Aggressive, Professional Representation

Committed To Your Rights

The justice system is not on your side. As an experienced criminal defense lawyer, Ray Lopez can help tip the scales in your favor and vigorously fight on your behalf. No matter what the allegations, Attorney Lopez is adept at finding the flaws in the prosecutor's case to seek dismissal, reduced charges, acquittal, or lesser penalties.

Call day or night, seven days a week, for your free initial consultation with Ray C. Lopez at (813) 221-4455. Ray Lopez represents clients in state and federal courts throughout the greater Tampa Bay area and throughout Florida. Se habla español.

Law on My Side

Ray Lopez realizes what's at stake for you. He applies 20 years of experience in protecting your rights and devising the best criminal defense strategy to answer the specific charges:

• Drug crimes (from simple possession to federal trafficking charges)
• DUI / drunk driving
• Criminal traffic offenses
• Domestic violence / assault and battery
• Violent felony charges (murder, manslaughter, robbery)
• Sex crimes (sexual battery, Internet pornography)
• White collar crimes (embezzlement, bank or mail fraud, money laundering)
• All misdemeanors (shoplifting, resisting arrest, disorderly conduct)
• Juvenile delinquency (and juvenile dependency)
• Military law (court-martials)
• Violation of probation or parole

The Insights of a Former Prosecutor

Having served as a former state attorney and police attorney, Ray Lopez observed firsthand the way in which law enforcement works. Ray Lopez is acutely aware of how the police often make mistakes and neglect a citizen's rights in order to make an arrest. Attorney Lopez can anticipate prosecutors' moves and measure the strength of their case, probing for grounds to get charges dropped or negotiate a favorable plea. If your case does go to trial Ray Lopez has the proven trial skills necessary to keep the prosecution honest.

Ray Lopez is dedicated to protecting your rights at every stage, from arrest and arraignment through trial and sentencing. Attorney Lopez practices regularly in state and federal courts of Florida and handles criminal appeals of state or federal convictions.

Full Scale, Full Service

Besides aggressive criminal defense, Ray Lopez represents clients in all related matters:

• Bail reduction hearings and release from incarceration
• Administrative driver's license suspension hearings to retain your driving privileges after an arrest for DUI
• Sealing or expungement of criminal records
• Very few Florida attorneys have the considerable level of experience in civil forfeiture law, having handled seizures for the Tampa Police Department for three years. Ray Lopez will fight the state or federal government's attempts to seize and keep your car, property, or money in connection with an alleged crime.

Ray C. Lopez is firmly committed to obtaining the best possible result for our clients through diligent preparation and effective courtroom advocacy. If you want the law on your side, you want Ray C. Lopez. Call 24 hours at (813) 221-4455 for all criminal matters or for a free consultation to discuss your defense. We accept Visa and MasterCard. Se Habla Español.