The Florida DUI Defense Law Offices of Richard G. Salzman, P.A. is located in Hollywood, in Oaks Office Center, just a ½ mile west of I-95 on Sheridan Street. Richard G. Salzman represents individuals charged with Criminal Offenses in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach Counties, and now has a Regional Office in Naples, Florida.
This section contains information about the Law Offices of Richard G. Salzman’s past results. This information has not been reviewed by the Florida bar. You should know that:
- The Florida Bar does not review these case results;
- Each case is different and must be handled and evaluated on its own merits;
- Not all results are listed;
- The facts and circumstances of your case may be different from the cases in which results have been provided;
- The results and testimonials provided are not necessarily representative of results obtained in all cases.
Is your recent arrest about to ruin your life? Are you now worried about going to jail?
It’s no secret – getting arrested is a humiliating and intimidating experience! But despite what you’ve heard, getting arrested for a criminal offense is no longer a hopeless case. There are many effective and successful strategies to fight misdemeanor or serious felony charges or at least keep adverse consequences to a minimum.
Hollywood trial lawyer Richard G. Salzman will provide you with quality, individualized representation, giving you the peace of mind of knowing that your case will be resolved with the best possible outcome. Richard G. Salzman will help you understand your rights and fiercely defend them.
Below is a small sample of some of our recent and more interesting cases that we have worked on… together with the results we have obtained for our clients.
| Case: |
STATE v. Brandon G. |
| File No.: |
121-2118 |
| Facts: |
Client arrested in Dade after allegedly burglarizing a vehicle in Broward, ramming his vehicle into two police vehicles, followed by a high-speed car chase into Dade County until finally apprehended. |
| Charges: |
- AGGRAVATED BATTERY ON A LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER (1ST Degree Felony, two counts);
- AGGRAVATED FLEEING (2nd Degree Felony);
- BURGLARY OF A CONVEYANCE (3RD Degree Felony);
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| Penalty: |
Maximum Sentence – up to 80 years’ incarceration in State Prison
Minimum Mandatory – 15 years’ incarceration in State Prison |
| Result: |
I advised client to decline State’s offer of 10 years in State Prison.I was able to persuade the Judge that my client had mitigating factors which outweighed any aggravating factors. Instead of any jail time, client was given credit for time served, followed by 4 years’ probation. NO JAIL |
| Case: |
STATE v. Gary H. |
| File No.: |
090-5078 |
| Facts: |
Client stopped for drifting out of lane. Tased, arrested for DUI. |
| Charges: |
FELONY DUI (3rd offense); Refuse Blood Test; Resisting Arrest. |
| Penalty: |
Mandatory 30 days in jail, up to 5 years imprisonment; $5000 fine; 10-year Drivers License revocation. |
| Result: |
Statereduced the charge from Felony DUI to misdemeanor; 2 years’ probation; 3 year Driver’s License suspension; $2500 fine; NO JAIL |
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| Case: |
STATE v. Humberto Moreno |
| File No.: |
080-2060 |
| Facts: |
Client (legal non-US citizen) discovered with rolling paper and arrested at age 20, pled no contest to possession of drug paraphernalia. Adjudication Withheld and a $50 fine. Recently returning from his honeymoon at age 32, he is pulled out of an airport line and held in detention for Deportation proceedings. |
| Charges: |
Prior Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. |
| Penalty: |
Deportation to Colombia. |
| Result: |
Defense Motion to Withdraw Plea and Vacate Sentence; Granted. Criminal case Dismissed for lack of evidence; Deportation proceedings Dismissed.
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| Case: |
STATE v. Richie H. |
| File No.: |
071-0056 |
| Facts: |
seen arguing with wife inside truck in Dade County. Miami-Dade Police transmit BOLO (be on the lookout) describing truck and occupants. Client stopped at traffic light in Broward, based on BOLO. Failed roadside exercises, refused breath test. Arrested for DUI. |
| Charges: |
FELONY DUI (4th Offense); Refuse Breath Test; Resisting Arrest. |
| Penalty: |
Mandatory 30 days in jail, up to 5 years imprisonment as habitual offender; Drivers License Revocation for LIFE; vehicle immobilization for 3 months. |
| Result: |
Defense Motion to Suppress Evidence; Granted. State dismissed all charges |
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| Case: |
STATE v. Carlos N. |
| File No.: |
110-4098 |
| Facts: |
Client pulled over for speeding, Police find several Ecstasy pills in his possession. Arrested for felony possession of a controlled substance. |
| Charges: |
FELONY Possession of MDMA (“Ecstasy”) with Intent to Sell; Speeding. |
| Penalty: |
Felony, 2nd Degree; up to 15 years imprisonment; up to $10,000 fine. |
| Result: |
Mr. Salzman convinced State to transfer case to Broward County Drug Court Treatment Program, 1-year probation; Client completed Program successfully; Case Dismissed. |
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| Case: |
STATE v. Cesar S. |
| File No.: |
100-1083 |
| Facts: |
Client (non-US citizen, in US under an asylum petition) found with cocaine in his possession while visiting a relative in jail in 1992. Pled guilty to “attempted possession;” Adjudication Withheld and a $50 fine. After recently filing for citizenship, the old criminal record is discovered; USCIS (Immigration) begins Deportation proceedings. |
| Charges: |
Prior “Attempted” Possession of Cocaine. |
| Penalty: |
Deportation to Nicaragua. |
| Result: |
Defense Motion to Withdraw Plea and Vacate Sentence; Granted. State’s Appeal; Denied.
Criminal case Dismissed for lack of evidence;
Deportation proceedings Dismissed |
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| Case: |
STATE v. Isabel H.. |
| File No.: |
120-4109 |
| Facts: |
Client arrested in CVS for retail theft. |
| Charges: |
1st Degree Petit Theft. |
| Penalty: |
Misdemeanor, 1st Degree; up to 1 year in jail; up to $1,000 fine. |
| Result: |
Three months in Pre-Trial Diversion Program; Client completed Program successfully; Case Dismissed. |
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| Case: |
STATE v. Paul T. |
| File No.: |
110-5099 |
| Facts: |
Client found sleeping in his car after it crashed into a small ditch. Arrested for DUI. |
| Charges: |
DUI (2nd Offense); Damage to Road Surface. |
| Penalty: |
Mandatory 10 days in jail, up to 1 year imprisonment; 5-year Driver’s License Suspension; vehicle impound for 30 days. |
| Result: |
State reduced charges to Reckless Driving, Adjudication Withheld. |
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| Case: |
STATE v. K. Smith |
| File No.: |
110-2093 |
| Facts: |
Client working in upscale retail store, arrested for Grand Theft. |
| Charges: |
3rd Degree Grand Theft; Conspiracy. |
| Penalty: |
Felony, 3rd Degree; up to 5 years in jail; up to $5,000 fine. |
| Result: |
Mr. Salzman convinced State to drop conspiracy charge and transfer case to Pre-Trial Diversion Program; Client successfully completed Program;Case Dismissed. |
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