Defending Clients In Criminal Courts Across Tampa Bay, Florida And Select National Cases
Serious Charges Require A Serious Defense
There are few things as serious as being charged with a criminal offense, and that is doubly true when it is a federal criminal charge such as possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance or medicare fraud. When you find yourself being targeted by the FBI, DEA, ATF or Florida law enforcement, take your defense seriously and work with a criminal defense lawyer who has extensive courtroom experience and can mount a swift and decisive defense. If you have not yet been arrested or charged but have reason to believe you might be, it is just as important to retain experienced criminal defense counsel who can work to stave off an arrest or indictment.
At The Law Office of Mark P. Rankin, P.A., you can rely on Mark to provide you with a defense that ensures you are treated fairly in Florida State or Federal Court. In many cases, he can help you negotiate your case so that you can minimize the potential consequences you are facing. Depending on the evidence, he can also push to have the criminal charges against you dropped entirely and have evidence of the arrest and prosecution sealed or expunged.
Because of his extensive experience in federal criminal cases, Mark takes cases that stretch beyond Florida’s borders. Mark received SuperLawyers recognition in Colorado and accepts select national cases. He understands what strategies work best when facing federal criminal charges, and how your case will be investigated and litigated in a federal venue. He is aggressive and persistent in ensuring you have your day in court and that your rights are protected.
Recent Case Results
2024 | Pinellas County
Client charged with DUI and Second Refusal. Client was asleep at a stop light and admitted to having four drinks. The refusal charge was dismissed before trial and the jury acquitted Client of the DUI.
2024 | Federal Court | Tampa
Client charged with felony assault of TSA Agent. Charge reduced to misdemeanor and probation.
2024 | Polk County
Client charged with $150,000 felony embezzlement scheme. Resolved with pre-trial diversion.
2024 | Hillsborough County
Client charged with $50,000 felony stock fraud and violation of felony probation. New charge resolved with probation and VOP dismissed with no sanctions.
2023 | Federal Court | Tampa
2023 | Federal Court | Ft. Myers
Client charged with multi-million dollar business and personal tax evasion schemes. Over government objection, client sentenced to 9 months in minimum security camp.
2023 | Federal Court | Tampa
Client threatened with indictment for multi-million dollar fraud. No charges filed based upon violation of statute of limitations.
2023 | State Court | Pinellas County
Client charged with trafficking narcotics, felony use of firearm. All charges dismissed as part of pre-trial diversion agreement.
2023 | State Court | Pasco County
Client arrested for domestic battery. No charges filed after presentation of evidence to State.
2023 | State Court | Hillsborough County
Client charged with two felony voting crimes. One charge dismissed. Client pled no contest to one count and received no probation, no file, no court costs, and no jail.
2023 | Federal Court | Tampa
Client charged with aggravated identity theft. Charges dismissed with prejudice.
2023 | State Court | Pinellas County
Client charged with felony narcotics trafficking and firearm offenses. Charges reduced and client sentenced to probation with no adjudication of guilt.
Criminal Law Services
Federal Criminal Defense
Drug Crimes
Federal Drug Conspiracy
Federal Fraud
Criminal Defense
Meeting His Clients’ Needs
Mark understands that communication is critical to helping clients successfully navigate the criminal justice system and defend their case. You will have Mark’s cell phone number and be able to reach him almost any time of day or night – whenever you need him – by call or text. Mark doesn’t accept too many clients and cases so that he can show each client (and their family) the attention and responsiveness they deserve. Mark provides unparalleled access and client service.
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Reach Out To Mark Today
Do not wait until it is too late to get an attorney to defend you. Even before you are arrested or charged with a criminal offense, you need to have an attorney on your side to protect your rights and ensure that you are treated fairly. Call Mark at 877-620-0898 to schedule a free, confidential consultation with him, or send him a message on his website.