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Criminal Defense

Elsea Law Criminal Defense

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Areas of Focus

Drug Charge Defense

Drug Charges are very serious offenses which can carry criminal punishment, including jail time. We are here to help you fight for the best outcome!

Drug Trafficking

Elsea Law Firm, P.A. has over a decade of felony criminal law experience- including litigating Florida’s stringent drug trafficking laws.

DUI Defense

Being arrested for DUI is scary, but it is not the end of the world and our experienced Tampa DUI Lawyer is here to help you navigate the process.

Felony Charges

Being charged with a felony in the state of Florida can be a life-altering experience resulting in a wide-variety of severe penalties.

Juvenile Offenses

If your child has been charged with a crime, the Elsea Law Firm puts exceptional focus on not only assisting the child to obtain the best outcome, but also in working with the parents to put them at ease throughout the process.

Sex Crimes

The consequences associated with sex crimes are colossal, but the Tampa defense attorney here at the Elsea Law Firm are here to help you fight for vindication and to clear your name.

Theft Crimes

Theft charges can be very severe. The experienced theft defense lawyers at the Elsea Law Firm are here to help you defend your reputation and freedom throughout the criminal justice process.

Violation of Probation

A VOP is a very serious matter, that can lead to more harsh penalties and incarceration. We are here to bring our decades of experience to your defense!

Violent Crimes

Violent crimes are very serious charges and can not only threaten your freedom, but impact your ability to find good housing, employment, and much more in the future, if convicted.

Weapons, Guns, and Firearm Charges

Joel Elsea has years of experience, on both the defense and prosecutor side, and is exceptionally familiar with navigating gun charges in Tampa, Florida, Hillsborough County, and the surrounding areas.

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