Criminal Defense in Brevard County

Every Defense Draws on Three Board-Certified Attorneys

Every attorney at our firm is a Florida Bar Board-Certified Criminal Trial Specialist. Funk, Szachacz & Diamond represents clients throughout Brevard County and the Space Coast in misdemeanor, felony, and federal cases, including allegations that can carry long-term incarceration or the death penalty.

Our attorneys have served as lead counsel in thousands of cases and hundreds of jury trials. That courtroom history informs our work from the initial review of an accusation through trial, post-conviction proceedings, or an appeal.

Speak with a criminal defense attorney serving Brevard County. Call (321) 360-4446 to discuss the allegations and the current posture of the case.

Criminal Cases We Handle in Brevard County

We represent individuals facing a broad range of criminal allegations in state and federal court. Our work also extends beyond trial when a conviction, sentence, or legal ruling requires further litigation.

Our practice includes:

• Criminal Defense
• Appeals and Post-Conviction Cases
• Drug Crimes
• DUI
• Federal Crimes
• Firearm Crimes
• Fraud Crimes
• Law Enforcement cases
• Homicide cases
• Sex Crimes
• White Collar Crimes

These matters can involve contested evidence, constitutional issues, witness credibility, forensic analysis, or overlapping state and federal allegations. We assess the legal and factual issues in each case rather than relying on a standard defense formula.

A Three-Attorney Criminal Defense Strategy

All three partners review and strategize on every file. This collaborative model brings together multiple perspectives from defense attorneys who previously served as Assistant State Attorneys and Felony Division Chiefs.

Each partner is certified in criminal trial law by the Florida Bar. Board Certification requires qualifying legal practice, substantial involvement in the field, contested trials, continuing legal education, peer review, and a written examination. Attorneys must earn recertification every five years through continued practice, trial work, education, and peer review.

Leadership in Criminal Trial Law
Members of our firm have served on the Florida Bar’s Board Certification Committee for Criminal Trial Law. Our attorneys have also held leadership roles that include President of the Brevard County Bar Association and General Counsel for the Florida State Lodge of the Fraternal Order of Police. Professional recognition includes the Brevard County Bar Association Professionalism Award and Trial Attorney of the Year honors.

State, Federal & Appellate Admissions
Our attorneys are admitted in all Florida State Courts, several United States District Courts, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court. Our work has included pro hac vice appearances, which allow an attorney to participate in a particular case outside the jurisdiction where that attorney is ordinarily admitted, as well as matters involving international jurisdictions.

Defense for Complex & Sensitive Allegations
We have represented judges, doctors, members of NASA, law enforcement officers, professional athletes, attorneys, and others accused of crimes. These cases may require careful handling of professional consequences, public attention, complicated records, or technical evidence. Our Force Science certification also supports analytical defense work in use-of-force and self-defense matters.

Criminal Courts in Brevard County

Brevard County is part of Florida’s Eighteenth Judicial Circuit. The Harry T. and Harriette V. Moore Justice Center handles most of the county’s circuit and county court matters, including criminal cases. Branch courthouses in the county also conduct court proceedings.

Circuit Criminal Court generally hears felony charges that may result in a sentence of more than one year. County Criminal Court handles misdemeanor charges with a maximum sentence of up to one year in jail. The court, charge level, and procedural posture determine what must be reviewed and which litigation options may apply.

Federal crimes proceed under a different body of law and through the federal court system. Because we handle matters in both state and federal court, we assess the forum, charging instrument, evidence, and procedural issues relevant to each accusation.

What Happens After You Contact Our Firm

We begin by reviewing the allegations, available evidence, procedural posture, and potential defenses. All three partners participate in this review and the resulting strategy.

A case may require pretrial motions, trial proceedings, post-conviction work, or an appeal. Before trial, we examine the prosecution’s evidence and identify legal issues that should be raised. If the case proceeds to trial, we prepare for contested testimony, exhibits, legal arguments, and presentation of the defense.

Post-conviction proceedings occur after a judgment and can involve challenges permitted under the applicable legal rules. An appeal asks a higher court to review claimed legal errors in the proceedings below. Our approach reflects the needs and procedural posture of each case.

Representative Criminal Case Results

These prior results illustrate the high-stakes and complex matters our attorneys have handled. Every prosecution depends on its own evidence, charges, legal issues, and procedural history.

Reported outcomes from our firm include:

• Dismissal of six felony counts of Performing Lewd Acts Upon a Minor.
• Acquittal in a trafficking case.
• Dismissal of six counts of Possession of Hydrocodone.
• Dismissal of Trafficking in Cannabis and Cultivation of Cannabis charges.
• Reversal of a conviction and death sentence in a double murder case.
• Dismissal of a 13-count indictment.
• Acquittal of 166 fraud counts involving space vehicle parts.

Our high-profile work has been featured on ABC 20/20, Court TV, and Forensic Files. We have also litigated novel charges and complex federal prosecutions involving extensive allegations and technical evidence.

Put Three Board-Certified Attorneys on Your Defense

Individuals and families seeking a criminal law attorney in Brevard County can submit an inquiry through our contact page about state charges, federal allegations, post-conviction matters, or an appeal. We review the accusation and identify the legal work the case may require.

Our practice is grounded in transparency, honesty, and protection of our clients’ rights throughout the legal process. Our phone and contact form options allow prospective clients to provide information about the case.

Call (321) 360-4446 to speak with Funk, Szachacz & Diamond about criminal defense representation in Brevard County.