Attorney Valcarcel recently helped a client accused of taking money from her employer on several occasions. This led to very serious charges for engaging in a scheme to defraud. As a third-degree felony, she was looking at up to five years in prison and her employer was adamant that she receive jail time as part of her sentence.
By negotiating with the prosecutor and arguing that it would be impossible for our client to repay her employer from jail, the state agreed to probation as long as she pays restitution, attends a theft diversionary class, and completes a mental health evaluation. This allowed her to avoid an almost assured jail sentence and put an unfortunate situation behind her.
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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.
