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Nellie L. King

Nellie L. King is the Owner of The Law Offices of Nellie L. King, P.A. in West Palm Beach, Florida. A criminal defense lawyer with over 25 years of experience, she represents individuals in state and federal cases. Admitted to the Florida Bar in 1996, Ms. King earned her J.D. from Nova Southeastern University. She has served in leadership roles with the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. She has been recognized in Super Lawyers from 2019 through 2025.

LATEST ARTICLES BY: Nellie L. King

Mandatory Minimums for Fentanyl Trafficking in Florida : Can They Be Waived in Palm Beach County?

Florida treats fentanyl crimes very seriously. Mandatory minimums for fentanyl trafficking in Florida may result in lengthy prison sentences even for those who have never been arrested before. Because of its potency, Fentanyl has been…

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Warrants for Your Arrest in Palm Beach County? How a ‘Self-Surrender’ Protects Your Defense

Do you have warrants for your arrest in Palm Beach County? When you find out that there is a warrant signed by a judge for your arrest, time is already working against you. An arrest…

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The Florida Sex Offender Registry: Life-Long Consequences of a Lewd and Lascivious Conviction

The Florida Sex Offender Registry isn’t just a list. For those found guilty of lewd and lascivious acts, the registry can become a permanent mark, impacting their lives for many years. A Florida sex crime…

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Facing Sexual Battery Charges in West Palm Beach? The First 48 Hours Are Critical for Your Defense

Are you facing sexual battery charges in West Palm Beach? The first 48 hours after an arrest or investigation can determine the course of your entire case. Sexual battery is one of the most severe…

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The 10-Day Rule: How to Save Your Florida License After a Felony DUI Arrest in WPB

How to save your Florida license after a felony DUI arrest in WPB isn’t merely helpful information. It’s critical information that you will need within 10 days of being arrested. If you are arrested for…

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Multiple DUI Offenses in Florida: Avoiding the 5-Year or 10-Year Permanent License Revocation

Convictions for multiple DUI offenses in Florida are serious crimes. Each additional offense carries longer jail, higher fines, and the possibility of longer license revocation periods, including five years, ten years, and permanent revocation. For…

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Defending Homicide Charges in the 15th Judicial Circuit: What to Expect from WPB Prosecutors

There are certain aspects of defending homicide charges in the 15th judicial circuit that every criminal defense lawyer should know. While Florida homicide laws control the elements of each charge, prosecutors in West Palm Beach…

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Behavior Misinterpreted: When Stimming, Echolalia, or Fixations Lead to Criminal Charges

When an individual with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is charged with a crime, it is essential to hire an autism spectrum disorder criminal defense lawyer. They must understand how this diagnosis plays a role in…

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Using Expert Witnesses, Neuropsychologists, and ABA Specialists in ASD Criminal Defense Cases

If you or your children are diagnosed with autism and charged with a crime, you still have rights. Autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, can often affect a person’s ability to communicate. It can hamper their…

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Common Criminal Charges Involving People With Autism: Why These Cases Are Often Misjudged

For individuals living with autism, the behaviors and symptoms that come with it are just a part of daily life. However, behaviors normal to them are often misjudged by law enforcement, prosecutors, judges, and jurors.…

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