TAMPA CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY
Aggressive, Trial-Tested Defense When Your Freedom is on the Line
A criminal charge in Florida can threaten your career, your reputation, and your liberty. As a former State Prosecutor, John T. Ossi knows how the other side builds their case—and how to tear it down.
We represent clients facing misdemeanors and serious felonies throughout Tampa, Hillsborough County, and the greater Tampa Bay area.
25+ Years
of trial experience in Florida courts
100+ Jury Trials
and thousands of bench trials to verdict
Former Prosecutor
for the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit
CRIMINAL DEFENSE STRATEGY
A Strategic Defense Tailored to Your Specific Charges
Being arrested or placed under investigation is a terrifying experience. Law enforcement and prosecutors have vast resources working against you from day one. You need an advocate who will level the playing field. We thoroughly investigate every detail of your arrest, challenge questionable evidence, and build a customized defense designed to protect your rights and secure the best possible outcome.
Felony & Misdemeanor Crimes
Defense for felony and misdemeanor charges that can impact your record, freedom, and future. We represent clients across a wide range of criminal allegations with a focused defense strategy.
Drug Crimes
Drug charges can carry severe penalties and long-term consequences. We provide aggressive defense for clients accused of possession, trafficking, manufacturing, and prescription-related offenses.
Domestic Violence
Protecting your rights, freedom, and reputation when you are facing allegations of domestic violence, assault, battery, or injunction violations.
Traffic Violations & Citations
Defense for traffic citations that can impact your license, driving record, and insurance, including speeding, reckless driving, and other moving violations.
Theft & Property Crimes
We represent clients facing theft and property crime charges ranging from petit theft and grand theft to burglary, robbery, and stolen property allegations.
Violation of Probation & Bail Hearings
When you are accused of violating probation or need a bail hearing, the stakes are immediate. We provide fast, focused representation to protect your freedom and position your case.
THE PROSECUTORIAL ADVANTAGE
Inside Knowledge of How the State Builds Its Case
Before defending the accused, John Ossi served as an Assistant State Attorney for the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit in Hillsborough County. This invaluable experience provides a unique perspective on criminal defense.
He knows how prosecutors think, how they evaluate evidence, and where their cases are typically weak. He uses this inside knowledge to anticipate the prosecution's moves and counter them effectively.
Case Evaluation – We know the specific factors prosecutors weigh when deciding whether to file formal charges or offer a plea deal.
Evidentiary Flaws – Having built cases for the state, we know exactly where to look for constitutional violations, illegal searches, and tainted evidence.
Trial Readiness – Prosecutors know which defense attorneys actually go to trial and which ones always settle. Our 100+ jury trials command respect at the negotiating table.
Local Relationships – Decades of practicing in Tampa means we are deeply familiar with the judges, prosecutors, and procedures of Hillsborough County courts.
Contact
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If you have been injured or charged with a crime in Tampa or the surrounding Tampa Bay area, contact John T. Ossi, P.A. to discuss your options. There is no charge for the initial consultation.
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Email: john@johnossilaw.com
Office: 1810 S. MacDill Ave., Tampa, FL 33629
Serving clients in Tampa, Hillsborough County, and the broader Tampa Bay area.
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