# Luke Newman, P.A > https://www.lukenewmanlaw.com > Last Updated: 2026-06-19 Since 2004, attorney Luke Newman has been fighting and winning on behalf of the people of Tallahassee who have been arrested and charged with Florida and federal misdemeanor and felony offenses. He has been favorably reviewed by his clients and legal organizations alike, including a top 10.0 Superb rating from Avvo based on peer endorsements and recognition in the legal community, experience and background, and legal thought leadership through educating other attorneys on criminal defense. Luke is also highly involved in the legal profession, fulfilling important leadership roles in criminal law and criminal defense for organizations like The Florida Bar and the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. ## Contact - Phone: +1-850-224-4444 - Address: 308 McDaniel Street, Tallahassee, FL 32303 ## Locations - Tallahassee, FL - +1-850-224-4444 Areas served: Tallahassee, Florida ## Practice Areas - Criminal Defense - Assault & Battery - Drug Possession - Drug Trafficking - Felonies - Guns & Weapons Offenses - Probation Violations - Sex Crimes - White Collar Crimes - Federal Crimes - Criminal Appeals ## Attorneys - Profile: https://www.lukenewmanlaw.com/about-luke-newman/ Luke Newman is an experienced Tallahassee criminal defense attorney who began his practice in 2004 as part of a small law firm handling only criminal matters. ## Key Pages - Homepage: https://www.lukenewmanlaw.com/ - Blog: https://www.lukenewmanlaw.com/blog/ - Contact: https://www.lukenewmanlaw.com/contact-us/ ## 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Recent Articles ### Constructive Possession in Florida: When Drugs Aren’t Yours But You’re Still Charged https://www.lukenewmanlaw.com/constructive-possession-in-florida-when-drugs-arent-yours-but-youre-still-charged/ (2026-06-15) Luke Newman, P.A., represents the interests of Tallahassee residents who are facing drug charges. ### How Do Search Warrants Get Challenged in Florida Criminal Cases https://www.lukenewmanlaw.com/how-do-search-warrants-get-challenged-in-florida-criminal-cases/ (2026-06-08) Luke Newman, P.A., represents the interests of Tallahassee residents who are facing criminal charges. ### Florida Gun Charges Explained: When Legal Ownership Still Leads to Arrest https://www.lukenewmanlaw.com/florida-gun-charges-explained-when-legal-ownership-still-leads-to-arrest/ (2026-06-01) Luke Newman, P.A., represents the interests of Tallahassee residents who have been charged with weapons crimes. ### What Is “Intent” in Florida Criminal Law—and How Prosecutors Try to Prove It https://www.lukenewmanlaw.com/what-is-intent-in-florida-criminal-law-and-how-prosecutors-try-to-prove-it/ (2026-05-30) Luke Newman, P.A., represents the interests of Tallahassee residents who are facing criminal charges. ### What Happens at a First Appearance Hearing in Florida? https://www.lukenewmanlaw.com/what-happens-at-a-first-appearance-hearing-in-florida/ (2026-05-18) Luke Newman, P.A., represents the interests of Tallahassee residents who are facing criminal charges. ### Constructive Possession in Florida Drug Cases: How Prosecutors Try to Prove It https://www.lukenewmanlaw.com/constructive-possession-in-florida-drug-cases-how-prosecutors-try-to-prove-it/ (2026-05-11) Luke Newman, P.A., represents the interests of Tallahassee residents who are facing drug charges. ### Can Police Search Your Phone During a Traffic Stop in Florida? https://www.lukenewmanlaw.com/can-police-search-your-phone-during-a-traffic-stop-in-florida/ (2026-05-04) Luke Newman, P.A., represents the interests of Tallahassee residents who are facing criminal charges. ### Luke Newman Featured on Yahoo.com in Coverage of YNW Melly Case https://www.lukenewmanlaw.com/luke-newman-featured-on-yahoo-com-in-coverage-of-ynw-melly-case/ (2026-05-01) Criminal defense attorney Luke Newman was recently referenced on Yahoo.com in an article covering rapper YNW Melly's ongoing legal proceedings. ### Stand Your Ground in Florida: When Self-Defense Becomes a Criminal Case https://www.lukenewmanlaw.com/stand-your-ground-in-florida-when-self-defense-becomes-a-criminal-case/ (2026-04-27) Call the Tallahassee criminal defense lawyers at Luke Newman, P.A., and we can begin preparing your defense immediately. ### How Criminal Appeals Work in Florida: A Plain-Language Guide https://www.lukenewmanlaw.com/how-criminal-appeals-work-in-florida-a-plain-language-guide/ (2026-04-13) Luke Newman, P.A., represents the interests of Tallahassee residents looking to appeal a conviction. --- Detailed version — see https://www.lukenewmanlaw.com/llms.txt for summary Generated by MileMark Schema Pro