The Rossen Law Firm Criminal Justice Blog
Welcome to the Rossen Law Firm Criminal Justice Blog. This library is a resource created under the guidance, experience, and expertise of four award-winning criminal defense attorneys. We defend clients in South Florida facing allegations related to state and federal felony and misdemeanor crimes.
Our blog provides relevant, up-to-date news and information gleaned from years of experience working as Fort Lauderdale criminal defense attorneys.
Keep up with our regular posts to find out more about Florida laws and how they affect you and your community, DUI and criminal charges, federal charges, possible criminal consequences, tips and education on your rights in Florida when you have an encounter with law enforcement and/or the state and federal criminal justice systems.
What is Sexual Battery?
Sexual battery is a serious crime that involves certain types of non-consensual sexual contact. Each state has its own definition of sexual battery, with its...
How to Choose a Criminal Defense Lawyer
Choosing the right criminal defense lawyer is pivotal when facing charges that can impact your future. The process can seem daunting, but knowing what to...
Can I Own a Gun with a Criminal Record?
A criminal record can affect many aspects of your life, and some serious convictions can even take away some of your rights under the law....
How Are Federal Sentences Calculated Using the Federal Sentencing Guidelines?
How Do Federal Judges Fashion a Sentence According to the Federal Sentencing Guidelines? Federal Sentence Calculations Using the Federal Sentencing Guidelines in 18 U.S.C. §...
What are the Possible Penalties for a 1st Offense DUI by a Minor?
A first-offense DUI by a minor carries significant consequences, even if there are no aggravating factors, like an accident or injury. While each state has...
What Alternative Sentencing Options Exist for DUI Child Endangerment Besides Jail?
Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense, and when children are involved, the legal consequences can become significantly more severe. Courts often consider...
What Age is Considered Too Young to Leave Kids Alone in a Parked Car Legally?
Being charged with leaving a child unattended in a vehicle can be stressful and devastating. State laws on this issue are designed to protect children,...
How Much Does a Lawyer Cost for a Domestic Violence Case?
When you face domestic violence charges, your future and freedom may be on the line. Further, you are dealing with a criminal justice system that...
Why Do I Need A Lawyer If I’m Just Under Criminal Investigation?
Facing a criminal investigation can feel confusing and intimidating, especially if you believe you’ve done nothing wrong. You might think hiring a lawyer is unnecessary...
What is a DUI?
A DUI, or driving under the influence, occurs when a person operates a vehicle while under the effects of alcohol, drugs, or other substances that...
Can You Get A DUI In Florida If You’re Not Driving A Car?
Many people assume that a DUI charge only applies if you’re behind the wheel of a car. In Florida, however, that assumption can lead to...
Limb loss “doesn’t define me”: Walter shares on National Limb Loss Awareness Month
Everyday, I wake up and do my routine: Stretch, get up, use the bathroom, wash my hands and face, sit down in the dining room,...
How to Protect Your Professional License and Yourself when Charged with a Florida DUI
While many might know about the consequences of getting charged with driving under the influence (DUI) in Florida, they may not know how a DUI can...
Can You Get a DUI in Florida If You’re Not Driving a Car?
We all know that in Florida anything is possible. We come up with some of the greatest (and weirdest!) news stories of all time, and...
Florida’s New Texting and Driving Law: Good Intentions may Lead to Serious Consequences
We’re all likely guilty of breaking this new Florida traffic Law. Every once in a while, even the safest of drivers divert their attention from the...
What to Do If You Get Arrested in Florida for DUI
What Do I Do If I Get Arrested for DUI? If you have been arrested for drunk driving in Florida, we recommend taking the following...
Up in Arms: When Self-Defense During a Trespassing Turns into a Gunpoint Arrest
Up in Arms: When Self-Defense During a Trespassing Turns into a Gunpoint Arrest in Pompano Beach, Florida. Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Attorneys share BSO Body...
A Quick-Start Guide to Florida’s New Texting and Driving Law
We recently shared a blog about Florida’s new texting and driving law, and the unintended consequences that may result from the law. While there is...
Will I Go to Jail for Theft?
If you’re facing a theft charge, it’s natural to worry about whether jail time is likely. Theft convictions can have serious consequences, especially if certain...
How Much Does a DWI Cost?
If you’ve been charged with a DWI, you’re probably wondering just how much this will cost. The reality is that a DWI impacts your wallet...