Criminal Defense
We have the experience and advocacy skills to successfully defend clients facing various misdemeanor and felony criminal charges in state and federal court, including the following types of charges:
- Drugs and drug trafficking charges
- Child abuse
- Child neglect
- Child sexual charges
- Spousal abuse cases
- White collar crime
- Driving under the influence (DUI)
- Traffic offenses
Gregory L. Olney heads the criminal law practice of Meros, Smith, Lazzara, & Olney, P.A. Mr. Olney has been practicing criminal law since 1982 and is an experienced trial lawyer who has successfully handled more than 3000 criminal cases since joining the firm in 1986. Mr. Olney personally handles each criminal defense case. The majority of our criminal defense clients are referred by former clients and other attorneys, who know of the firm's reputation and the mutual respect the firm has developed with the state attorneys' offices throughout Florida, and with members of the criminal bar and bench in the state.
