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Brandon Dinetz

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Brandon Dinetz is a criminal defense attorney at Meltzer & Bell, P.A. in West Palm Beach, Florida. He specializes in handling felony and misdemeanor charges, including DUI, DUI manslaughter, probation violations, batteries, drug offenses, weapons offenses, thefts, traffic-related incidents, and investigations involving misdemeanor and felony allegations. Brandon has extensive experience in handling serious felony matters. He also handles domestic violence offenses on a criminal basis and represents both petitioners and respondents in petitioning for injunctions for protection.

Brandon takes a proactive, aggressive approach to criminal defense accusations. Pre-file work with the State Attorney’s Office and the arresting agency investigating his clients is a crucial part of the timeline. Brandon is highly skilled in achieving excellent results early in the case. If the State decides to proceed with charges, Mr. Dinetz will never give up. He will work tirelessly to make sure your rights are protected.

Since joining Meltzer & Bell, P.A., Brandon has represented more than 1,000 clients in county court, circuit court, and administrative hearings. Some of his notable results include:

DUI Manslaughter – Brandon represented a young woman who was accused of DUI Manslaughter. It was alleged that she hit and killed a cyclist while under the influence of alcohol. She had never been in trouble before, and she was looking at a prison sentence of more than a decade. Brandon contacted and hired one of the top experts in the field of traffic accident analysis and reconstruction. Our expert found a major flaw in the state’s case. After reviewing our expert’s report, the State Attorney’s Office agreed that they had a problem. Negotiations to resolve the case culminated in an outstanding result for our client. She pleaded guilty to Driving Under the Influence, Causing Serious Bodily Injury, and was placed on probation. She did not serve any jail time as a result of her plea.

DUI (2nd) and Refusal to Submit – Brandon represented a young father who was accused of his second DUI and a criminal charge for his second time, refusing to provide a sample of his breath, urine, or blood. Additionally, he was facing an 18-month license suspension from the FLHSMV for refusing to provide a sample for the second time. Our client did not qualify for a hardship license, so we had to challenge the FLHSMV suspension in a formal hearing. At the formal hearing, Brandon successfully argued for the removal of the 18-month suspension for refusing to provide a sample for the second time. Our client’s license was cleared of the FLHSMV suspension. In the criminal case, Brandon successfully presented legal arguments to the State Attorney’s Office that resulted in the dismissal of the second DUI and probation period for the criminal charge of refusing to provide a sample. The case was resolved without any license suspension.

Driving Under the Influence and Racing on Highway – Brandon represented a young man who was accused of Driving Under the Influence, wherein he provided a breath sample over .08. In addition to a criminal charge, the breath results triggered a six-month driver’s license suspension from the FLHSMV. Brandon believed the officer’s investigation created legal issues. He set a hearing with the FLHSMV to argue for removing the six-month suspension. While the case was pending, the client was again arrested for racing on the highway, which could have revoked his bond on the DUI case, leading to him being in custody until both cases were resolved. Brandon utilized his relationships with the State Attorney’s Office to address the criminal cases immediately. He contacted the prosecutor to prevent them from filing a motion to revoke the client’s bond on the DUI case. Brandon argued that the racing allegations were legally insufficient and should be dismissed. He also argued that the DUI charge was based on a weak investigation. However, given our client’s breath sample, which was above .08, our client would consider a plea to Reckless Driving and participation in the Palm Beach County DUI Diversion Program if the DUI were dismissed. The prosecutor agreed with Brandon’s position and dismissed the Racing on Highway case upon completing a driving course and the payment of $100. The client was allowed to participate in the DUI Diversion Program, which resulted in no conviction for the DUI charge, and the charge was dismissed. During the formal review hearing with the FLHSMV, Brandon argued that the start of the officer’s investigation was legally insufficient. The FLHSMV officer agreed, and the 6-month suspension was removed from the client’s driving record.

Prior to joining the firm, Brandon worked as an Assistant State Attorney for the 15th Judicial Circuit in Palm Beach County. He prosecuted over 3,100 criminal cases, including DUI, theft, batteries, firearm charges, drug offenses, and numerous traffic offenses. He worked as a Lead Division Attorney, filed DUI charges, and prosecuted violations of probation and DUI recidivists. During his tenure, he argued hundreds of evidentiary hearings and over 35 jury trials of both misdemeanor and felony charges.

While working as a prosecutor, Brandon cultivated strong relationships with the local legal community, including law enforcement officers and both County and Circuit Court judges. His tempered aggression gained the respect of his colleagues and adversaries alike.

Brandon achieved his law degree from Nova Southeastern Law School in 2016 after winning an Invitation-Only international mock trial competition in Scotland and several other national mock trial competitions. He occasionally donates time to train and educate students to hone their trial advocacy skills. He was a Craig S. Bernard Inns of Court member and belongs to the Palm Beach County Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers.

Education:

  • University of Buffalo, Buffalo, New York – Bachelor of Arts – International Trade, 20112
  • Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law, Fort Lauderdale, Florida – Juris Doctor, 2016

Work Experience:

  • Office of the State Attorney – 15th Judicial Circuit of Florida, 2017-2020
  • Law Clerk Bradford Cohen Law 2014-2016
  • Criminal Law Teaching Assistant, Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad College of Law, 2014-20
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Felony Possession Of Controlled Substance and DUI (Second Offense w/in 5)
The Defendant was charged with Felony Possession of Controlled Substance, punishable by 5 years in prison, and Driving Under the Influence, a second DUI offense within five years of a prior DUI conviction which carries a mandatory jail sentence and a five-year driver’s license revocation. The Defendant’s vehicle was stopped by Officer Malave of the Sunrise Police Department for repeatedly stopping and starting his vehicle near an intersection and for violating a flashing yellow light by stopping and remaining stationary at the intersection. Officer Malave approached the vehicle and made contact with the Defendant. Upon making contact with the Defendant, the Officer noticed that the defendant had the strong odor of an alcoholic beverage, bloodshot and watery eyes, slurred speech ; and the Defendant was incapable of formulating complete sentences. The Defendant would nod off in mid-sentence and was completely incoherent at times. After making those observations, Officer Malave, a female called for the assistance of two male officer’s due to the Defendant’s condition and physical size. The male officers loudly ordered the Defendant out of the car on multiple occasions, but the Defendant would not comply. The Officers attempted to forcibly remove the Defendant from the vehicle, but the Defendant resisted those efforts by bracing, pulling and stiffening his body so that the officers could not move him. The Defendant was slammed to the ground, which the officers took as a refusal to perform roadside exercises and then incorrectly read the Defendant implied consent, which only applies to breath tests. Officers noticed that there ere three cans of beer in the vehicle as well. The Defendant was arrested for DUI and was NOT taken to the Breath Testing Facility and DUI Room, but only the Broward County Main Jail. The Defendant was never asked to submit to a breath test. After the Defendant’s arrest, Officers discovered 27 pills located in a tackle box in the Defendant’s vehicle which ultimately were revealed to be anabolic steroids. Partner, Lawrence Meltzer of Meltzer & Bell prepared for trial. During preparation, the firm filed several Motions in Limine (Motions to Exclude Evidence) that asked the court to exclude any reference to roadside exercises or the Defendant’s alleged refusal top perform them as the Defendant was not offered the roadside exercises and, thus, never refused them. Additionally, the court was asked to exclude any mention of a refusal to submit to a breath test or failure to give on as, again, one was never offered. Finally, the court was asked to prohibit the State from discussing the anabolic steroids as such pills, although a controlled substance, are not those of an impairing or intoxicating nature. After receiving the Motion, the state conceded and was compelled to drop all DUI related charges. Meltzer & Bell was also able to have all felony drug charges dropped as well.
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Result:  Not Guilty
Driving Under the Influence
The Defendant was charged with Driving Under the Influence. Officers of the Davie Police Department were alerted by a concerned citizen that our client was leaving The Billiard Club, a pool bar, in an extremely intoxicated state and about to drive. The Officer approached the vehicle as the car was in reverse, ordered the Defendant to stop the vehicle and conducted a wellness check and noticed the Defendant had bloodshot eyes, the odor of an alcoholic beverage, and extremely slurred speech. Based on those observations, the officer asked the Defendant to perform roadside sobriety exercises, to which the defendant refused. The Defendant was placed under arrest for DUI and was asked to submit to a breath test, but, again refused. Lawrence Meltzer of Meltzer and Bell began to prepare for trial and researched case law in an effort to suppress or throw out the stop of the Defendant’s vehicle and all evidence that followed the stop as being unconstitutional and based upon a lack of reasonable suspicion as the Defendant had done nothing to justify her vehicle being stopped. The firm and Mr. Meltzer researched a similar factual scenario in State v. Sliviak in which the stop was suppressed based upon a lack of reasonable suspicion of criminal activity in an almost identical situation. This case law was presented to the State prior to trial. Upon receiving it, the State agreed and dropped the DUI charge.
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Result:  Charges Dropped
REFUSAL TO SUBMIT TO TESTING
The Defendant was observed by Officer Troy Murdock of the Coral Springs Police Department traveling 55 in a 40mph and weaving uncontrollably to the extent traffic began to slow in order to evade her. The officer activated his emergency lights in order to stop the Defendant, however, she did not until she was forced to because of a traffic backup at the intersection of Riverside Drive and Coral Springs Drive. Upon making contact with the Defendant, the officer noticed the defendant to have an extremely strong odor of an alcoholic beverage; that she could not handle or identify her vehicle documentation and that her speech was extremely slurred and that she was disoriented to the point where she was nodding off in front of the officer. When asked if she knew how fast she was moving the defendant responded by saying “I was doing 99.9”. The Defendant was asked to exit the vehicle and could not place the car in park. Upon exiting the vehicle, the Defendant almost fell into oncoming traffic and had to be saved by the officer. The Defendant could not maintain her balance and was disheveled in her appearance. The defendant refused to perform roadside exercises and later refused a breath test. The defendant had previously been arrested for DUI and previously had her licensed suspended for refusing a breath test and admitted to “having some vodkas”. Meltzer & Bell, once again, proceeded to trial. At trial, our attorneys were able to demonstrate that the officer was not truthful in his testimony through the use of photographs and google satellite photos, and based upon the testimony of the client.
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Result:  DUI Dismissed
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This past year I bought myself a new toy. It’s the third bike I’ve owned, so ‘Im familiar with the tickets that come with it. So far Steven Bell, Esq. has had my reckless driving reduced to a $50 fine and driving school-no points and a complete dismissal of criminal charges. Had my driving without a license dropped-no points. And a 30 over speeding ticket to a fine and driving school-no points. I’d have to say this law-firm handles their own. If your looking for a stress free way of handling your tickets call Meltzer and Bell PA, “The Traffic Stop”.

L.J.
19 Aug 2023

Meltzer and Bell, P.A., “The Traffic Stop,” really went above and beyond in their representation of me in Osceola County on my speeding ticket. They may possibly be THE BEST traffic lawyers I’ve ever encountered. Be sure to send your friends and family to the Meltzer and Bell, P.A., “The Traffic Stop,” for their traffic ticket and DUI needs. I can’t believe that they got the result that they did. Quite simply, they are the most professional firm that I have ever dealt with, and their level of expertise and communication is unparalleled.

I sincerely thank you for everything.

J.N.
27 Jul 2023

I just had to commend you on the outstanding job you did on behalf of your client in court yesterday. If my clients were ever to ask me if I know of a good DUI defense attorney, I know to whom I can refer them!

A.A.
14 Jun 2023

I just wanted to thank you for taking care of my ticket for me. I am thrilled with the outcome and I will definitely refer you to all my family and friends! Thank you so much!

C.W.
05 May 2023

Thank you Meltzer and Bell, The Traffic Stop, for handling my recent accident case. You did an amazing job in getting my case dismissed and saved me TONS of money in the long run. I will always recommend your services to anyone who wants the job done right!

K.R.
25 Apr 2023
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