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What to Do if You or Your Loved One Is Arrested

Your Guide To What To Do If You Or A Loved One Is Arrested In Florida

An arrest is disorienting, and the decisions made in the first few hours often matter most. This guide by attorney Adam Rossen walks through what to do right now to protect yourself or someone you love.

Inside the guide:

  • So you’ve been arrested: what happens next
  • Florida criminal maximum penalties
  • Step #1 — calling the right attorney
  • Step #2 — how to get someone out of jail
  • What you need to know about misidentification and Miranda rights
  • The mistake that cost Mike Tyson his freedom, and how to avoid it
  • How to choose a legal team

November 2025 edition.

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