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Articles Posted in Due Process and Fairness

Do I Need a Tampa Defense Lawyer If I Am Innocent?
Brancato Law Firm, P.A.

April 28, 2025

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One of the most dangerous myths in the criminal justice system is the idea that you do not need a Tampa defense lawyer if you are innocent. Unfortunately, being innocent does not guarantee the system will protect you. Every day, authorities charge, prosecute, and even convict innocent people in Tampa and across the country. At…

Tampa Attorney for Right to a Continuance
Brancato Law Firm, P.A.

April 26, 2025

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When a Fair Trial is Denied: Lessons from Surratt v. State and How We Protect Our Clients Facing serious criminal charges in Tampa, Florida can be one of the most terrifying experiences a person can endure. But when the system itself denies you a fair opportunity to defend yourself, the consequences are even more devastating.…

The Constitutional Right to Speedy Trial – Now More Important Than Ever in Florida
Brancato Law Firm, P.A.

March 20, 2025

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If you’re facing criminal charges in Tampa or Hillsborough County, you may feel like your case is dragging on forever. Months—or even years—can pass before you get your day in court. But did you know that the U.S. Constitution and the Florida Constitution both guarantee your right to a speedy trial? If your case has…

Attorney for Disqualification of Trial Judge in Tampa, Florida
Brancato Law Firm, P.A.

February 8, 2025

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When you’re facing criminal charges in Tampa or the surrounding areas, the fairness of your trial depends heavily on having an impartial judge. While defendants cannot choose their judge, Florida law allows for judicial disqualification when bias or prejudice could affect a case. Tampa criminal defense attorney Rocky Brancato has more than 25 years of…

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