Case Results
The attorneys at Meldon Law handle lawsuits throughout the state of Florida. We are extremely proud of the results that we have obtained and look forward to sharing them with you.
At Meldon Law, we strive to ensure our clients are fully compensated for their losses. If a settlement cannot be reached, then we are prepared to try the case. All cases are different and results are case-specific, but our attorneys work diligently for each client we serve. If you are interested in reviewing the settlements and verdicts we have obtained for our clients, please review the list below.
Charges: Maintaining a Vehicle Used for Drugs
DUI and Criminal Defense The defendant was the driver of a vehicle in which the passenger was in possession of cannabis and approximately $1,000. The driver stated that he had no direct knowledge that the passenger was in possession of cannabis, but suspected the passenger was dealing the illegal substance. The defendant was issued… Read More
Charges: Possession of Alcohol by a Person Under 21 Years of Age
DUI and Criminal Defense A Gainesville Police Department officer observed the defendant holding a 23.5fl oz can of Four Loko (an energy drink with alcoholic content). The beverage was identified by sight, smell, and label, and the defendant was identified by her Driver’s License. The defendant retained Meldon Law to assist with this misdemeanor… Read More
Charges: Possession of Less Than 20g of Cannabis, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
DUI and Criminal Defense Gainesville Police Department officers responded to a report from the defendant regarding a home invasion robbery. Upon arriving to the residence, the officer immediately noted an odor of burnt cannabis inside the home. During the robbery investigation, the officer noticed a green leafy substance in plain sight on one of… Read More
Charges: Possession of Less Than 20g of Cannabis, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
DUI and Criminal Defense A Gainesville Police Department officer conducted a traffic stop and made contact with the driver. As the driver was retrieving his information, the officer detected the plain odor of cannabis. The driver consented to a search of his vehicle and the officer discovered a plastic bag containing a green… Read More
Charges: Possession of Less Than 20g of Cannabis, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Liquor by a Person Under 21 Years Old
DUI and Criminal Defense A Gainesville Police Department officer responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle. The officer discovered the vehicle in a location away from any homes or businesses. After activating emergency lights, the officer walked up to the vehicle and noticed a bong sitting on the curb outside the passenger side… Read More
Charges: DUI, Driving Without Headlights at Night
DUI and Criminal Defense A Gainesville Police Department officer observed a vehicle driving without headlights activated at night. The officer noted obvious signs of impairment and requested backup. The responding officer made contact with the driver and immediately noticed a strong odor of alcohol emitting from his person and breath. The driver had glassy,… Read More
Charges: Possession of Alcohol by a Person Under 21 Years of Age
DUI and Criminal Defense A Gainesville Police Department officer observed the defendant holding a “solo” style cup containing vodka. The contents had the smell and consistency of an alcoholic beverage. The defendant was 20 years old at the time of the offense and was less than one month away from turning 21 years… Read More
Charges: DUI
DUI and Criminal Defense A ‘Be on the Lookout’ was issued regarding a possible impaired driver. The report came from a witness who was following the driver and speaking to Florida Highway Patrol dispatch via cell phone. A Florida Highway Patrol officer was able to catch up to the vehicle and observed the… Read More
Charges: Leaving the Scene of an Accident With Property Damage
DUI and Criminal Defense A vehicle was heading eastbound approaching a traffic circle. As the vehicle entered the traffic circle it proceeded straight instead of following the flow of traffic around the circle, hitting a curb. An individual in the center of the circle had to run to avoid being struck by the vehicle…. Read More
Offense: DUI
DUI and Criminal Defense A Gainesville Police Department officer was dispatched to a disabled vehicle with an unresponsive driver on the shoulder of a highway. The officer arrived on scene and observed a vehicle which had been driven off the roadway and onto a small embankment. The driver was still behind the wheel wearing… Read More
