Attorney Elaine E Lukic

Freedom
A Former Prosecutor — Who Knows How To Win

With 20 years of experience in the criminal justice system, I know how to get positive results for clients who have been charged with a criminal offense. With insider knowledge and a drive to win, I am the attorney defendants turn to when dismissal — and freedom — is their goal.

High Rate Of Dismissals And Acquittals

Recognized by the Equal Justice Foundation for my “high rate of
acquittals and dismissals” in domestic violence cases.

Former Domestic Violence/Sex Assault Prosecutor

With a background in criminal prosecution, I have the know-how and insight
to stand-up for your constitutional rights.

Domestic Violence Defense

Falsely accused? Misunderstood? Targeted by a spiteful significant other?
I can help.

Sexual Assault Defense

I don’t judge. I provide mitigating evidence to the
court to paint a complete, accurate picture.

10 Best 2016 for Client Satisfaction: American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
Top 25 Criminal Trial Lawyers
NACDA Top Ten Ranking 2016
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | FACDL
10 Best 2016 in Client Satisfaction | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
Palm Beach Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | PBACDL
Avvo Rating 10.0: Superb | Top Attorney in Criminal Defense
Lead Counsel Rated | LC
Avvo Client's Choice 2015: Criminal Defense
Top 100 Trail Lawyers | The National Trial Lawyers
Avvo Rating: Superb | Top Attorney in Criminal Defense
Top 25 National Women Trial Lawyers
Lawyers of Distinction 2016 - Five stars
Rated by Super Lawyers: Elaine E Lukic | SuperLawyers.com
Lead Counsel Verified | LC
10 Best 2016 for Client Satisfaction: American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys
NACDA Top Ten Ranking 2016
10 Best 2016 in Client Satisfaction | American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
Avvo Rating 10.0: Superb | Top Attorney in Criminal Defense
Avvo Client's Choice 2015 for Criminal Defense
Top 25 Criminal Trial Lawyers
Avvo Rating: Superb | Top Attorney in Criminal Defense
Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | FACDL
Palm Beach Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers | PBACDL
Lead Counsel Verified | LC
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | The National Trial Lawyers
Top 25 National Women Trial Lawyers
Lawyers of Distinction 2018 | Five stars
Rated by Super Lawyers: Elaine E Lukic | SuperLawyers.com
Lead Counsel Verified | LC
"The Highest Rate Of Acquittals and Dismissals"
— Equal Justice Foundation
"The Highest Rate Of Acquittals and Dismissals"
— Equal Justice Foundation

Know your rights when the cops are at the door

Would you know what to do if the cops got called out on a noise complaint at your house party? You should, because the repercussions from not understanding your Constitutional rights can reverberate across all aspects of your life – now, and in the future.

One student in Boulder didn’t and suffered the consequences. Below are some tips for avoiding problems with the police.

When the knock comes

If you’re having a party, keep your door closed and locked. Not only is this a good safety measure in general, but it also keeps the cops from strolling right into your dwelling without a warrant. If they knock on your door, ask why they are there.

A simple noise complaint can be handled through a closed-door interaction. You agree to turn the music down, quell the crowd noise and be mindful of neighbors, whatever they ask you to do. 

Don’t open the door

Even with the chain still on, that gives a visual perspective into your home, If they insist on speaking to you, you have a couple of options. 

  • Go outside. Leave the front door locked and go out the back and meet them. Tell them this so they don’t feel ambushed. Deal with the situation outside without providing warrantless entry to your home.
  • Insist they return with a warrant. Few cops will wake a sleeping judge to sign a warrant on a simple noise complaint. But if you let them in, they may glimpse illegal drug usage, underage drinking and any number of charges to which they would otherwise remain oblivious.

Will this work for all occasions? Ideally, yes. But we live in the real world where law enforcement officers don’t always play by the rules.

Survive the incident

Your number one goal in every interaction with the police is to survive the encounter. Don’t resist if they arrest you. Exercise your right to remain silent until you can consult with your defense.

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