We recently represented a client involved in a Sarasota, Florida undercover police sting. Our client, a 30-year-old man, was charged with traveling to meet a minor for sexual purposes after allegedly soliciting the minor through an online Craigslist ad. The man had his own business and was uneasy about a potential prison sentence and the fate of his business.
Attorney, EriKa Valcarcel reviewed the pending case against her client. The state’s attorney wanted our client to be sentenced to six years in prison based on the magnitude of this charge but came down to four years after intense rounds of negotiations. During an open plea, attorney Valcarcel brought in community members to testify on his behalf as well as an expert to determine his lack of risk for reoffending upon reentering society. As a result of a successful sentencing hearing, our client received an 11 month and 29-day county jail sentence, an astounding result.
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"Erika Valcarcel, Criminal Defense Lawyer, P.A. is the best you will find. Erika Valcarcel is completely honest and straightforward. She took a huge burden off my shoulders many times during difficult periods of my life knowing that she was doing everything that that could and should be done. Her knowledge is extensive and her advice has always been right on the mark. She is worth every penny of the fee she charges. You cannot go wrong securing her services."
Joni A. | Sarasota County
Domestic Violence Charges Dismissed in 10 Days
When a client was arrested for battery after an altercation with his girlfriend, he immediately contacted attorney Erika Valcarcel. The client was adamant that the entire situation was a misunderstanding, but nevertheless he was looking at a domestic violence conviction and potentially up to a year in jail. We acted fast on his behalf and discussed the situation with the State attorney’s office. We informed the prosecutor that our client's girlfriend did not want to proceed and highlighted the weaknesses in their case. Once they were aware of these developments, we successfully arranged to have the charges dismissed. This was all before our client's first court date and impressively all done within 10 days of the initial arrest.
