the individuals he has represented who have depended on him when they have been accused of a crime by the State of Florida and they face the full resources of the State.

Early Intervention can be Important for You

Just because someone is arrested, it does not mean they will be charged with a crime. The State Attorney must file a formal charge. They do this with a document called an Information or by seeking an Indictment from a Grand Jury. It is important to contact an attorney early. Early intervention by an experienced attorney and one familiar with the processes can make the difference on whether or not your case is filed, dropped to a lesser defense, dismissed, or in what type of charge may be filed. Once a charge is filed by the State Attorney, it may be more difficult to get it reduced or dropped. The fact that Larry Sandefer is a former Division Director, and Lead Trial Attorney while a prosecutor ensures the experience and credibility necessary to represent your interests effectively before the State Attorney’s Office and the Court.

“Target” Crimes

In the Bay Area, including Pinellas County, Hillsborough County, and Pasco County, law enforcement takes an aggressive stance regarding DUI investigations, drug trafficking, domestic violence, sex crimes, and Internet crimes. They are also aggressive towards many other charges including lewd and lascivious behavior, false or forged prescriptions, doctor shopping, child abuse, elderly abuse, consumer crimes, white collar crime, home invasion, weapons offenses and other ‘target’ crimes. You should select an attorney experienced in handling these matters.

Someone at Sandefer Law Firm is available to take your call 24 hours a day.

Location

The main office of Sandefer Law Firm is in Clearwater on Belcher Road one block south of Gulf-to-Bay Blvd. It is easy to find and access from all of Pinellas County and Tampa. It is located about 15 miles from the Criminal Court Complex in Clearwater. We also have locations to meet with clients in St. Petersburg and Tampa. When you need a Clearwater Criminal Defense Lawyer, a St. Petersburg Criminal Defense Lawyer, or a Tampa Criminal Defense Lawyer, please contact Sandefer Law Firm.

It is important to discuss your case with an experienced attorney. Please Contact us today for your FREE initial consultation.


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Sandefer Law Firm trial attorneys represent individuals in Criminal Defense, DUI Defense, Drug Crimes, Domestic Violence, Sex Crimes, and Personal Injury cases throughout the Tampa Bay Florida area including Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Largo, Seminole, Pinellas Park, Palm Harbor, Safety Harbor, Tarpon Springs, New Port Richey, Pasadena, St. Pete Beach, Indian Rocks Beach, Redington Beach, Bradenton, Sarasota, Ft. Myers, and all surrounding areas.