DUI Defense
West Palm Beach DUI cases carry the same 10-day administrative deadline as any Florida arrest. Arrieta Law handles both the license suspension process and the criminal case from day one.
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West Palm Beach Criminal Defense
Criminal Defense in West Palm Beach: The Courthouse and the Courts
West Palm Beach is where Palm Beach County's criminal justice system runs. The Palm Beach County Courthouse at 205 N. Dixie Highway is where every felony and misdemeanor case from across the county, including Jupiter, Palm Beach Gardens, Riviera Beach, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, and West Palm Beach itself, is ultimately processed. Every assistant state attorney, every courtroom, every docket is here. Knowing how cases move through this specific courthouse is not background knowledge. That is the practice.
Arrieta Law handles criminal defense matters throughout West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County. That means regular appearances in the 15th Judicial Circuit, familiarity with the prosecutors handling your type of case, and knowledge of the practical realities that affect how cases actually resolve here.
West Palm Beach Charges Arrieta Law Handles
Arrieta Law represents clients in West Palm Beach and throughout Palm Beach County facing the full range of criminal charges:
- DUI defense, including the 10-day license suspension challenge
- Domestic violence defense, including conditions of release and no-contact orders
- Violation of probation (VOP) hearings
- Drug possession and trafficking charges
- Theft, retail theft, and burglary
- Battery and aggravated battery
- Failure to appear and bench warrant recall
The Prosecution Side Shapes the Defense
Vanessa Arrieta spent years working as a Florida prosecutor before shifting to criminal defense. That experience is not a marketing point. It is a practical advantage in every case. She understands how charging decisions get made, what evidence prosecutors consider strong versus weak, when a case is likely to go to trial versus resolve, and what arguments actually move the needle in the courtrooms at 205 N. Dixie. That knowledge shapes the defense strategy from the first day.
West Palm Beach Policing and Common Arrest Scenarios
West Palm Beach is actively patrolled by the West Palm Beach Police Department and the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office. DUI enforcement is heavy along Clematis Street, Rosemary Square, Southern Boulevard, Military Trail, and the I-95 corridor. Domestic violence arrests frequently occur following calls to WPPD or PBSO. Drug enforcement is active in multiple areas of the city. If you have an outstanding warrant in Palm Beach County, that needs to be addressed before or alongside the underlying charge. Whatever the circumstances of your arrest, the defense begins with understanding exactly what happened and why.
Practice Areas
Criminal Defense Services in West Palm Beach
Domestic Violence Defense
Domestic violence arrests in West Palm Beach result in immediate no-contact orders and potential housing complications. Arrieta Law moves fast on conditions of release and the underlying defense.
Probation Violations (VOP)
VOP hearings in the 15th Circuit move quickly and carry a lower standard of proof. Arrieta Law focuses on mitigation strategy that can protect prior progress in your case.
Drug Charges
Drug possession and trafficking cases in West Palm Beach often turn on how the evidence was obtained. Arrieta Law scrutinizes every stop and search and files suppression motions where the facts support it.
Theft & Battery
Theft and battery charges in Palm Beach County carry lasting collateral consequences. Arrieta Law reviews what the state can actually prove and builds the defense from there.
Warrants & Failure to Appear
Active warrants in Palm Beach County require immediate attention. Arrieta Law can pursue warrant recall and appear with you for surrender, reducing custody time and protecting your position.
Common Questions
West Palm Beach Criminal Defense: FAQs
Where do West Palm Beach criminal cases get heard?
All Palm Beach County criminal cases are handled by the 15th Judicial Circuit at the Palm Beach County Courthouse, 205 N. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach. Arrieta Law appears in that courthouse regularly.
What should I do immediately after an arrest in West Palm Beach?
Invoke your right to remain silent and ask for an attorney. Do not make statements to officers, to other inmates, or on a jail phone. Contact a defense attorney as quickly as possible. The hours immediately following arrest are among the most consequential in the entire case.
Does Arrieta Law offer Spanish-language representation in West Palm Beach?
Yes. Arrieta Law provides Spanish-language consultations and full representation for Spanish-speaking clients throughout West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County. Hablamos español.
What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony in Florida?
Misdemeanors in Florida carry maximum sentences of up to one year in county jail. Felonies carry state prison sentences ranging from 5 years to life, depending on the degree. Both can have lasting effects on employment, housing, and licensing. Early legal counsel affects which path a charge takes.
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Charged with a Crime in West Palm Beach?
Arrieta Law handles criminal defense throughout West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County. Every case is handled personally by Vanessa Arrieta, a former prosecutor who knows this courthouse and these cases from both sides. Call or text now for a confidential consultation.
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