Florida DUI / DWI defense attorneys Ron Sholes, Mike Quimby and Garry Crews
| Firm Name: | RONALD E. SHOLES, P.A. |
| Counties Served: | Alachua, Baker, Bradford, Clay, Columbia, Duval, Flagler, Lake, Marion, Nassau, Orange, Putnam, St. Johns |
| Office #: | 1-800-DUI-LAWS (1-800-384-5297) |
Florida DUI / DWI defense lawyer Ron Sholes will fight aggressively to protect your rights if you've been arrested for drunk driving. Ron is a 10-year military veteran who has made Florida his home for nearly 20 years. He received his undergraduate degree from Southern Illinois University while serving on active duty in the military, and his law degree from the University of Florida. FL DUI / DWI defense lawyer Ron Sholes is admitted to practice in all Florida state courts, and is ready to defend your drunk driving case in Jacksonville, Orlando, Gainesville, or anywhere in Florida.
During his 10 years of service on active duty, Ron served in the Gulf War in Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm, the Bosnian Conflict in our military's Operation Provide Promise, and in several counter-narcotics operations in the Caribbean and Pacific Among other things, he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, the Southwest Asia Service Medal, the Kuwaiti Liberation Medal, two Navy / Marine Corps achievement medals, two good conduct medals and several letters of commendation. Florida DUI defense attorney Ron Sholes is also an active member of the American Legion, an association of service members who served during times of war. Now, Ron is dedicated to vigorously protecting and fighting for the rights of his Florida DUI / DWI clients.
Florida DUI / DWI defense lawyer Ron Sholes is dedicated to vigorously protecting and fighting for the rights of his Florida drunk driving clients. If you've been arrested for DUI / DWI in Jacksonville, Orlando Gainesville, or anywhere else in Florida, don't entrust your case to an amateur. Contact Florida DUI / DWI lawyer Ron Sholes today for a free consultation to learn more about aggressively fighting your FL drunk driving case.
Florida DUI / DWI defense lawyer Mike Quimby is devoted to safeguarding the rights of his Florida drunk driving clients. Mike is a nine-year military veteran who received his undergraduate degree from St. Leo's College and his law degree from Cooley Law School in Michigan. He is admitted to practice in all Florida and Michigan state courts.
Florida DUI / DWI defense lawyer Mike Quimby is ready to aggressively defend your FL drunk driving case. Mike has the skills and experience needed to help you fight for your rights and avoid some or all of the consequences of your Florida DUI / DWI arrest.
Florida DUI / DWI defense lawyer Garry Crews retired after serving 20 years in the USMC. Garry received his undergraduate degree from Park University and his law degree from Florida Coastal School of Law. During his distinguished career in the U.S. Marine Corps, Garry received many awards including the Navy Commendation Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal, and two Navy / Marine Corps achievement medals.
Garry has prosecuted hundreds of misdemeanor and felony Florida DUI / DWI cases as an assistant state attorney in both Duval and Clay counties. Now, Garry is using his knowledge and experience as a prosecutor to help defend the firm's clients who are charged with DUI / DWI in Jacksonville, Orlando, Gainesville, or anywhere in Florida.
Florida DUI / DWI lawyers Ron Sholes, Mike Quimby and Garry Crews are available for a free case evaluation and initial consultation by calling 1.800.DUI.LAWS. The call and the consultation are always FREE.
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Court Victories
Beating the Breath Test in a Florida DUI / DWI Case
Field Sobriety Exercises
What About My License?
Frequently Asked DUI Questions
Professional Memberships and Associations
Ronald E. Sholes
- Florida Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar Association
- Association of Trial Lawyers of America
- National Assocation of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL)
- Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (FACDL)
- Member of the Criminal Law Section of the Florida Bar
- Member of the Trial Law Section of the Florida Bar
- Member of the National Motorists Association
- Jacksonville Bar Association
Michael C. Quimby
- Florida Bar Association
- Michigan Bar Association
- American Bar Association
- Eighth Judicial Circuit Bar Association
- Association of Trial Lawyers of America
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (NACDL)
- Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (FACDL)
- Member of the Criminal Law Section of the Florida Bar
- Member of the Trial Law Section of the Florida Bar
- Jacksonville Bar Association
Garry Crews
- Florida Bar Association
- Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (FACDL)
- Jacksonville Bar Association
- Chester Bedell Inns of Court
Advanced DUI Training
Florida DUI / DWI defense lawyers Ron Sholes, Mike Quimby and Garry Crews are serious about FL drunk driving defense and are determined to provide their clients with the best possible representation. Several attorneys at the firm have completed the same 24-hour field sobriety testing certification course attended by Florida police officers. Additionally, several of the firm's defense lawyers have completed the 40-hour field sobriety instructor certification course. Additionally, Mike is one of only a handful of DUI attorneys nationwide to have completed the Breath Test Operator Certification course for the new Intoxilyzer 8000 breath test machine, which has just been placed into service in Florida in 2006.
Our firm is dedicated to staying up to date on all of the latest legal issues in Florida DUI / DWI defense. In 2006 alone, our attorneys have attended numerous DUI seminars including the National College of Drunk Driving Defense Winter Seminar in Jacksonville, and various other DUI seminars in Tampa, New Orleans, San Antonio, and Boerne, Texas.
Why should you hire us?
"We understand that our clients want excellent representation and deserve nothing less! That's why we will aggressively represent you and keep you fully informed throughout the court and DMV process. At the Law Offices of Ron Sholes, P.A., you will play an integral part in your own defense.
Do you want the best chance at beating your Florida DUI / DWI charge? Then, ask yourself these two important questions:
Do you want to hire a Florida DUI / DWI attorney who will simply review the reports and end up telling you "well, you blew over the legal limit" or "well, the officer says you failed the exercises" and then just urge you to plead guilty to a Florida DUI / DWI charge?
Or would you rather hire a Florida DUI / DWI attorney who is part of a well-known FL drunk driving defense law firm who will explain and demonstrate their qualifications, expertise and determination in aggressively handling DUI and Florida DMV cases? Wouldn't you rather have a defense attorney who will go the extra mile and really try to beat my Florida DUI / DWI charge?
We strongly believe that our experience, training, and expertise in the area of Florida DUI / DWI driving defense, as well as our real world personal experiences, will give you the best chance at beating your FL drunk driving charge. We don't just go through the motions, we take action and pursue every possible way of defending you against a Florida DUI / DWI conviction because we want to win. Some attorneys aren't concerned with winning, but let's face it - right now, winning is everything to you. So, as you legal representatives, winning is everything to us too.
As a law firm of military veterans, each of our attorneys and our investigator has served in the U.S. military. The same positive spirit of teamwork, preparation, and commitment to mission that successfully saw us through such postings as Iraq, Kuwait, Somalia, Bosnia and Korea animates our approach to client service today.
You will be given a 65-page DUI questionnaire to complete which covers everything from the facts of your case and all the possible factors which may have affected your field sobriety exercises and chemical test, to all sorts of possible mitigation and the ramifications of a Florida DUI / DWI conviction on your life, now and in the future. You will receive all documents pertaining to your case so you are aware of exactly what is going on and you will discuss your case with your attorney at every stage of the litigation process, starting with the DMV hearing.
Do you want the personal service that you deserve?
We answer our phones even though we're in court a lot, and we'll make ourselves available to answer your questions. We understand that your case is probably the single most important thing going on in your life right now, so we take it seriously. That's why our clients have our personal cell phone numbers for those times that you have questions that need answers. Plus, our office phone is answered 24 hours a day, and if you have an important matter simply say so and an attorney will call you right back. It's not uncommon for us to set after hours or weekend appointments to meet your needs. Our attorneys and our staff fully understand how important your case is to you.
To learn more about effective defenses to your Florida DUI / DWI case, please contact us today for a free consultation."
Florida Court Information and Locations
Ron, Mike and Garry are admitted to practice in courts in the state of Florida. Mike is also admitted to practice in courts in the state of Michigan.
Florida DUI defense attorneys Ron Sholes, Mike Quimby and Garry Crews most frequently practice law in the following counties: Alachua, Baker, Bradford, Clay, Columbia, Duval, Flagler, Lake, Marion, Nassau, Putnam, Orange and St. Johns. Mr. Sholes and Mr. Quimby most often serve the cities of Orlando, Winterpark, Lake City, Daytona, Gainesville, Jacksonville, Saint Augustine, Fernandina, Flagler Beach, Ocala, Orange Park, Palatka, Titusville, Starke and Macclenny in Florida but will travel throughout the state depending on your DUI case.
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If someone you care about has been arrested, please contact the police department, where the arrestee is being held, for more detailed information. For more information please visit Florida State Department of Corrections web site.
Expungement in Florida
The state of Florida does not permit the expungement of DUI convictions; however, it may be possible to set aside the plea and conviction. If you need a DUI removed from your record, Florida DUI attorneys Ron Sholes and Michael Quimby may be able to help.
Other Florida Resources
There are a variety of special problems that arise following a drunk driving, DUI, or DWI arrest. It may be necessary to use a bail bondsman to help a friend or loved one gain release from custody. Renting a car may be difficult (although we know of several companies that will do so), as is getting car insurance. Depending on your particular case, there may be a requirement or it may be in your best interest to attend special alcohol programs, a treatment center or AA meetings.
For a free consultation, contact Florida DUI defense attorneys Ron Sholes and Mike Quimby toll-free, 1.800.DUI.LAWS.