Pace Criminal Defense Attorneys
Providing Aggressive Representation
One of the most challenging life-altering events that can take place in a person’s life is being arrested by police and charged with a crime. Sometimes, law-abiding citizens make poor decisions resulting in some type of criminal prosecution. Heated words often result in an altercation, a fight breaks out and police are called taking someone to jail. Even having one or two drinks can put the average driver in peril of being arrested and charged with driving under the influence.
At Whibbs Stone Barnett Turner, we are sympathetic to the issues facing our arrested clients and their families. We know first-hand that when someone faces serious criminal charges, they are experiencing one of the most emotional and stressful times in their life.
Choosing the right criminal law attorney to successfully defend your rights is the first step a defendant can take to avoid loss of freedom, jail, prison, criminal and civil penalties, fines, financial restitution and a criminal record that may result in having life-long consequences.
Our lead criminal defense attorney, Gregory Whibbs understands the legal practice of Criminal Defense is a broad and specialized field of law. Many factors go into creating a successful defense strategy, but none are more important than having an experienced and dedicated trial attorney who understands the aggressive tactics of criminal prosecutors. Gregory will fight to mitigate the charges brought, to the greatest extent of the law or get the charges reduced or dismissed altogether. He is a top-notch criminal defense attorney with over 12 years of extensive courtroom experience.
Experienced Defense Attorney-Former Assistant State Prosecutor
First as a state prosecutor and now as a defense attorney representing those accused of committing a crime, Gregory has appeared in front of every judge in both Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties. Gregory was selected by the Independent News as a “Rising Star”, an honor recognizing young professionals in the Panhandle area who have achieved a high level of success in their chosen careers. This honor was based on his extensive trial experience and success while serving as an Assistant State Attorney. He has been the lead prosecutor in over 48 jury trials as well as hundreds of judge trials and violation of probation hearings.
As a criminal defense attorney, Gregory has represented a wide variety of individuals accused of a crime. From professional athletes, musicians, and physicians to other lawyers, active and retired military personnel and the average person, his experience is very broad based. His criminal practice consists largely of traffic infractions, DUI’s, domestic violence (injunctions & violations), assault & battery charges, drugs and drug trafficking crimes, sex crimes, white-collar crimes, misdemeanors, felonies including vehicular homicide, dui manslaughter, homicide and capital offenses. Defending our client’s rights to a fair and impartial process is the cornerstone of our criminal defense practice. We understand in law, that winning is everything.
Straightforward Legal Counsel
As a trial attorney, we represent clients in local, state and federal court. Many of our clients have been charged with a crime for the very first time and have no prior criminal records. Being arrested was the single most terrifying experience many of them have ever faced. Sometimes their personal stakes are very high, aside from being prosecuted, because of their professions or employer agreements of having to be notified if arrested and charged with a crime.
Men and women serving as schoolteachers, doctors, lawyers, bankers, financial consultants, active military, government employees, public officials, licensed professionals, students, juveniles, individuals holding captain licensing or special security clearances all face additional civil consequences and job security issues if convicted of many crimes. We know that when your current and future livelihood is on the line and a simple mistake can have lifelong consequences, getting the right legal representation is of critical importance.
That’s where we come in. Being charged with a crime and successfully proving beyond a reasonable doubt, places the burden of proof on the prosecution. If you need legal representation, Make Your First Call, Your Best Call. Whibbs Stone Barnett Turner at your side every step of the way before, during and after a verdict has been rendered.
Common Crimes We Also Defend
- Breaking and Entering
- Counterfeiting and Money Laundering
- Date Rape
- Felony Child Abuse
- Grand Larceny
- Juvenile Defense
- Record Sealing
- Robbery
- Sexual Assault
- Solicitation of Prostitution
- Stalking
- Violation of Probation
- Worthless Checks
Why Hire Whibbs Stone Barnett Turner
If you are charged with a crime and facing criminal prosecution, Gregory Whibbs is very interested in hearing your side of the story. From the moment he takes on your case, Gregory will aggressively pursue all possible defenses. When the world is closing in around you it’s refreshing to know your legal counsel is behind you all the way. If you have been arrested or are being investigated for a crime, you have constitutional rights that need to be protected. An experienced Criminal Defense Attorney will explain your rights and help you understand the Florida Rules of Criminal Procedure and how they may be used to help defend you. If we defend you, we will keep you informed about any important developments taking place in your case. We will examine all possible defenses, weighing the evidence that exists and will advise you on your chances at trial or if a plea is in your best interest. Our hands-on approach helps clients weigh their options and before we take any action, we make sure you understand your rights and the best defense for your specific case. The more information we have, the better we can prepare a defense. You can rest assured if you retain Gregory Whibbs he will not rest until your case is resolved.
