WESH 2 News Interview: Orlando Attorney Jose Rivas Analyzes Sheriff Lopez Bond Complications
Former Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez remains behind bars more than a week after his arrest on racketeering charges, unable to post his $1 million bond because of strict legal requirements for proving the legitimacy of bond funds. WESH 2 News recently interviewed Orlando criminal defense attorney and television legal analyst Jose Rivas to talk […]
Legal Analyst Jose Rivas Explains New Immigration Law, the Laken Riley Act, in Telemundo Interview
In a recent Telemundo News interview, Orlando criminal defense attorney and television legal analyst Jose Rivas provided crucial insights into the new immigration law, the Laken Riley Act, recently signed into law by Donald Trump. This legislation marks a significant shift in U.S. immigration policy, with far-reaching consequences for Florida’s immigrant communities and economy. Tough […]
Legal Expert Jose Rivas Addresses Nevada’s Shift on Publishing Mug Shots in Univision Interview
In a recent prime-time interview on Univision, the most-watched Spanish-language network in America, Orlando-based criminal defense attorney and television legal analyst Jose Rivas offered his expertise on the contentious issue of publishing mug shots. The discussion, which reached millions of viewers across the country, focused on recent decisions by several Las Vegas area police departments […]
Rivas Interviewed on Univision about Practicing Medicine Without a License Charge
When Univision News needed to interview a legal expert for a national news story about the recent arrest of two men for practicing medicine without a license, they contacted Orlando criminal defense attorney Jose Rivas. The crime involved two men who were operating an illegal dental practice “in the back of a convenience store along […]
Orlando Criminal Attorney on Hit and Run Defense
Orlando criminal defense lawyer and television legal analyst Jose Rivas was interviewed by Telemundo 31 News about an east Orlando crash where a driver crashed into a home and fled. In Florida, a hit-and-run case often depends on whether prosecutors can prove who was driving, whether the driver knew a crash occurred, and whether the […]
Orlando First Degree Murder Lawyer Analyzes Flagler County Case
Updated April 26, 2026 If you need an Orlando first degree murder lawyer, understanding these charges and your legal options is critical. In This Article: Orlando first degree murder lawyer and television legal analyst Jose Rivas was interviewed by Telemundo 31 News regarding a disturbing case in Flagler County where a 20-year-old college student faces […]
When Discipline Becomes a Criminal Charge: What Florida Law Says
If you have been accused of child abuse in Florida, you need an Orlando child abuse defense attorney on your side right now. A recent Sanford case reignited a statewide debate after the 18th Judicial Circuit Attorney’s Office declined to file charges, finding the incident did not meet Florida’s legal threshold for child abuse. Attorney […]
Murder Charges in Florida: What the Kissimmee Triple Murder Case Reveals
Murder charges in Florida are classified as first-degree, second-degree, or manslaughter — each carrying different penalties that range from probation to life in prison or the death penalty, depending on the facts and degree of intent the state can prove. Orlando criminal defense lawyer Jose Rivas recently appeared on Telemundo 31 to analyze the Kissimmee triple murder […]
About The Rivas Law Firm P.A. – Orlando Criminal Defense Lawyer
The Rivas Law Firm, P.A. is an Orlando criminal defense lawyer team focused on protecting people accused of crimes throughout Central Florida. When your freedom, record, job, and reputation are on the line, you need a defense firm that will take your case seriously from day one. You are never just a case number to […]
Florida’s New Gang Law Could Label You a Member — Here’s What It Means
If you are facing gang-related charges in Orlando, a new Florida law just made your situation significantly more dangerous. Orlando criminal gang defense attorney and television legal analyst Jose Rivas was recently interviewed by Univision Orlando’s N+ newscast to explain exactly what has changed — and why it matters for anyone charged with gang affiliation […]