Criminal Defense Attorney Deltona
Fighting for Clients In Deland, Daytona Beach and Throughout Central Florida
Attorney Matt Thompson is a former Florida prosecutor and a longtime Volusia County lawyer. He's been practicing criminal defense under his own private firm since 2013, and he has the dedicated, aggressive approach (and the personalized attention) needed when you're charged with a felony or misdemeanor offense in Deltona, Florida.
Have you been charged with a crime in Central Florida? With offices conveniently located in DeLand and Daytona Beach, our team can defend you against your criminal charges.
To learn more about Matt Thompson's history as a Florida attorney and to get a glimpse of his vast legal experience in the Sunshine State, click here.
Since opening his own firm, Matt Thompson has helped numerous residents of Deltona and the surrounding areas with troubling, complicated issues involving an arrest or citation for a crime.
A Florida-Focused Criminal Defense Attorney for Misdemeanor and Felony Offenses
Matt Thompson knows the laws of Florida inside and out and works to steadfastly to resolve his clients' issues, all while protecting their rights and telling the whole story in front of a judge, courtroom or jury. Whether you're an adult facing a DUI, drug charge, or another serious criminal offense – or the parent of a juvenile that has committed a crime – attorney Matt Thompson has the attentive, available, and sound legal guidance you need in a very challenging time for yourself and your loved ones.
A Private Law Practice Affords You the Personal Attention Your Case Deserves
When you contact criminal attorney Matt Thompson, you will speak to him – not a receptionist or legal aid. From the get-go you will receive thoughtful, dependable advice from someone with an incredible track record for bringing light to situations that may otherwise cause great legal strife and much heartache.
Your Criminal Case Can't Wait - Call Attorney Matt Thompson Directly to Resolve Your Legal Woes
In cases of criminal offense (especially for traffic, DUI, and drug crimes or arrests) it's important to get to the heart of the issue quickly. The quicker you contact an attorney and tell your story to a qualified lawyer who can listen, dissect, and bring light to your case–the more likely important facts about the events surrounding your situation will not be lost with time.
Call Thompson Law today to get started: (386) 280-4977.
Our Settlements & Verdicts
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Charges Reduced Aggravated Battery on Law Enforcement Officer
Attorney Thompson provided the State with an extensive mitigation packet outlining the Defendant’s military service record and disability based on PTSD. Defendant was offered a minor jail sanction (60) days followed by probation in lieu of a 5-year minimum prison sentence as was originally offered by the State.
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All Charges Reduced Aggravated Battery
Attorney Thompson conducted depositions on the alleged victim and third-party witness. Attorney Thompson was able to show that the victim was harassing the Defendant and was not being truthful to the police. Attorney Thompson filed Order to Show Cause against the third-party witness for avoiding subpoena for depositions.
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All Charges Dismissed Sexual Battery & Domestic Battery
Mr. Thompson took depositions of the victim showing that the victim was not truthful with police when she provided her statement as to what happened. Confronted victim with social media posts, bank records, and telephone records to show that she was not in the places that she stated she was during the time the alleged crime took place. Case 1 was dismissed and the Defendant pled to Case 2 and received two (2) years of prison and credit for fifteen (15) months in prison.
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All Charges Dismissed Battery
The Client was working as a part time substitute teacher to help generate income to help his sick child granddaughter. While working there were children acting up and he instructed the child to stay in his seat while the others went to recess. The child claimed that the client hit him and told administration. Attorney Thompson did a public records request to obtain reports from the Department of Children and Families and noticed serious discrepancies in the child’s story. Attorney Thompson was able to p
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All Charges Dismissed Racing on the Highway
Client was arrested after leaving a car show in a fast vehicle. Officers suspected the client of racing another vehicle and police officers pulled him over, drug him out of his vehicle, and arrested him for both racing on the highway and resisting an officer without violence. Upon review of the body camera video, Attorney Matt Thompson raised an excessive use of force complaint against the arresting officer. All charges against the client were dismissed.
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Penalties Reduced Grand Theft, Fleeing, Possession of a Fictitious Driver’s License
Attorney Matt Thompson, through depositions and litigation was able to show that officers did not act according to the warrant by picking up the client immediately upon sight. The charge of Fleeing or Attempting to Elude Law Enforcement, which carries a mandatory felony conviction, was dismissed by the State and the client was offered probation and no felony conviction.