Panama City, Florida, Criminal Defense Attorneys
If you are facing criminal charges in northwest Florida and need quality counsel and representation, we can help. At the Dingus law firm, this is our exclusive focus: putting our legal knowledge and extensive experience to work helping Florida residents and tourists protect their futures.
Having a dedicated, proven criminal defense lawyer on your side can be the difference-maker in your case. Whether you are dealing with a DUI or drug charges, or facing allegations involving a sex offense or violent crime, we urge you to contact us now for a free initial consultation.
Experience You Can Trust — Knowledge of Legal Options and Strategies
We are a team of two experienced attorneys with very strong credentials. Jonathan W. Dingus has been practicing law in Florida since 1989, and Dustin S. Stephenson since 2000. As Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyers, we both meet very specific standards set by the Florida Bar Association for trial experience and ongoing education in our field. This is meaningful assurance that you can depend on our counsel and ability to defend your rights.
Our past experience as state prosecutors allows us in-depth insight into the charges, evidence, courts and officials instrumental in determining your fate. We are well-equipped to assess and handle your defense, whether your case involves:
- Felony, misdemeanor or traffic charges
- Prosecution in state or federal court
- Your need to pursue an appeal or post-conviction relief
- A strong case against you or false allegations that must be challenged
Delivering the Right Criminal Defense Approach for Your Situation
We welcome and energetically defend people in a wide range of circumstances, providing experienced juvenile defense and Florida tourist/visitor defense with full appreciation for the unique challenges this may pose for you.
Anyone can make a mistake and run afoul of law enforcement. No one is totally immune to false allegations or violations of their rights. When you must deal with any charge from DUI or drug possession to drug trafficking, fraud, assault or sexual battery, we are here to provide aggressive defense of your freedom, privileges and interests.

