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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"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
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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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"5 stars would definitely recommend !"I hired Steve not once but twice. One of my favorite things about him is his energy in the court room and the rooms energy when he is in it, he has been working in Brevard for many years and has built a great relationship with “the other side”; the judges, state attorneys, so on and so forth.My other favorite thing was his ability to get me and my loved one out of a lot of trouble. Steve not only handled my fathers’ case perfectly, but my case as well. He was attentive, personable yet professional , truly a pleasure to work with and If I ever need assistance again , I’m going to Casanova!- J Scott
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Mr. Casanova was very helpful. I could tell he wasn't money hungry. Most common folks are not fortunate to have a huge savings. The information he gave me was very accurate after researching. He easily could have taken advantage of a mother who has never experienced anything with the law if wanted to. When I asked about cost he simply said if your not satisfied with a public defender call me back. I felt he was sincere and honest in his answers. I think my gut is on point and will contact his office if I'm in need.- Sophia
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"The lawyer you need for the best representation possible!"You’re looking for a lawyer, so you’re probably in trouble. You want somebody who understands that and still treats you with dignity and respect. You need someone who is knowledgeable, intelligent, and experienced. An attorney who is in your corner from first to last. You’ve found him! Steve Casanova will be by your side, giving you the best legal advice possible, following through on every detail, no matter how big or small. You won’t enjoy being in trouble, but Steve Casanova will make sure things go smoothly from beginning to end.- Andrea
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"If you want the best he's your man"I want to say Mr. Casanova is a very caring and knowledgeable attorney. He took the time to speak to me without any pressure to hire him. I will definitely use his services. Thank you Steve- Lillian
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Excellent lawyer. Excellent results!- Former Client
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"The work Mr. Casanova did for my case was outstanding with results far better than I could have hoped for."Mr. Casanova and the staff in his office handle everything for your case and do so in a friendly professional manner. The work Mr. Casanova did for my case was outstanding with results far better than I could have hoped for. If I ever find myself in trouble again, there will be no research needed, I will IMMEDIATELY call Mr. Casanova's office. I suggest if you find yourself needing legal representation, you do the same.- Mike L.