Cocoa Beach Criminal Defense Lawyer
Cocoa Beach is a sunny tourist town in Florida that is known for its family friendly beaches and historic sights. This is considered the closest beach to Orlando, which means that it is a major tourist destination. Cocoa Beach is just minutes from Port Canaveral, which is a popular cruise terminal, and is considered a city in Brevard County.
Law Enforcement in Cocoa Beach
Cocoa Beach has its own police department comprised of fifty men and women. The Cocoa Beach Police Department serves 12,800 citizens and an average of 1.5 million tourists who visit the city annually. There are 36 sworn-in police officers in the department that use both marked and unmark patrol vehicles. The department also has all-terrain vehicles, bicycles and watercraft which they use for patrolling purposes. Cocoa Beach Police Department is focused on providing around-the-clock safety works in conjunction with the Electronic Neighborhood Watch Program and the Crime Prevention Tip Sheets program.
It is expressly illegal to racially profile suspects in Cocoa Beach when making arrests, and this is a priority that is heavily emphasized at the department. If you believe that you have been racially profiled when arrested for a crime, it is important to discuss this with your attorney.
Crime Rate in Cocoa Beach, Florida
Cocoa Beach is considered a Florida city with a high crime rate. There are 9 registered sex offenders living in Cocoa Beach as of June 2013, and it is considered the second-most dangerous city in Brevard County after Cocoa. The violent crime rate in Cocoa Beach is 162.9 points higher than the U.S. average with a total of 376.9 crimes per 100,000 persons.
The 2012 crime rates for Cocoa Beach report that there were:
- 5 rapes
- 21 robberies
- 64 assaults
- 109 burglaries
- 694 thefts
- 25 auto thefts
- 1 arson
Yearly statistics since 2000 show that there have been a total of four murders within the past 12 years, but none were reported in 2012.
If you have been arrested for a crime in Cocoa Beach, Florida, call Steven G. Casanova, P.A. today for representation. This skilled Cocoa Beach criminal defense attorney has an A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau and is available to talk 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Call right away to learn more: (321) 234-9006!
Our Reviews
Our Past Clients Share Their Stories
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"MORE THAN FIVE STARS"I highly recommend Attorney Stephan Casanova, P.A. He is an accomplished attorney who takes his work seriously and to heart. He was truly interested in our case and made himself available at all times to our family. I will be forever grateful for his wisdom and true kindness. YOU DESERVE MORE THAN FIVE STARS !!!!!!!!- jude d
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"He is also very personable and makes himself available whenever you want information or advice."If you are ever unfortunate enough to get a DUI, I hope you are fortunate enough to get Mr. Casanova to represent you. Steve has a wealth of experience with DUI cases and was able to get a last minute agreement to eliminate one of the penalties in exchange for a charitable donation. He is also very personable and makes himself available whenever you want information or advice.- Former Client
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"He is the consummate professional and does everything first class."Steve Casanova is an exceptional trial lawyer. He is smart, talented, quick on his feet and knows how to talk to a jury. He is the consummate professional and does everything first class. He knows the law, is innovative in his approach and his legal research is second to none. He is worth every penny. The way I look at it is you can either have a cheap lawyer or a great lawyer--after all if you needed brain surgery would you hire the cheapest brain surgeon you can find or would you hire the best. Hire Steve--hire the best!- Mark
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"Mr. Casanova was very kind and explained all the options available to me & specific to my case."I would highly recommend Mr. Casanova to anyone seeking legal counsel. Mr. Casanova was very kind and explained all the options available to me & specific to my case. Not only is he (in my opinion) the best criminal lawyer in all of Brevard county...he is also the most fairly priced. I am thankful for his help & the time he spent with me free of charge. Unfortunately I could not hire him due to conflict of interest...however he was very helpful in recommending the lawyer I did hire. I can't speak highly enough of Mr. Casanova!!- Evelyn
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"Thank you, Steven and staff"A call for help from our son, living 1000+ miles away, led us to Attorney Steven Casanova. What a find! From the very first phone call, we were assured that we had found the perfect individual to navigate us through a most difficult situation. Steve was extremely professional, friendly, and compassionate at all times. And, he made himself available to us by phone, even on weekends. Through his efforts, our son’s charges were dropped. Thank you, Steven and staff, for your guidance, encouragement, and kindness through this trying time.- Michael and Bonnie C.
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"In his years of practice as a defense attorney Mr. Casanova has prospered a professional relationship with judges and prosecutors alike."I have had the pleasure of knowing Attorney Steven Casanova professionally and personally for over 15 years. In my opinion, there is no other attorney in Brevard County who's dedication to clients, understanding and application of criminal law can match Mr. Casanova. Mr. Casanova has never failed to return my calls, even on weekends or on holidays. Within minutes he will develop a comprehensive agenda with sound advice and always follows through and follows up on all aspects of your case. Mr. Casanova's reputation in the legal court system is impeccable. In his years of practice as a defense attorney Mr. Casanova has prospered a professional relationship with judges and prosecutors alike. Mr. Casanova will ensure the best outcome possible for your defense, it's as simple as that. Discount lawyers get you discount results, Mr. Casanova is not a discount lawyer but a professional defense attorney who fights for your reputation as if it is his own. If you are in need of a dedicated, professional, and knowledgeable defense attorney, do yourself a favor, call Steven Casanova.- Former Client
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"Truly cares about the people he's serving"Mr. Cassanova took my call immediately and spoke to me about my legal situation. He was extremely helpful and even provided advice to me that possibly I may qualify for a public defender. Out of the three criminal attorneys I spoke to in my town, I know that Mr. Cassanova is genuine, emphathetic and truly cares about the people he's serving. Thank you for your time today - I appreciate you. I will be in touch.- Sylvia
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"HIGHLY recommend"Would HIGHLY recommend Mr. Casanova. He's upfront and responsive and shoots straight with you through every step of the process.- Lauren L