Introduction
Admitted to the U.S. Supreme Court in 1990 and to the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals that same year, Carlos Canet has spent over three decades building a criminal defense practice that operates at every level of the court system. The Law Office of Carlos A. Canet, PA maintains its primary office at 12 Southeast 7th Street, Suite 703 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301, with a reach that extends across South Florida and statewide.
Canet has been admitted to the Florida Bar’s Southern District since 1989, placing him among a group of Florida criminal defense attorneys with both state and federal appellate court access accumulated over more than 30 years of practice.
Practice Areas
The Law Office of Carlos A. Canet, PA handles criminal defense matters at both the state and federal level, covering a broad range of charge types.
Practice areas include:
- Felony DUI: DUI manslaughter and DUI with serious bodily injury
- Federal court practice: federal cyber crimes and federal weapons offenses
- Drug crimes: trafficking and possession
- Aggravated battery
- Sex-related offenses
- Serious traffic offenses
- Appellate practice
- Pretrial motions
- Resisting arrest with violence
- Domestic violence, stalking, and restraining order matters
- Weapons charges
- Misdemeanors: petit theft, cannabis possession, prostitution and solicitation
Felony DUI charges in Florida occupy a distinct category from standard DUI cases. DUI manslaughter carries mandatory prison time and permanent revocation of driving privileges in most circumstances. DUI with serious bodily injury is a third-degree felony. Both require defense by an attorney with specific trial experience in serious DUI litigation.
Federal court criminal practice differs substantially from state court in procedure, evidence rules, and sentencing guidelines. Federal cybercrime cases frequently involve complex digital evidence, computer forensics, and multi-agency investigations. Federal weapons charges carry mandatory minimum sentences in many configurations. Canet has been admitted to federal district court for the Southern District of Florida since 1989 and to the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals since 1990.
The appellate practice component allows the firm to handle post-conviction and interlocutory appeals in addition to trial-level representation.
Attorney Profiles
Carlos Canet is the lead attorney and founder of the firm. He brings over 30 years of criminal defense experience in Florida to each case. His admission dates document his career length: Florida Bar Southern District in 1989, U.S. Supreme Court and Eleventh Circuit in 1990.
His approach to criminal defense is direct and aggressive. He has built his reputation on examining every angle of the evidence and legal procedure, challenging whatever can be challenged. He takes a head-on approach to prosecution cases rather than accepting weak outcomes for clients.
The firm offers 24/7 availability by phone, text, and email. Clients can reach Canet by text at 954-463-1919 in addition to the main number at 954-604-9316, and by email at canet.lawoffice@gmail.com. Spanish language services are available.
Location and Service Area
Law Office of Carlos A. Canet, PA is located at:
12 Southeast 7th Street, Suite 703
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301
Phone: 954-604-9316
Text: 954-463-1919
Email: canet.lawoffice@gmail.com
The Fort Lauderdale office serves as the primary location for the South Florida practice, with established coverage across:
- Miami-Dade County
- Fort Lauderdale-Broward County
- Palm Beach County
The firm also handles matters statewide in Florida.
More information is available at carloscanet.com/
Client Focus
Criminal defendants in South Florida who need an attorney with federal court experience, serious felony trial background, and over three decades of practice have a specific set of needs that not every criminal defense firm can meet. Carlos Canet built his practice to serve clients at the high end of case complexity: DUI manslaughter, federal cybercrime, drug trafficking, sex offenses, and appellate matters.
The 24/7 contact structure recognizes that criminal matters do not pause for business hours. Arrests happen at all hours, and clients need the ability to reach their attorney immediately. The combination of phone, text, and email contact ensures no communication barrier at any time of day. Spanish language services expand the firm’s accessibility to the significant Spanish-speaking population across Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties.
Frequently Asked Questions
What courts is Carlos Canet admitted to practice in?
Carlos Canet is admitted to the Florida Bar’s Southern District since 1989, the United States Supreme Court, and the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals, both since 1990.
Does the firm handle federal criminal cases?
Yes. The firm handles federal court criminal matters including federal cybercrime cases, federal weapons offenses, and federal drug charges.
What is the difference between DUI manslaughter and standard DUI in Florida?
DUI manslaughter in Florida is a second-degree felony (first-degree if the accused fled the scene). It carries mandatory minimum prison sentences and typically results in permanent revocation of driving privileges. Standard DUI charges range from misdemeanor to felony depending on prior convictions and circumstances.
Does the firm handle appeals?
Yes. The firm handles appellate practice in both state and federal courts, including the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals.
Are Spanish-language services available?
Yes. The firm provides services in Spanish for clients who prefer to communicate in that language.
How do I reach the firm after hours?
Call 954-604-9316, text 954-463-1919, or email canet.lawoffice@gmail.com at any hour. The firm maintains 24/7 availability. Visit carloscanet.com/ for more information.
Closing
Over 30 years of Florida criminal defense practice, federal court admissions since 1989 and 1990, and a practice spanning misdemeanors through DUI manslaughter and federal cybercrime place the Law Office of Carlos A. Canet, PA in a distinct category for South Florida criminal defense. The 24/7 availability by phone, text, and email keeps clients connected to their attorney regardless of when a situation arises.
Contact the firm at 954-604-9316, text 954-463-1919, or visit carloscanet.com/