Criminal Defense
Learn when evidence can be excluded in Florida criminal cases and how Hager & Schwartz, P.A., challenges unlawful police conduct.
Arrested in Florida? Hager & Schwartz, P.A. explains first appearance hearings, bond, and release. Read our blog for more.
Can charges be dropped before filing in Florida? Learn when cases are rejected, what prosecutors review, and how early defense may help.
Learn what happens after a felony arrest in Florida, from booking to trial. Understand the process, timelines, and what to expect next.
Can mental health be used as a defense in a criminal case? Learn how Florida law treats insanity, competency, and sentencing mitigation.
Learn how insurance fraud investigations in Florida work, including SIU reviews, recorded statements, and when charges may follow.
Digital search warrants play a major role in sex crime cases. Learn how devices are searched, common warrant flaws, and how defense lawyers challenge digital evidence.
Failed to appear for a theft charge in Volusia County? Understand local court consequences, potential penalties, and how a defense attorney can help.
Learn when drug charges become federal, how agencies like the DEA get involved, and why early defense matters. Visit our blog to read more.
Learn what Florida’s open container law means, who it applies to, and how a simple citation can impact your driver’s license. Read our blog for more.
Facing a burglary of conveyance charge in Florida? Learn what it means, how it differs from auto theft, and why early legal help is crucial. Read on for more.
Learn the differences, legal consequences, and defense options for accomplices and accessories after the fact. Read our blog for more.

