Charges for theft, robbery, and burglary all involve the taking of another’s property, though the charges vary by how and where the activity took place. Being convicted of any of the above can bring serious penalties and long-term consequences, such as the possibility of future employment. If you have been charged with theft, robbery, or burglary, the experienced criminal...
Continue ReadingIt is not uncommon for police tactics to cross over into entrapment territory. Various techniques used by police when making a drug crime arrest, sex crime arrest, or other arrest can quickly open the door to an entrapment defense. An experienced criminal defense attorney at Moses & Rooth can review your case and determine if you have been subject...
Continue ReadingOver the weekend I received a phone call from a colleague of mine asking if I could speak to his client. I’ll call this client Bob. Bob is a local business man, well respected in his industry, and has never been in any criminal trouble. This was probably the first time that Bob had spoken with a criminal attorney....
Continue ReadingThe National Coalition Against Domestic Violence reports regular alcohol abuse as being one of the leading risk factors of domestic violence. Being accused of domestic violence can injure a person financially, professionally, socially, and, upon conviction, may face severe consequences. If you have been charged with domestic violence, an experienced domestic violence defense attorney at Moses & Rooth can...
Continue Reading“Friends don’t let friends drive drunk,” a slogan of the Ad Council in the 1980s, has been used for comedy parities over and over again, but none the less holds a truth. There are a number of strategies to use when trying to stop a friend from drinking and driving. Nonetheless, we cannot always be there to stop our...
Continue ReadingPrescription drugs can be just as addicting as other drug substances and, if you are caught in possession of or selling them you may face serious consequences. More specifically, there can be severe penalties for the illegal sale of prescription drugs, even if you possessed the drugs legally in the first place. If you have been charged with the...
Continue ReadingDiscover the top 10 crimes in Florida, from drug offenses to vandalism, and how the skilled attorneys at Moses & Rooth can provide the defense you need. Key Takeaways What are the top 10 most common crimes committed in Florida according to the FBI and FDLE? The FBI and Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) identify drug abuse violations,...
Continue ReadingThere is no agreed upon definition of a white collar crime. According to Wex Law Dictionary, sociologist Edwin Sutherland coined the term in 1939 as “a crime committed by a person of respectability and high social status in the course of his occupation.” Wex also states that a white collar crime is generally a nonviolent crime committed in a...
Continue ReadingYou’ve just been charged with a DUI, so now what do you do? What you do next is crucial to the outcome of your case. An experienced DUI defense lawyer at Moses & Rooth can assure the best results and guide you through the DUI nightmare. First Step – Driver’s License Suspension Hearing The first step after receiving a...
Continue ReadingTactics Police Use to Catch People Buying & Selling Drugs in Florida Police use a number of tactics in Florida to catch people buying or selling drugs. In 2013, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), drug crimes accounted for almost 30% of all arrests (not counting traffic offenses) in Florida. If you were arrested for buying or...
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