Serving Highlands, Hardee & Polk County with Criminal Defense

Privacy Policy 

The Law Office of William B. Fletcher, P.A. 

Effective Date: February 20, 2026

1) Who We Are & Scope

This Privacy Policy explains how The Law Office of William B. Fletcher, P.A. (“we,” “our,” or “the Firm”) collects, uses, shares, and safeguards personal information when you visit https://www.fightingforyourfreedom.com/  (the “Site”), contact us, or engage our legal services. This Policy applies to website visitors, prospective clients, current and former clients, and individuals acting on their behalf.

No attorney‑client relationship via the Site: Contacting us through the Site or by email/phone does not create an attorney‑client relationship. Please do not send confidential information until we have executed a written engagement agreement.

2) Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide Directly

  • Contact details (name, phone, email, address)
  • Case‑related information you choose to share
  • Communications (emails, calls, messages)
  • Payment information processed by our payment provider (we do not store full card numbers)
  • Identity/authorization documents (if needed for representation)

B. Information Collected Automatically (Website/Device)

  • IP address, device identifiers, browser type, operating system
  • Pages viewed, links clicked, referring/exit pages, timestamps
  • Cookies, pixels, and similar technologies (see Cookies & Analytics)

C. Information From Third Parties

  • Referral sources (e.g., family members)
  • Public records, courts, and law enforcement
  • Opposing counsel and prosecutors (in the course of representation)
  • Service providers (e.g., e‑signature, case management) that you interact with at our direction

3) How We Use Information

  • Provide legal services (case evaluation, representation, court filings, communications)
  • Respond to inquiries and schedule consultations
  • Operate and improve the Site and our services
  • Manage billing and payments
  • Comply with law and professional obligations (including conflict checks)
  • Protect rights, safety, and security, and prevent fraud or misuse

We do not sell personal information, and we do not share personal information with third parties for their independent marketing.

4) Attorney–Client Confidentiality & Prospective Clients

We treat communications with both clients and prospective clients as confidential under applicable professional rules. Access to case files and sensitive data is restricted to authorized Firm personnel on a need‑to‑know basis. If we are unable to represent you due to a conflict or other reason, we may retain minimal information (e.g., your name, opposing parties) to comply with conflict‑check obligations.

5) Legal Bases for Processing (EU/UK Visitors)

Where applicable, we process personal data under one or more lawful bases: performance of a contract (or steps prior to entering a contract), legitimate interests (e.g., Site operation, security), consent (where required), and compliance with legal obligations.

6) Sharing Your Information

We may share information with service providers under contract and confidentiality (e.g., secure document storage, case‑management software, e‑signature tools, IT/security vendors, payment processors); courts, prosecutors, law enforcement, or opposing counsel as necessary to provide legal services or comply with court orders/law; professional advisors (e.g., co‑counsel, experts) with your knowledge or as reasonably necessary for your matter; and in the event of a business transfer subject to professional duties. We require our service providers to use your information only to provide services to us and to protect it appropriately.

7) Cookies, Analytics, and Advertising

We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the Site and understand usage.

  • Analytics: We may use analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to measure traffic and performance. Opt out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
  • Advertising: If we run search or local ads, we may use tracking to measure conversions. We do not sell personal data or permit third parties to use it for their own advertising. Manage Google ads: https://adssettings.google.com; industry opt‑outs: https://optout.aboutads.info, https://optout.networkadvertising.org
  • Do Not Track: We currently do not respond to DNT signals. Use the tools above to manage preferences.

8) Data Security

  • Encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS) and at rest (where supported)
  • Role‑based access controls and multi‑factor authentication
  • Secure device configurations (screen lock, disk encryption, remote wipe)
  • Vetted vendors and secure file transfer/e‑signature tools
  • Encrypted, periodic backups

No system is 100% secure. If we learn of a security incident involving your information, we will take appropriate steps and notify you as required by applicable law.

9) Data Retention & Destruction

Prospective client inquiry/conflict‑check records are retained for a limited period. Client files are retained for the period required by applicable law and professional rules, or as stated in the engagement agreement. When retention periods end (and no legal hold applies), we securely delete electronic records and cross‑shred paper files.

10) Children’s Privacy & Juvenile Matters

Our Site is intended for adults and legal guardians. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13 online. For juvenile cases, we verify parental/guardian authority before sharing case information and apply heightened confidentiality controls. If you believe we collected information from a child under 13 without consent, please contact us and we will delete it.

11) Your Choices & Rights

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your information, subject to legal and ethical obligations. You may select your preferred communication method. Depending on where you live, you may have additional privacy rights. We will verify your identity (and, if applicable, your agent’s authority) before fulfilling requests. To make a request, see Contact Us below.

12) Payments

Online payments are processed by a PCI‑DSS compliant payment processor. We do not store full payment card numbers on our systems.

13) Third‑Party Links

The Site may link to third‑party websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

14) International Visitors

If you access the Site from outside the United States, your information may be processed in the U.S., where privacy laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

15) Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. Changes are effective when posted on this page with the updated Effective Date. Material changes will be highlighted for a reasonable period.

16) Contact Us

The Law Office of William B. Fletcher, P.A. 

Attn: Privacy

Email: esoto@freedomdefenselaw.com

Phone: 863-385-1565

17) Additional Legal Notices

  • We do not sell personal information and do not share personal information for cross‑context behavioral advertising.
  • We do not use your information for automated decision‑making that produces legal or similarly significant effects without human review.
  • We are not a HIPAA “covered entity,” but we treat health‑related information in criminal matters as highly sensitive.
  • If notification is required by law (e.g., Florida Information Protection Act), we will notify you consistent with those requirements.