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• General Criminal Defense
• Drug Crimes / Drug Trafficking
• Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
• Traffic Violations
• Domestic Violence / Battery / Assault
• Violation of Probation or Community Control
• Appeals / Post-Conviction Relief
• Personal Injury
• General

General Criminal Defense:

• U.S. Supreme Court Rules Criminal Suspects Must Directly Assert Right to Remain Silent   
  Description: Why choose our criminal defense law firm? Former prosecutor, years of criminal defense experience, and more. If you have been arrested in Florida, contact the Rooth Law Group today to schedule a free initial consultation: 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.
• Is Pretrial Intervention / Diversion Program Right for You?   
  Description: Pretrial intervention programs, also known as diversion programs, are intended to provide appropriate counseling, education, supervision, and medical and psychological services. A diversion program may or may not be appropriate, depending on your goals and the circumstances of your case. If you are faced with a misdemeanor or felony charge, contact Rooth Law Group for a free consulation to discuss your options today: 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.
• Avoiding an Arrest Warrant   
  Description: Be sure to follow all court-ordered directions throughout your criminal case to avoid the issuance of a bench warrant. These simple duties can include attending your pre-trial dates, paying fines due in a timely manner, and completing your assigned community service obligations. If you are unable to attend a pre-trial date or meet any of your obligations, make sure your attorney informs the court in advance of the court date or deadline. If you have a warrant out for your arrest, call Rooth Law Group today for a free consultation, 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.
• What to Expect at Booking   
  Description: What typically occurs when you are booked into jail or prison? Is the booking process that I (or my husband, wife, son, or daughter) was subject to constitute a typical booking? This article should address those questions and more. Call Rooth Law Group today for a free consultation, 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.
• What to Expect in an Arrest   
  Description: What typically occurs during an arrest? Did the arrest that took place against me, my husband/wife/son/daughter constitute a typical arrest? This article should address those questions and more. Call Rooth Law Group today for a free consultation about your criminal charges, 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.

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Drug Crimes / Drug Trafficking:

• When Does a "Knock and Talk" Become a Fourth Amendment Violation?   
  Description: A "knock and talk" is a legal consensual encounter with a law enforcement official but they can cross the line to become a warrantless search that violates Fourth Amendment rights. Do you think your constitutional rights may have been violated? Call us today for a free consultation, 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.
• When the Fourth Amendment Does Not Protect You - Consensual Encounters   
  Description: A consensual encounter with a law enforcement officer is not considered a stop or search and therefore, is not entitled to Fourth Amendment protection. If you have questions about whether your constitutional rights were violated, call us today for a free consultation, 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.
• How the U.S. Supreme Court’s Latest Search and Seizure Decision Could Affect You   
  Description: On April 21, 2009, the United States Supreme Court held that the police may search a passenger compartment of a car incident to an occupant’s arrest only if it is reasonable to believe that the arrestee might access the vehicle at the time of the search or that the vehicle contains evidence of the offense of arrest. Arizona v. Gant, 129 S. Ct. 1710 (2009). Contact us today for a free consultation if you have any questions about your search and seizure issue, 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.

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Driving Under the Influence (DUI):

• How Your Field Sobriety Test May Impact Your DUI Prosecution   
  Description: If you have been pulled over for a suspected DUI, it is likely the police officer asked you to perform various exercises to test your physical and motor skills. These tests are known as field sobriety tests and have been developed with the goal of being standardized, scientifically reliable, and predictive of impairment. A skilled criminal defense attorney may be able to challenge the field sobriety tests in your legal defense. Contact St. Petersburg DUI attorneys at Rooth Law Group for a free consultation today: 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.
• Texting While Driving - The Next DUI   
  Description: We at the Rooth Law Group, see every day the often tragic effects of a decision to drive under the influence. Because texting while driving is similarly dangerous and avoidable, we urge all drivers to refrain from this all too-common practice. If you find yourself in the unfortunate position of having to defend yourself against these DUI charges, please call our office for a free consultation. Call us today for a free consultation: 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.
• An Overview of Florida Boating Under the Influence Law   
  Description: A BUI charge is easier to avoid than to fight in a court of law. If you do find yourself in this unfortunate circumstance, or having to defense any driving under the influence charge, do not hesitate to call Rooth Law Group today for a free consultation: 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.
• Your First-Time DUI and the DMV   
  Description: This article focuses only on a first-time DUI and discusses how the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles responds to a DUI arrest and the actions they take immediately after your arrest. If you have questions about your DUI charge or traffic violation, call us today for a free consultation, 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.

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Traffic Violations:

• New Seat Belt Law Will Lead to Greater Safety . . and More Criminal Arrests   
  Description: Effective June 30, 2009, Florida legislatures have passed a new law that allows a police officer to stop an automobile solely based on the driver or front seat passenger’s failure to wear a seatbelt. If you have questions about your traffic ticket, call us today for a free consultation, 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.
• Making Sense of Florida’s “Point System”   
  Description: If you are pulled over and receive a speeding ticket, you probably think your only option is to pay your ticket. If you do so, you will automatically be assessed points on your driving history. Florida’s Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles have a “point system” that determines the severity of the penalty for those who commit traffic offenses. If you have questions about your traffic violation and points assessed, call us today for a free consultation, 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.

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Domestic Violence / Battery / Assault:

• How To Avoid Criminal Charges From A Domestic Violence Injunction   
  Description: If you find out there is an injunction naming you, take this very seriously and be careful with everything you do. If you disregard the injunction, an already bad situation can become ten times worse. This article contains ten general concepts you should review and understand if you know there is an injunction in place against you. Call us today for a free consultation to discuss defending an injunction violation: 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.

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Violation of Probation or Community Control:

• How to Terminate Your Probation Early   
  Description: If you are on probation and interested in terminating probation early, there are various factors the court will look for in making this decision. If you would like to retain a criminal defense attorney to assist you in this process, contact Rooth Law Group today for a free consultation, 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.

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Appeals / Post-Conviction Relief:

• When is an Error in Jury Instructions Grounds for Appeal?   
  Description: An erroneous jury instruction is fundamentally erroneous only if it relates to a disputed issue at trial and a guilty verdict could not have been reached without the erroneous instruction. If you have questions about your criminal appeal, call Rooth Law Group today for a free consultation, 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.

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Personal Injury:

• Stay Safe on the Roads this Thanksgiving Weekend   
  Description: Thanksgiving Weekend is the most dangerous time for driving out of the entire year. It is also the most travelled time and almost 90% of people travelling do so by car. According to statistics, Thanksgiving Weekend is also the deadliest holiday of the year. Stay safe this Thanksgiving by following these general tips. If you have been injured while travelling, call Rooth Law Group today for a free consultation, 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.

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General:

• Your Options for Choosing a Power of Attorney in Florida   
  Description: If you are thinking of creating a Last Will and Testament and want to know what options you have in choosing a power of attorney in Florida, Rooth Law Group can advise you about your choices. Contact us today for a consultation: 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.
• Changes to Medicaid Law under the Deficit Reduction Act   
  Description: Do you think you may qualify for Medicaid or need help preparing your Medicaid application?
  Contact Rooth Law Group today for a free consultation: 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.
• Choosing a Personal Representative for Your Will   
  Description: If you are in need of an elder law attorney to assist you in choosing a personal representative and drafting your will, contact Rooth Law Group today to discuss your options: 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.
• Choosing an Attorney-in-Fact for Your Power of Attorney   
  Description: Do you or a loved one need help drafting a power of attorney? Are you having trouble deciding who to name as your attorney-in-fact on your power of attorney legal document? Call Rooth Law Group today for a consultation: 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.
• The Medicaid Application Process   
  Description: If you are interested in applying for Medicaid, it will help to have experienced legal counsel on your side to guide you through this complicated process. Call the Rooth Law Group today for a consultation: 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.

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