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Seminole County Criminal Defense
Arrested in Seminole County?Protect Your Future.
If you have been arrested, charged, or are under investigation in Seminole County, every decision matters. Smith-Johnson Law PLLC provides strategic criminal defense representation for individuals facing misdemeanor, felony, DUI, probation violation, bond, juvenile, injunction, and record sealing matters throughout Central Florida.
12+ YearsExperience in Florida’s criminal judicial system.
1,000+ CasesCriminal cases handled across Central Florida.
24/7 HelpAvailable day or night by phone for urgent matters.
Criminal Defense Services
Focused defense for Seminole County cases involving arrests, investigations, court dates, bond concerns, and record-clearing opportunities.
DUI Defense
Defense for DUI arrests, license issues, refusals, and alcohol-related charges.
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DUI Defense
A DUI charge can affect your license, employment, insurance, and record. Smith-Johnson Law reviews the stop, testing, officer procedures, and available defenses.
Misdemeanors
Defense for battery, trespass, marijuana possession, suspended license, and more.
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Misdemeanors
Misdemeanor charges can still carry jail time, probation, fines, and lasting collateral consequences. Early defense can help protect your record and options.
Felonies
Defense for serious criminal allegations carrying significant penalties.
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Felonies
Felony charges require immediate strategy. The firm evaluates the evidence, charging decision, bond posture, discovery, and litigation path from the start.
Violations of Probation
Defense for technical and substantive probation violations.
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Violations of Probation
A probation violation can expose you to incarceration and loss of prior plea benefits. Smith-Johnson Law acts quickly to address violation allegations.
Bond Hearings
Representation for bond, bond reduction, and Nebbia-related concerns.
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Bond Hearings
Bond issues can determine whether a person waits at home or in custody. The firm helps prepare arguments and evidence for release or reduction.
Injunctions
Defense and guidance for domestic violence, stalking, and related injunctions.
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Injunctions
Injunction proceedings can impact housing, employment, family access, and criminal exposure. The firm helps clients prepare for court and protect their rights.
Juvenile Crimes
Defense for minors facing contact with law enforcement or delinquency petitions.
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Juvenile Crimes
Juvenile matters can affect education, family stability, and long-term opportunities. Smith-Johnson Law helps families understand the process and next steps.
Record Sealing
Guidance for eligible sealing and expungement opportunities.
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Expungement & Sealing
Depending on the case result, charge type, and history, you may be eligible to seal or expunge a record and move forward with greater privacy.
Criminal Appeals
Post-judgment review for preserved legal issues and appellate concerns.
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Criminal Appeals
If judgment and sentencing have been entered, appeal options may depend on preserved issues, deadlines, and the record. Early review is critical.
ASJCriminal Defense
About Alexander
Strategic defense with direct communication.
Smith-Johnson Law PLLC was built around service, communication, and reliable criminal defense representation for people facing difficult legal moments.
Attorney Alexander J. Smith-Johnson helps clients understand each stage of the criminal process, prepares them for what comes next, and works to protect their freedom, rights, reputation, and future.
Client Experience
Professional. Responsive. Trusted.
Former client experiences reflect the care, preparation, communication, and advocacy clients can expect from Smith-Johnson Law.
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“He is very efficient, goes above and beyond for his clients, he genuinely cares about his clients as people.”
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“He has been the most informed, most prepared attorney I have dealt with. I would rehire Alex without a second thought.”
What Happens Next
A clear process helps clients move quickly after an arrest, charge, investigation, or upcoming court date.
1
Submit Inquiry
Contact the firm or submit your case information through the confidential contact page.
2
Case Review
The facts, charges, court date, county, and immediate concerns are reviewed.
3
Defense Strategy
You receive clear guidance about legal options and potential next steps.
4
Representation
If retained, the firm begins protecting your rights and preparing your defense.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions for people facing criminal allegations in Seminole County and Central Florida.
Immediately. Early legal guidance can help protect your rights, preserve options, and prevent avoidable mistakes after an arrest, investigation, or court notice.
You have the right to remain silent. In most situations, you should speak with a criminal defense attorney before answering questions or giving a statement.
Every case is different. Possible outcomes depend on the facts, evidence, criminal history, legal issues, witness credibility, and the State’s ability to prove the case.
The firm reviews your charge, county, court date, facts, concerns, and goals so that potential options and next steps can be discussed clearly.
Free Case Evaluation
Speak with a defense attorney today.
If you have been arrested, charged, or are under investigation, do not wait. Contact Smith-Johnson Law for a confidential case review and immediate guidance.
24/7 Confidential Help
Arrested or charged?
Use the contact page to submit your name, contact information, county of case, best time to call, next court date, and type of case.
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Contact Smith-Johnson Law directly through the firm’s secure contact page. The firm serves Seminole County and surrounding Central Florida counties.
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