Jay Rooth, Author at Moses & Rooth Criminal Defense Lawyers

Jul 28, 2023 | By Jay Rooth | Read Time: 4 minutes | Assault

How to Prove Innocence When Falsely Accused of Sexual Assault

One of the most controversial disputes affecting violence against women and other vulnerable populations is the prevalence of false accusations of sexual assault. Many argue that false reports of sexual assault are significantly overestimated. However, those falsely accused of these harrowing offenses can experience life-long consequences that dramatically impact their relationships, fundamental liberties, and socioeconomic opportunities. Defending against a...

Jun 8, 2023 | By Jay Rooth | Read Time: 4 minutes | Sex Crimes

What Happens If You Get Caught in a Prostitution Sting in Florida?

In Florida, soliciting prostitution carries serious criminal consequences. If you have recently been arrested, you might wonder, What happens if you get caught in a prostitution sting? In addition to incarceration, fines, and additional penalties like community service, solicitation charges can have significant collateral consequences that negatively impact your life. For instance, such charges might sully your reputation at...

Jun 1, 2023 | By Jay Rooth | Read Time: 3 minutes | Scholarship

Announcing the 2023 Scholarship Winner

We’d like to say thank you to all those who took the time to submit applications for our scholarship. After carefully reviewing all of them, we are pleased to announce the winner of our 2023 scholarship. Gabriel Monahan Congratulations! Gabriel is attending Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College. In his essay, Gabriel explains what he believes should...

May 23, 2023 | By Jay Rooth | Read Time: 4 minutes | Domestic Violence

What Happens at a Domestic Violence Hearing in Florida?

What happens at a domestic violence hearing in Florida depends on why you’re in court. Florida courts recognize two court actions that involve domestic violence. The first is a criminal case where the prosecutor charges someone with a crime involving domestic violence. The other is a domestic violence injunction hearing. These are separate cases, even though they might be...

Apr 6, 2023 | By Jay Rooth | Read Time: 4 minutes | Criminal Defense

Six Best Criminal Defense Attorneys in Orlando, FL

Orlando’s Top Criminal Defense Lawyers As criminal defense lawyers, we understand the importance of finding the right legal representation for your case. You might not know where to start looking without a personal referral to one or more of Orlando’s best criminal defense attorneys. If you’re researching online, sifting through pages of search results can be overwhelming. Many lists...

Aug 1, 2022 | By Jay Rooth | Read Time: 3 minutes | Robbery

Strong-Arm Robbery Charges in Orlando, FL

If you have a robbery charge or the police suspect you committed a robbery, your freedom is at risk. Even if the charges don’t involve a weapon, a conviction for a strong-arm robbery still carries a severe penalty. You will need a lawyer who can meet the challenges you face head-on to help safeguard your future. The Orlando criminal...

Jun 2, 2022 | By Jay Rooth | Read Time: 3 minutes | Bad Check

How Much Jail Time Can You Get for Bad Checks?

If you have a checking account or a debit card, chances are you’ve written a check or used your debit card when your account was running low. It happens to almost everyone. That’s a mistake, not a crime. Bouncing a check is a crime when you know that your account has no funds or you use fake checks to...

May 12, 2022 | By Jay Rooth | Read Time: 4 minutes | Domestic Violence

What Happens When You Get a Domestic Violence Charge?

Heated arguments sometimes happen between domestic partners. People say and do things in the heat of the moment that they ultimately regret. A domestic violence charge sometimes arises out of these disputes. Unfortunately, calling the police to settle the dispute often leads to one person finding themselves under arrest—even if no physical assault occurred. It is important to know...

Apr 25, 2022 | By Jay Rooth | Read Time: 3 minutes | Domestic Violence

Explaining Domestic Battery Charges in Florida

If you or a loved one faces charges for domestic battery in Florida, you might be worried about what could happen. Fear of the unknown is perfectly natural. Finding the right domestic battery defense lawyer for you may help ease your mind. Having an experienced, successful, and dedicated defense lawyer who has handled numerous battery and domestic violence cases...

Mar 7, 2022 | By Jay Rooth | Read Time: 4 minutes | Criminal Defense

Reckless Driving In Florida Charges: Meaning, Penalties and Defenses

If you’ve picked up a reckless driving ticket in Florida, you might be wondering what kind of trouble you’re facing. A reckless driving conviction can lead to major legal difficulties, and you could suffer terrible consequences in your personal life as well. Fighting your reckless driving charge with the help of an experienced traffic defense lawyer can help you...