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Criminal Defense & DUI Attorney DeFuniak Springs & Walton County Area

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Criminal Defense & DUI Attorney: DeFuniak Springs & Walton County Area

Walton County, Florida is located between Okaloosa and Bay Counties and is home to some of the most beautiful beaches and communities to be found along the Gulf Coast. Many stops along Highway 98 and 30-A are considered idyllic family beach vacation destinations.

On the north end of Walton County along Interstate 10 and Hwy. 90 is the historical city of DeFuniak Springs, which houses the governmental offices, including the Walton County Courthouse and Clerk of Court, as well as the Walton County Sheriff, Walton County Jail, and State Attorney’s Office.

That is why DeFuniak Springs is the central location for all court proceeding even though a sizeable population lives closer to the Gulf beaches in places like: Miramar Beach, Watercolor, Seaside, Seacrest Beach, Grayton Beach, Sandestin, East Destin, and Santa Rosa Beach.

During Spring Break, and the summer months especially, South Walton County becomes a very popular tourist destination. People flock to the beaches to try to escape the hazy and humid weather the interior Southern United States has to offer.

Accordingly, during these times, there is a strong presence of law enforcement officers and other local police agencies roaming the highways and beaches looking for criminal activity.

Most of their focus is on DUI enforcement, underage drinking (Possession of Alcohol), drug activity (marijuana, cocaine, pills), and the occasional domestic disturbance (Domestic Violence Battery).

The end result is that a large portion of those targeted and arrested are out of town visitors. That is why my office is specially equipped to not only help local residents, but to also assist those charged with crimes who may reside out of state.

We have been practicing Criminal Law exclusively for over 10 years have handled over 6000 felony and misdemeanor cases mostly right here in Walton County and Okaloosa County.

Having a criminal defense lawyer with a local presence…. with local knowledge of how the court system works…. is critical to quality criminal representation.

It is important to have experience working with those individual judges and prosecutors, so that we can convey to the client how to best handle their individual case.

If you need a talented and highly experienced criminal attorney to help with an arrest on criminal charges in DeFuniak Springs or elsewhere in Walton County, give Lupella & Rehr a call at (850) 951-1134 for a free consultation.

We assist with DUI Defense, Drug Crimes, Domestic Violence, Assault, Battery, Theft, Burglary, White Collar Crimes (fraud, embezzlement, money laundering), Juvenile Offenses, Sex Crimes, Traffic Violations, Probation Violations, Expungement, Homicide, Manslaughter and other charges as well.


More Information On Some Of The Criminal Areas Lupella & Rehr Can Assist With In The Defuniak Springs Area

  • DUI – Drunk Driving
  • Domestic Violence
  • MIP/Underage Drinking
  • Arrested for Assault or Aggravated Assault
  • Drug Arrests: Possession or Trafficking – Marijuana,(pot), Cocaine, Heroin, etc.
  • Improper Exhibition of Weapons or Firearms
  • Out of Town – Out Of State Arrest
  • Civilian Attorney For Military Personnel
  • Violation of Probation
  • Under 18/Minor Arrest
  • Theft – Shoplifting
  • Soliciting
  • Traffic Offense – Tickets – Reckless Operation
  • Termination of Probation
  • Sentence Modifications
  • Possession of Marijuana
  • Vandalism
  • Conspiracy

More Information About Local Police Stations, Transit Info and Accommodations in the Defuniak Springs, FL area

If a family member has been arrested in the Defuniak Springs area, they may be first taken to this police station before being processed elsewhere.

DeFuniak Springs Police Department
99 S 18th St, Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
https://maps.app.goo.gl/jmRxPE1oNgAPmwEfA

Here’s another possible location where a family member or friend could be taken to after an arrest in the Defuniak Springs area.

Walton County Sheriff’s Office
10 Sheriff Circle, Defuniak Springs, FL 32433
https://maps.app.goo.gl/oxY3VAD3N5QD6y3TA

If you need transportation to a local sheriffs office, or our location, here’s an option if you need transportation when in the Defuniak Springs area.

Bay Limousine
83 Quail Ridge Rd, Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
https://maps.app.goo.gl/HzsZk2bUCjwGaEEP9

If you are from out-of-town and have to return for a court date, here’s an option to stay for your short visit.

Sunbright Inn
30 Live Oak Ave W, Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
https://maps.app.goo.gl/t9mtZF6PTRqNW6EH6

A cheaper option to stay at if you’re returning for a court date is:

Econo Lodge Defuniak Springs I-10
90 Business Park Rd, Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
https://maps.app.goo.gl/mKLAi317hXm2RyRK8

And finally, another reasonably priced accommodation in the Defuniak Springs area for you to consider.

Best Western Crossroads Inn
2343 US-331, Defuniak Springs, FL 32435
https://maps.app.goo.gl/8R1JujEg7izoeq8r9

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Lupella & Rehr
1614-B US HWY 90 West
DeFuniak Springs,
FL 32433

(850) 951-1134

Hours: Monday – Sunday 8am – 9:00pm Payments Accepted: Cash, credit card, money order, check


 

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Fort Walton Beach, FL.

Lupella & Rehr
2110 Lewis Turner Blvd.
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547

(850) 362-6655

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From our Ft Walton Beach Criminal Defense Office, we represent individuals in Valparaiso, Shalimar, Niceville, Mary Esther, Laurel Hill, Navarre, Hulbert Field, Eglin AFB, Santa Rosa Island and Okaloosa Island.

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Destin, FL.

Lupella & Rehr
3997 Commons Drive West
Suite I
Destin, FL 32541

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(850) 424-5240

From this office, we cover the following areas: Destin, Santa Rosa Beach, Miramar Beach, Sandestin, Rosemary Beach, Sunnyside, Seacrest, Seaside, Freeport, Choctaw Beach & Sacred Oaks.

Crestview, FL.

Lupella & Rehr
891 South Ferdon Boulevard
Crestview, FL 32536

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(850) 423-0738

From our Crestview Criminal Defense Office, we represent individuals in Escambia Farms, Laurel Hill, Svea, Baker, Holt, Milligan, Auburn, Deerland, the Duke Field area, and other areas in northern Okaloosa County.

DeFuniak Springs, FL.

Lupella & Rehr
1614-B U.S. Highway 90 West
DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433

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(850) 951-1134

From our Defuniak Springs Criminal Defense Office, we represent individuals in Freeport, Paxton, Miramar Beach, Alys Beach, Argyle, Blue Mountain Beach, Bruce, Eucheanna, Glendale, Grayton Beach, Inlet Beach, Mossy Head, Red Bay, Rosemary Beach, Santa Rosa Beach, Seacrest, Seagrove Beach, Seaside & Rock Hill.

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Fort Walton Beach, FL.

Lupella & Rehr
2110 Lewis Turner Blvd.
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547

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Destin, FL.

Lupella & Rehr
3997 Commons Drive West
Suite I
Destin, FL 32541

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P. (850) 424-5240

DeFuniak Springs, FL.

Lupella & Rehr
1614-B U.S. Highway 90 West
DeFuniak Springs, FL 32433

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P. (850) 951-1134

Crestview, FL.

Lupella & Rehr
891 South Ferdon Boulevard
Crestview, FL 32536

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P. (850) 423-0738

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Been arrested in Fort Walton Beach or Destin, Florida? Then see our practice areas and discover how we can help.

About Us

Shawn Lupella is a former civil prosecutor for the State of Florida and criminal defense attorney that has handled more than 10,000 combined cases. David Rehr is a former local criminal prosecutor who personally oversaw thousands of cases, but now dedicates his experience to criminal defense.  Lupella & Rehr can be reached at (850) 362-6655, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year if you need help.

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