{"id":5864,"date":"2026-10-21T04:51:46","date_gmt":"2026-10-21T04:51:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/patrickwilsonlaw.com\/resources\/sexual-battery-defense-attorney\/free-consultation-sexual-battery-charge\/"},"modified":"2026-10-27T14:41:12","modified_gmt":"2026-10-27T14:41:12","slug":"free-consultation-sexual-battery-charge","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/patrickwilsonlaw.com\/resources\/sexual-battery-defense-attorney\/free-consultation-sexual-battery-charge\/","title":{"rendered":"Miami Sexual Battery Charge: Free Consultation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-5861\" alt=\"Police officer taking photographs and notes at a residence, with incident forms and evidence markers on a nearby surface.\" src=\"https:\/\/patrickwilsonlaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/police-officer-taking-photographs-and-notes-at-a-residence-w-photo.jpg\" width=\"1376\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/patrickwilsonlaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/police-officer-taking-photographs-and-notes-at-a-residence-w-photo-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/patrickwilsonlaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/police-officer-taking-photographs-and-notes-at-a-residence-w-photo-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/patrickwilsonlaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/police-officer-taking-photographs-and-notes-at-a-residence-w-photo-768x429.jpg 768w, https:\/\/patrickwilsonlaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/police-officer-taking-photographs-and-notes-at-a-residence-w-photo-1024x572.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/patrickwilsonlaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/police-officer-taking-photographs-and-notes-at-a-residence-w-photo.jpg 1376w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 825px, 100vw\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Sexual Battery Defense | Miami-Dade County<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Facing a Sexual Battery Charge in Miami?<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.769), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Patrick David Wilson and our team defend people across Miami-Dade, Broward and the Florida Keys. Start with a free first consultation: it is confidential and carries no obligation to continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867611719\">Schedule a Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/patrickwilsonlaw.com\/contact\/\">Schedule a Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By Patrick David Wilson \u00b7 Published October 21, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n\n<p>A first consultation with Patrick Wilson Law gives you a private place to talk through a sexual battery arrest, investigation, or charge. You can decide what to do next after a plain-language review of your case. Patrick Wilson Law is a criminal defense firm based in Miami. It serves people across South Florida, from Broward County to the Florida Keys.<\/p>\n<h2>What the Free Sexual Battery Charge Consultation Is<\/h2>\n<p>The first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation to continue. It is a private meeting about your sexual battery case. You can ask questions and get a clear picture before you decide anything.<\/p>\n<p>It is built for three groups of people:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>People who have been arrested for sexual battery.<\/li>\n<li>People who are under investigation or have been formally charged.<\/li>\n<li>Family members who want to understand what happens next.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Some people call right after an arrest. Others call days or weeks later, after a notice of a court date arrives. Either way, bring what you have, even if it feels incomplete.<\/p>\n<p>Patrick Wilson Law serves Miami-Dade County and Broward County. The firm reaches Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Kendall, Hialeah, Miami Beach, Homestead, and the Florida Keys from its Miami office. Patrick David Wilson is the responsible lawyer for this page. The firm has more than one lawyer and support staff.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#x27;re facing this in Miami-Dade, Broward, or the Florida Keys, reach out to Patrick Wilson Law now. Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867611719\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/patrickwilsonlaw.com\/contact\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/patrickwilsonlaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-police-officer-talks-seriously-with-a-civilian-outdoors-be-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A police officer talks seriously with a civilian outdoors beside a fence.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>What Florida Sexual Battery Charges Involve<\/h2>\n<p>Florida defines sexual battery by statute, and the charge level turns on the facts. The main definition is in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0794\/Sections\/0794.011.html\">Florida sexual battery statute<\/a>. The law defines consent as intelligent, knowing, and voluntary. It excludes coerced submission, and a lack of physical resistance is not treated as consent.<\/p>\n<p>Florida sorts felonies into degrees. A felony that a statute does not assign a degree is third degree, except that this does not apply to felonies punishable by life imprisonment for the first offense (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0775\/Sections\/0775.081.html\">Florida felony classifications<\/a>). Grading depends on facts such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The ages of both people.<\/li>\n<li>Whether force likely to cause serious personal injury was used.<\/li>\n<li>Prior convictions for certain offenses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Three stages matter: an arrest, a formal charge, and an open investigation. Each stage has its own timing.<\/p>\n<p>Collateral consequences matter too. Florida&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0900-0999\/0943\/Sections\/0943.0435.html\">sexual offender registration statute<\/a> applies to a person who is a sexual offender and requires that person to provide details such as address, vehicles, email, and any professional licenses. Bond terms can also include a no-contact order.<\/p>\n<h2>What the Consultation Covers<\/h2>\n<p>The consultation covers your paperwork, your timeline, the charge, and your next steps. Bring the arrest report, charging papers, bond paperwork, and any protective or no-contact order.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Your timeline.<\/strong> We map the arrest date, first appearance, arraignment, and upcoming court dates.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The charge.<\/strong> We review how the charge is classified under Florida law.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Your record.<\/strong> We check whether first-offender options may apply.<\/li>\n<li><strong>No-contact limits.<\/strong> Under the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0900-0999\/0903\/Sections\/0903.047.html\">pretrial release statute<\/a>, a no-contact order can bar contact with the victim, including through a third person. It can also bar being within 500 feet of the victim&#8217;s home, vehicle, or workplace.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Your statements.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How the Process Works, Step by Step<\/h2>\n<p>The process has five steps, and the first one is a call or message.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Reach out.<\/strong> Call 786-761-1719 or send a message through our <a href=\"https:\/\/patrickwilsonlaw.com\/contact\/\">contact page<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Intake.<\/strong> We confirm the county, the charge, custody status, and your next court date.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Consultation.<\/strong> You meet with Patrick David Wilson to go over the facts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Review.<\/strong> You hear your options and realistic next steps. Our review rests on your facts and the law, not on a promised result.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Decision.<\/strong> You decide whether to move forward.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Timing matters. A written not-guilty plea filed at or before arraignment makes the arraignment deemed waived (<a href=\"https:\/\/www-media.floridabar.org\/uploads\/2026\/10\/2027_04-Oct-Criminal-Procedure-Rules-10-1-2026.pdf#page=98\">Florida Criminal Procedure Rules<\/a>).<\/p>\n<h2>Why Patrick Wilson Law for a Sexual Battery Charge<\/h2>\n<p>Patrick Wilson Law focuses on criminal defense, and sexual battery is one of the matters it handles. The firm also takes DUI, domestic violence, white collar, and leaving-the-scene cases.<\/p>\n<p>The firm works with first-time offenders, licensed professionals, and non-citizens. A charge can affect a license, a job, or immigration status, so those concerns shape how we review your case.<\/p>\n<p>The firm has more than one lawyer and support staff. Patrick David Wilson is the responsible lawyer for this page. Our team explains each stage in plain language, so you know what comes next.<\/p>\n<p>For fee questions, read our <a href=\"\/resources\/sexual-battery-defense-attorney\/how-much-does-a-lawyer-cost-for-a-sexual-assault-charge\/\">sexual battery defense cost guide<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Questions People Ask Before Their Consultation<\/h2>\n<p>The questions below cover the points people ask about first.<\/p>\n<details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can the alleged victim drop a sexual battery charge in Florida?<\/summary><p>A complainant&#8217;s wishes do not, by themselves, control the process. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www-media.floridabar.org\/uploads\/2026\/10\/2027_04-Oct-Criminal-Procedure-Rules-10-1-2026.pdf#page=39\">Rule 3.115<\/a>, sworn complaints go to the clerk of the circuit court and then to the state attorney.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if the other person was an acquaintance?<\/summary><p>Florida&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0794\/Sections\/0794.011.html\">sexual battery statute<\/a> still asks whether consent was intelligent, knowing, and voluntary. The facts of each case decide how that test applies.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Should I talk to police before speaking with a lawyer?<\/summary><p>It&#8217;s safer to wait. At first appearance, the judge must tell you that you need not say anything, and that your words can be used against you. Speak with your lawyer before you give any statement about the case.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can a sexual battery charge be sealed or expunged?<\/summary><p>Sealing and expunction are processes set by statute. Eligibility depends on the facts of the record. Sealing has its own rules under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0900-0999\/0943\/Sections\/0943.059.html\">\u00a7 943.059<\/a>.<\/p><\/details>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867611719\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/patrickwilsonlaw.com\/contact\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>What to Gather and Avoid Before Your Consultation<\/h2>\n<p>Bring your paperwork and a written timeline. Avoid actions that could hurt your position.<\/p>\n<p>Bring these items:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Arrest paperwork, bond papers, and court notices.<\/li>\n<li>Any protective or no-contact order. Under the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0900-0999\/0903\/Sections\/0903.047.html\">pretrial release statute<\/a>, a no-contact order must be given to you in writing before release.<\/li>\n<li>A written timeline with dates and the names of anyone who saw the events or was involved.<\/li>\n<li>Your questions and concerns, such as work, licensing, or immigration status.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Avoid these actions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Posting about the case online.<\/li>\n<li>Contacting the other person, especially if a no-contact order applies.<\/li>\n<li>Discussing details with anyone except your lawyer.<\/li>\n<li>Giving police a statement before you speak with counsel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/patrickwilsonlaw.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/a-prisoner-in-an-orange-uniform-reviews-evidence-across-a-ta-photo.jpg\" alt=\"A prisoner in an orange uniform reviews evidence across a table in an interrogation room.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Talk to Patrick Wilson Law About Your Sexual Battery Charge<\/h2>\n<p>A sexual battery arrest or charge can put your job, your bond terms, and your daily routine on hold. Court dates arrive on a fixed schedule, so waiting can cost you time. If you&#8217;re facing this in Miami-Dade, Broward, or the Florida Keys, reach out to Patrick Wilson Law now. Call 786-761-1719 or use our <a href=\"https:\/\/patrickwilsonlaw.com\/contact\/\">contact form<\/a> to schedule your free, confidential first consultation.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>The information on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Please consult a qualified criminal defense attorney regarding your specific situation. Patrick Wilson Law, 13501 SW 128th St Ste 205, Miami, FL 33186.<\/em><\/footer>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How We Approach Your Defense<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Review of the Charge<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We examine the charging documents, the timeline and the statements in the record so you understand exactly what the state must prove.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Focused Criminal Defense<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Patrick Wilson Law focuses on criminal defense, including sexual battery charges, and builds a strategy around the facts of your case.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--chat\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clear Communication<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We explain each stage of the process in plain language, so you can make informed decisions at every step.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--phone\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Direct Access<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Call 786-761-1719 or leave us a message, and we will respond to your questions promptly.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Do Not Speak Without a Lawyer<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Avoid discussing the allegation with police, the complainant, or anyone else before you speak with a defense attorney. Statements made early on can affect your case.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867611719\">Call 786-761-1719<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/patrickwilsonlaw.com\/contact\/\">Call 786-761-1719<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">What to Know About a Sexual Battery Charge<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Consent Is Central<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These cases often turn on what was agreed to, what was communicated, and the circumstances surrounding the events. We analyze each detail with you.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Complaint Starts the Process<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A complaint does not decide the outcome. We explain how the matter moves from the initial report through the prosecutor&#x27;s office and the courts.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Relationships Matter<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether the other person was a stranger, an acquaintance or a partner, the facts of the relationship shape the defense. We address that context directly.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protecting Your Record<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once a case concludes, we can discuss options such as sealing or expunging the record, where eligible, to help you move forward.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-base-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4d466591 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--primary,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-text-color\">Talk to Patrick Wilson Law About Your Case. 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