With 18 years of exclusive criminal justice experience and numerous trial victories, Attorney Matt Thompson is the ally you need to defend against your criminal charges.
Volusia County Criminal Defense Lawyer
Offices in DELAND & Daytona Beach to Serve the Arrested & Accused
At Thompson Law, P.A., every client is our number one priority. We are a criminal defense firm that focuses solely on our clients’ individual needs to help them achieve the best possible result. After all, good people may find themselves in bad situations, and the period after an arrest, charge, or criminal accusation can be filled with uncertainty and fear. That is why we are responsive and accessible, answering our phones 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We also provide highly personalized representation, partnering with our clients to ensure they have the information they need to make the decisions that can protect their future and their freedom.
Have you been charged with a crime in Central Florida? With offices conveniently located in DeLand and Daytona Beach, our team can defend you against your criminal charges. Contact us online or call us at (386) 280-4977
What Does a Criminal Defense Attorney Do?
A criminal defense attorney plays a crucial role in the criminal justice system. They help protect the rights of their clients, ensure fair treatment during trials, and advocate for the best possible outcome. They also advise their clients on legal matters, file motions in court, and negotiate plea bargains when appropriate.
Criminal defense attorneys also investigate the facts of a case, research applicable laws and defenses, and develop strategies to protect their client's rights. In some cases, they may even be able to get charges dismissed or reduced.
The following are the benefits of hiring a defense attorney:
- Advice on the best legal course of action
- Expert knowledge of criminal law
- Explanations of laws that apply to your situation
- Ability to negotiate a plea bargain or dismissal
- Assistance in filing paperwork and other administrative tasks
- Representation in court proceedings, including jury trials
- Preparation of evidence and witness testimony
- Challenge any unconstitutional searches or seizures related to your case
- Access to private investigators, forensic experts, and other resources
- Guidance regarding potential penalties you may face
- Counseling for family members impacted by the case
Our Services
Working Closely With You to Build a Strong Case
Client-Focused. RESULT-DRIVEN.
Working Closely with You To Build a Strong Case
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All Charges Dismissed Resisting an Officer Without Violence
The Client was attending a wedding and stayed in a hotel after the reception. Someone called the police regarding a noise complaint. When the police arrived, the Client would not allow the police to enter his hotel room. The police forced entry and arrested the Client for Resisting and Officer Without Violence. Attorney Thompson provided case law to the State that shows that the police officer did not have the right to enter the hotel room and arrest the Client.
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Charges Reduced Domestic Battery
Attorney Thompson provided a letter outlining defenses in case. State reviewed letter and spoke to the witnesses and offered to reduce the charges to a non-violent disorderly conduct with no jail and no probation.
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Deferred Prosecution Agreement Loitering and Prowling
Client became disoriented due to a medical condition and entered a car that did not belong to him, but looked just like his car. Attorney Thompson provided mitigation to the State concerning the Defendant’s medical issues and ensured the client would be offered a Deferred Prosecution Agreement by the State wherein all charges would be dismissed upon completion.
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Charges Reduced to Simple Assault Aggravated Assault with a Firearm
At the time these charges were filed, the State of Florida had a 3-year minimum mandatory for Aggravated Assault with a Firearm. Neighbors of the Client claimed that he pointed a shot gun at them and fired over their heads when they came onto his property. Police came out the following day and arrested the Client. Attorney Thompson found a CAD report where the police had investigated the crime the night of the incident and determined that there was insufficient evidence of the arrest. Attorney Thompson
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Charges Reduced, Guidelines Waived, No Probation Failure to Register as a Career Criminal
The Client was arrested out of State for a warrant for failure to register as a career criminal. This violated his probation out of Miami-Dade County, Florida. Attorney Thompson was able to track the Client’s addresses and discovered that his landlord at the time lied to his probation officer about his renting an apartment because the landlord was not zoned to allow tenants. The State agreed to a time-served sentence for the time he spent in custody being transported to Florida.
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All Charges Dismissed Racing on the Highway
Client was arrested after leaving a car show in a fast vehicle. Officers suspected the client of racing another vehicle and police officers pulled him over, drug him out of his vehicle, and arrested him for both racing on the highway and resisting an officer without violence. Upon review of the body camera video, Attorney Matt Thompson raised an excessive use of force complaint against the arresting officer. All charges against the client were dismissed.
Matt Thompson
Experienced Trial Attorney
As a former prosecutor with over 16 years of trial experience, Attorney Matt Thompson knows the ins and outs both sides of a criminal case. He has tried high-profile cases involving homicides and sex offenses, and he uses this breadth of knowledge to aggressively represent his clients. His experience, professionalism, and commitment to his clients has earned Attorney Thompson a number of professional accolades, including:
- Voted Best Volusia County Criminal Defense Lawyer by readers of the Daytona Beach New Journal in Best of the West 2013
- Selected to SuperLawyers Magazine Rising Stars for his litigation skills in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017, an award received by less than 2% if the legal community
- Earned a 10 out of 10 rating from Avvo as well as the Client’s Choice Award for 2017
- Selected to the Top 40 Under 40 for Criminal Defense Lawyers by National Trial Lawyers in 2017
Every Client Matters
Helping People Protect THeir Freedom and Reputation
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“From your first meeting you can tell Thompson Law puts in the same amount of attention and care for every client. You will not be put on a back burner and ignored with them. Highly recommend taking your business here.”- Derek
Puts in the same amount of attention and care for every client.
"From your first meeting you can tell Thompson Law puts in the same amount of attention and care for every client. You will not be put on a back burner and ignored with them. Highly recommend taking your business here."- Derek -
“Matt is very professional courteous, and knows the law inside and out. He is a great person to have in your corner. He is very personalized in individual attention to his clients and their struggles.”- Aaron
Matt Thompson is a champion for the peoples rights.
"Great lawyer Matt Thompson runs a small local law firm, which has minimal staff; however, don't be fooled this is on purpose. Matt is very professional courteous, and knows the law inside and out. He is a great person to have in your corner. He is very personalized in individual attention to his clients and their struggles. Matt Thompson is a champion for the peoples rights. I couldn't have had a better lawyer during my time of need, and I highly recommend him for all issues involving the law."- Aaron -
“I have used Thompson Law Firm for both business and personal matters and no matter how big or small the issues were I was always treated like I was a top priority and I always got the results I hoped for.”- Daniel
Always courteous and sensitive to every situation.
"I have used Thompson Law Firm for both business and personal matters and no matter how big or small the issues were I was always treated like I was a top priority and I always got the results I hoped for. The staff was always courteous and sensitive to every situation. Most importantly they respect the time of their clients. I was never kept waiting in the lobby while they finished up with another client if my appointment was at 1 they were ready to see me at 1 and that alone is an invaluable service that seems to be lost these days."- Daniel -
“I had a great experience at Thompson Law. Matt Thompson was involved with my case from day 1 and was with me every step of the way. I was treated like a real person, not just another client.”- Mandy
Matt Thompson is a Go-Getter!
"I had a great experience at Thompson Law. Matt Thompson was involved with my case from day 1 and was with me every step of the way. I was treated like a real person, not just another client. His staff was very pleasant and helpful in assisting with my case. Matt Thompson is a Go-Getter who gets the job done effectively and efficiently. I would hire him again in a heartbeat if I had to do it all over again."- Mandy -
“He was always available for questions and feedback along with consistent time spent to handle my case.”- Cayla
Professional expertise to accomplish the end result in my case.
"Matt Thompson's direct approach with his genuine concern about me as a client gave me the ability to trust his professional expertise to accomplish the end result in my case. He was always available for questions and feedback along with consistent time spent to handle my case. His due diligence and concern are two major factors that have given me the opportunity to recommend him to other colleagues and friends."- Cayla
Put a Proven Trial Lawyer on Your Side
Our Volusia County criminal defense attorney possesses a unique combination of skills that include the ability to connect with clients on a personal level to understand their issue, the experience to fully educate clients on the legal system, and the knowledge to aggressively defend clients’ cases at trial. From serious felonies to more minor misdemeanors, having a proven and effective legal advocate to speak up for your side of the story and fight for your rights in a courtroom is invaluable to safeguarding your future.
No matter what type of criminal charges you may face, Attorney Thompson has helped many clients facing such charges get the best possible results in their cases, either by getting all cases thrown out or their charges reduced to avoid serving any time behind bars.
