Charged for a Crime in Miami?

Committed to Getting the Results You Need

If you face criminal charges with any type of crime in Miami, Florida, contact the Law Office of Armando J. Hernandez, P.A. today. Backed by over 19 years of experience, our Miami criminal defense attorney is intimately familiar with this complex area of law.

Our legal team can help you make well-informed decisions about your future as we guide you every step of the way through the criminal process. Our attorney is a former prosecutor with a long track record of success on both sides of the aisle. He has a 10.0 Superb Avvo Rating, the highest possible rating, and he was chosen for The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100 Trial Lawyers for 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026.

Attorney Armando Hernandez was also one of America’s Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys®, an elite assemblage of the state’s highest quality criminal defense attorneys. The list makes up less than one-half percent (0.5%) of attorneys currently practicing in the U.S. Regardless of what type of charges you face or how serious they may be, we can help you resolve your situation. You can rely on us for the effective and individualized advocacy you deserve.

When you are deciding who to hire, it is important to consider several key factors about the criminal process and your representation:

• Attorney background and perspective – Knowing that your criminal attorney once worked as a prosecutor can give you confidence that your lawyer understands how the State prepares its case and where weaknesses may exist.
• Level of personal attention – A boutique firm can devote more time to learning the details of your life, your charges, and your goals so that your defense strategy is tailored to you.
• Communication throughout the case – You should feel comfortable asking questions and getting clear answers about hearings, plea offers, and trial, rather than being left in the dark about your future.
• Knowledge of local courts – Experience in Miami-Dade County courts, from bond hearings to jury trials, allows your legal team to navigate local procedures and practices effectively.

Most cases begin with an arrest or notice to appear, followed by an initial appearance where a judge in Miami-Dade County will address bond and release conditions, which can affect your ability to work, care for your family, and prepare your defense.

Your case may then proceed to arraignment, pretrial hearings, motion practice, negotiations with the State Attorney’s Office, and, in some situations, a trial at the Richard E. Gerstein Justice Building or another local criminal courthouse.

Throughout these stages, we review police reports, body camera footage, witness statements, and any forensic evidence, and we advise you about whether to pursue dismissal, negotiate a plea, or take your case before a jury with the guidance of a criminal defense attorney.

We also help you understand collateral issues such as professional licensing boards, immigration consequences, and driver’s license implications, so that decisions you make in court do not create unexpected problems in other areas of your life.

• As a boutique law firm, we can commit 100% of our resources, effort, and time to each client we represent.
• When you hire our firm, you get a whole team of experienced legal professionals working on your behalf.
• As your representative, we will work relentlessly to get the charges against you reduced or dismissed altogether.

WE CAN HANDLE THEM ALL, from DUI charges to juvenile offenses to federal crimes and more.

Our team can assist you with filling out and filing complicated paperwork, as well as ensuring your rights are always strongly represented. In addition, we can use our extensive experience and in-depth understanding of Florida criminal law to your benefit.

Understanding the Consequences of a Criminal Conviction

When you are arrested in Miami-Dade County, your case may be heard at the Richard E. Gerstein Justice Building, one of the local criminal courthouses where we regularly appear and advocate for clients before judges and prosecutors.

If you are convicted, you could face many different consequences, including:

• Lost employment, professional licensure, housing, and other opportunities
• The suspension or revocation of your driver’s license
• The loss of your right to own or use a firearm
• Expensive fines, court costs, and reparations
• Probation for an extended period of time
• Years, decades, or life in jail or prison
• Mandatory alcohol education classes
• The death penalty

Call for a Free Consultation 

To learn more about your situation and how we can assist you, contact the Law Office of Armando J. Hernandez, P.A., and schedule your complimentary case evaluation with our attorney.

During the consultation, we will discuss all the details of your situation with you and help you determine your next best steps.

You can trust us to give you knowledgeable advice and experienced representation.

During this meeting, we also explain how a criminal law attorney evaluates the strength of the evidence, what options may exist for early intervention such as bond hearings in local Miami courts, and what you can do right away to protect your job, immigration status, and professional licenses.