Author: Jay Rooth

If you are under investigation or facing charges for drug-induced homicide in Florida, you may be asking yourself a pressing question: How can I be held responsible for another person’s overdose? Prosecutors in the Sunshine State can file homicide charges by accusing someone of supplying or distributing drugs that lead...

If you face domestic violence allegations in Florida, the burden of proof is the thin line between accusation and consequence. Knowing who must prove what, and how much evidence is needed, shapes everything from charges to whether your freedom, reputation, and future are at risk. Domestic violence cases often run...

Being accused of domestic violence in Florida can feel like the ground shifts under your feet overnight. Arrests often happen quickly. Judges can issue Injunctions the same day. And suddenly, your future may hinge on what evidence exists and what does not. Evidence is not just about proving guilt or...

The principle of a statute of limitations is crucial in criminal law. It sets a time limit for the Government to take legal action against a person accused of committing a crime, including drug trafficking. The statute of limitations on drug trafficking in Florida varies depending on several factors. It...

So, Florida passed a new law. And no, it’s not about banning flip-flops in courtrooms (though maybe it should be). It’s called Dexter’s Law, and it took effect on July 1, 2025 — bringing the hammer down on aggravated animal cruelty. Dexter’s Law is not named after the popular serial...