Tallahassee Criminal Defense Attorney
Over 27 Years Defending People Across Tallahassee & North Florida
10.0 Avvo Rating | Recognized as an Elite Lawyer, 2026
Over 27 Years of
Criminal Defense Experience
Drunk Driving (DUI)
A DUI charge can carry serious penalties, but experienced defense can make a difference in protecting your rights and future.
Violation of Probation
If you are accused of violating probation, you may face serious consequences. I defend clients against probation violation allegations.
Early Termination of Probation
Some individuals may qualify to end probation early. I help clients pursue early termination when they meet eligibility requirements.
Record Expungement & Sealing
Sealing or expunging a record may help you move forward without a past mistake affecting your future opportunities.
Domestic Violence/ Injunction
Defense
Domestic violence accusations or injunctions can have serious consequences. I represent clients facing these allegations in North Florida.
Drug Crimes & Drug Trafficking
Drug charges can carry serious penalties. I defend clients against possession, trafficking, and distribution allegations.
Weapons & Firearms Offenses
Weapons charges can escalate quickly. I help protect your rights and challenge unlawful searches, seizures, and allegations.
Sex Crimes
Sex crime accusations are serious and sensitive. I provide discreet, aggressive defense to protect your reputation and future.
Assault and Battery
Assault charges can have lasting consequences. I work to challenge the evidence and defend your side of the story.
Burglary and Theft
Theft-related charges can impact your record and livelihood. I help clients fight accusations and pursue the best outcome possible.
Juvenile Delinquency
When a child faces charges, their future is at stake. I advocate for outcomes that prioritize rehabilitation and second chances.
Fraud & White Collar Crimes
Fraud allegations can be complex and high-stakes. I provide strategic defense in financial and non-violent criminal cases.
Computer & Cybercrime
Cybercrime charges often involve technical evidence. I work to protect your rights and challenge digital allegations.
Fleeing & Eluding
Fleeing law enforcement can lead to serious charges. I defend clients facing these allegations and work to reduce penalties.
Homicide & Manslaughter
These are among the most serious charges. I provide dedicated, thorough defense when everything is on the line.
Robbery
Robbery charges can carry severe penalties. I work to challenge the prosecution’s case and protect your future.
Criminal Traffic Offenses
Serious traffic offenses can result in criminal charges. I help clients navigate these cases and minimize long-term consequences.
Conspiracy
Conspiracy charges often rely on circumstantial evidence. I work to challenge the prosecution’s claims and protect your rights.
Kidnapping & False Imprisonment
These serious allegations require immediate defense. I provide aggressive representation to protect your freedom.
Defending Against Injunctions (Protective Orders)
Protective orders can impact your daily life and rights. I help clients defend against injunctions and their consequences.
Criminal Defense
Facing criminal charges can be overwhelming. I provide strategic defense to protect your rights, your record, and your future.
WHO WE ARE
If you have been arrested or charged with a crime in North Florida or the surrounding areas, you are likely facing one of the most stressful situations of your life. The criminal justice system can feel overwhelming, especially when your freedom, reputation, and future are at stake. At The Law Offices of Anabelle Dias, P.A., you will work directly with an experienced criminal defense attorney who understands what you are going through and will guide you through every step of the process.
Attorney Anabelle Dias brings more than 27 years of criminal defense experience and has handled thousands of cases throughout Florida. She holds a 10.0 Avvo rating, has been recognized as an Elite Lawyer in criminal defense, and was inducted into the Tallahassee Community College Alumni & Friends Hall of Fame in 2021 in recognition of her professional achievements and service to the community.
Our firm is built on the belief that every client deserves focused attention, strategic preparation, and honest guidance. By intentionally limiting the number of cases we take, we are able to devote the time and care necessary to build strong defenses and protect our clients’ rights.
You are not alone. When you hire this office, you receive dedicated representation from an attorney who will stand beside you and fight for the best possible outcome.
How to Protect Your Rights
If you have been charged with a criminal offense in Florida, the decisions you make in the first hours and days after an arrest can significantly affect the outcome of your case. You have constitutional rights — including the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney — and exercising those rights early is one of the most important things you can do.
At The Law Offices of Anabelle Dias, P.A., we make experienced criminal defense accessible. We offer flexible payment plans, manageable retainer structures, and scheduling that works around your life — including evenings, weekends, and off-site meetings when needed. Cost should never be the reason you face a criminal charge without representation.
We also make sure your case is fully investigated from the start. We work with experienced private investigation firms to examine the evidence independently, identify weaknesses in the State's case, and build the strongest possible defense on your behalf.
If you are facing criminal charges, contact our office today for a confidential consultation. The sooner you have an attorney in your corner, the better positioned you will be to protect your rights, your record, and your future.
