If you are facing criminal charges, virtually every aspect of your life is threatened. Your freedom, dignity, ability to sustain a career and reputation in the community may suffer irrevocable harm, and the results may change your life forever. With stakes this high, you need and deserve an experienced attorney to protect your rights and guide you through the intimidating, complex process of building the case for your defense.

As a skilled St. Lucie County, Florida Criminal Defense Attorney, I have over 10 years experience in the practice of law. For 6 of those years, I served as a criminal prosecutor which provided me with a solid foundation and keen insight that greatly benefits those who I defend. The types of criminal cases I have handled include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Drug charges: the possession, sale, distribution, manufacture or purchase of all illegal drugs, such as marijuana, methamphetamine, LSD, ecstasy, oxycodone, and cocaine; prescription fraud, and possession of drug paraphernalia.
• Violent crimes and sexual charges: domestic violence and violations of injunctions for protection, battery, assault, stalking, robbery, rape, sexual battery, child abuse, hate crimes, lewd and lascivious, burglary, kidnapping, false imprisonment, carrying a concealed weapon, exposure of sexual organs, prostitution/solicitation, and criminal transmission of HIV.
• Property crime and non-violent charges: grand and petty theft, shoplifting, worthless checks, forgery, receiving stolen property, arson, criminal mischief, vandalism, trespass, racketeering, conspiracy, fraud involving credit cards, the elderly, securities, taxes, checks, banking, unemployment compensation, medicaid, identity theft, internet / computer crimes, embezzlement, and crimes against the government and/or the state.
• Driving charges: driving under the influence (DUI), driving while license suspended (DWLS), reckless driving, and leaving scene of an accident (hit and run).
• Other matters: juvenile offenses, sealing records and expungement, violations of probation, post-conviction matters, appeals, mental competency hearings, Department of Motor Vehicle administrative hearings, and extradition.
  

When faced with a criminal charge, ultimately, the prosecution must prove the guilt of an accused beyond a reasonable doubt. As a former prosecutor, I know first-hand what it takes to do so. I understand the challenges and obstacles that both the police and the prosecution face. I know where to look for weaknesses in the prosecution’s case and will fully explore and investigate these areas. Often times, I will know your case better than even the police.

I will explore the legality of each step that the police took in order to arrest and charge you with a crime. In some cases, evidence may be suppressed due to the failure of the police to follow the law, which could result in the case being dismissed.

My goal is to get the best possible results in each case, which may mean: preventing a charge from being filed, getting a charge dismissed, taking a case to trial or negotiating the best possible deal. I will explore all options available to you and advise you of each option so that you can make the decision that is right for you since ultimately it is your future and your freedom at stake.

I will listen to you and your family because I understand the impact that criminal allegations have upon not only the accused but also the family of the accused, and that no one should be left in the dark. I educate my clients so that they are aware of their legal rights at each stage of the case. You can reach and speak directly to me when you have a question or concern about your case. I am an attorney who does not cut corners at the client’s expense and will work hard to give you the defense and the respect that you deserve.

If you or someone you know in Florida needs the skilled legal representation of an experienced Florida Criminal Defense attorney who handles criminal cases filed in St. Lucie County (Fort Pierce and Port Saint Lucie), Martin County (Stuart, Hobe Sound, Indiantown, Jensen Beach, Sewall’s Point), Indian River County (Vero Beach, Sebastian, Gifford, Indian River Shores, Wabasso) or Okeechobee County (Okeechobee), or that involve Federal charges, call Nasreen Wilkes today at 866-787-2599, or complete the contact form provided on this site to schedule your initial consultation.