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When the police show up at your door, everything can change in an instant. You may feel shocked, confused, and unsure of what will happen next. An argument may have escalated. Perhaps someone misunderstood what happened. Now, you are worried about your job, your family, and your future.  In Florida,...

When you face criminal charges in Florida, you carry more than paperwork into that courtroom. You carry your job, your reputation, your family’s stability, and your future. You may feel pressure from every direction with friends telling you to “just get it over with,” prosecutors offering deals, and fear of...

An arrest for a drug offense can make you feel like the ground just dropped out from under you. One minute, you are living your everyday life. Next, you are holding paperwork that says the state of Florida believes you intended to sell drugs. You may feel angry, misunderstood, or...

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...

By Attorney Jay Rooth We understand everyone has the right to defend themselves. The laws of the state of Florida allow for you to have a firearm in your vehicle as long as you qualify under the statutes and follow some basic conditions. For purposes of carrying a firearm in...