Graves & Spivey, P.A.
Attorneys at Law



715 West Main Street
Tavares, FL 32778
Map and Directions
Phone: (352) 742-9090
Fax: (352) 742-9595

Criminal Defense Representation in Central Florida

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Bring a Lawyer to Your Arraignment and Bail/Bond Hearing

As soon as you are charged with a crime, important decisions are made right away.

Your arraignment is the first place where you need a criminal defense lawyer to protect your rights.

Another essential time to have a lawyer with you is when the judge sets your bail.

Don't waive your rights at these early steps in the criminal justice process. Contact us now.

Aggressive Lake County Criminal Defense When Your Liberty Is On the Line

At the law firm of Graves & Spivey, our attorneys aggressively defend people throughout central Florida who are charged with crimes. We handle felonies, misdemeanors and juvenile crimes.

When you have been charged with a crime, your future and your freedom may be at stake. Act quickly and hire a criminal defense lawyer who is experienced and will aggressively pursue your case. Contact Graves & Spivey now for a free consultation about criminal defense.

Attorneys Experienced in All Florida Adult and Juvenile Charges

Attorneys Michael Graves, John Spivey and Benjamin Boylston defend both adults and juveniles from any crime charged by the State of Florida, including:

  • Theft and property crimes from shoplifting to armed robbery
  • White collar crimes ranging from identity theft to organized fraud and from embezzlement to racketeering and public corruption
  • Fish and game/wildlife violations
  • Minor offenses such as criminal mischief and resisting arrest
  • DUI and BUI (boating under the influence), including driver's license suspension
  • Traffic crimes including driving while suspended, vehicular homicide and DUI manslaughter
  • Drug crimes including drug possession, sale, manufacturing and trafficking
  • Sex crimes: prostitution, sexual battery, Internet child pornography and other sexual offenses
  • Gun and firearm offenses such as possession of a firearm by a convicted felon
  • Violent crimes: assault, domestic violence, child abuse, kidnapping, false imprisonment
  • Grand jury cases
  • Parole, probation and sex offender registration violations
  • Expunctions and sealing of criminal records

Attorney Michael Graves has more than 25 years of criminal defense experience, and John Spivey has more than 15. Both attorneys have the distinction of being RCP 3.112 death penalty qualified by the Florida Supreme Court. John Spivey is also a certified criminal trial attorney through the Florida Bar.

As local Lake County criminal defense lawyers, we know the local court procedures of Lake and Sumter counties. We know the policies and practices of the local police and prosecutors. We have the experience and local insight to help you.

Protect your right to a fair trial with aggressive, experienced criminal defense. Contact us now for a free consultation.

We are available by telephone 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (352) 408-5899. Jailhouse consultations and evening or weekend appointments can be arranged.

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John Spivey is a Florida Bar Certified Criminal Trial Attorney    

Graves & Spivey, P.A.
Attorneys at Law

Call 24/7: (352) 408-5899

715 West Main Street
Tavares, FL 32778
Map and Directions
Phone: (352) 742-9090 | Fax: (352) 742-9595

The Orlando-area attorneys of Graves & Spivey serve clients in Lake County and Sumter County and throughout central Florida in communities such as Orlando, Daytona Beach, Ocala, Bushnell, The Villages, Orange County, Winter Park, Winter Garden, Leesburg, Claremont, Mt. Dora, Seminole County, Sanford and Altamonte Springs.

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*John Spivey is a certified criminal trial attorney through the Florida Bar.

The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.