Professional Criminal Defense for Tampa Residents

Aggressive Legal Defense Across Hillsborough County

Tampa residents facing criminal charges need an attorney who can navigate one of Florida's busiest court systems with confidence. As the economic center of the Tampa Bay region and the seat of Hillsborough County, Tampa's courts handle a massive caseload spanning everything from misdemeanor traffic offenses to complex felony prosecutions. In that environment, having a defense attorney with real trial experience - not just plea negotiation skills - makes a measurable difference in how your case is handled.
R. Curtis Murtha, PA serves Tampa clients with the same aggressive, detail-oriented defense that has defined our practice for over two decades. Our background includes service as an Assistant State Attorney and Lead Trial Attorney in Pinellas County, giving us direct insight into how Florida prosecutors evaluate evidence, prepare cases, and make charging decisions. We are admitted to practice before all Florida courts, including the United States Middle District of Florida in Tampa, allowing us to defend charges at both the state and federal level.

Navigating Tampa's Complex Legal Landscape

Tampa's size and diversity mean criminal charges here can arise from an enormous range of circumstances. A DUI arrest near the entertainment districts along South Howard or Ybor City carries the same potential consequences as one on the interstate, but the details surrounding each stop and arrest are unique. Drug possession charges tied to Tampa's position as a regional transportation hub may carry heightened scrutiny. Domestic situations in the city's growing residential neighborhoods can escalate into battery charges that affect custody, employment, and housing.
We defend every type of criminal case, including DUI and BUI, domestic battery, drug possession and trafficking, assault and battery, burglary, grand theft, sex offenses, firearm charges, probation violations, obstruction, and white collar crime. For Tampa clients, we provide the same direct, personal representation our practice is known for - there are no associates or clerks managing your case. We handle bond hearings, file motions to challenge improperly obtained evidence, and prepare thoroughly for trial when a negotiated resolution does not serve your interests.
If you are facing criminal charges in Tampa and want a defense attorney with prosecution experience and courtroom confidence, contact us today for a free case evaluation.

Our Tampa Advantage

Defending criminal charges in Tampa requires an attorney who understands both the legal framework and the practical realities of how cases move through Hillsborough County's court system. We bring a combination of skills and experience that clients can rely on.

  • Former Assistant State Attorney with extensive trial experience across felony and misdemeanor cases, including homicide, sexual battery, drug trafficking, and robbery
  • Admitted to practice before all Florida courts, including the Florida Supreme Court and the United States Middle District of Florida in Tampa
  • Skilled at filing motions to suppress evidence, challenge probable cause, and contest procedural errors made during arrests throughout the Tampa area
  • Personal case handling as a solo practitioner, ensuring every client has direct access to their attorney from arrest through resolution
  • Comprehensive service including bond hearing representation, pre-trial defense, trial advocacy, and post-conviction record sealing and expungement when eligible

Your criminal case deserves focused attention and experienced advocacy. If you need a criminal defense attorney who will stand with you in Tampa courtrooms and fight for your future, schedule your free consultation today.

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