The Law on Unlicensed Aesthetic Treatments in Florida
Orlando criminal defense attorney Jose Rivas appeared on Telemundo 31 as a legal commentator after a Central Florida woman was arrested for providing unlicensed aesthetic treatments in Florida without a valid state license. Performing those services without a license is a third-degree felony under Florida law. Anyone convicted faces up to five years in prison, five years […]
Rivas Interviewed About Luigi Mangione Case
Orlando criminal defense lawyer and television legal analyst Jose Rivas was interviewed by Fox 35 News to explain how a proffer agreement in criminal cases and other advanced strategies can change the outcome of serious prosecutions. One of the core questions he addressed was this: What is a proffer agreement in criminal cases, and does […]
Lawyer for Federal Meth Trafficking Charges
Two men in Florida were recently sentenced to 17.5 years and 15 years in federal prison — and if you are facing federal meth trafficking charges in Orlando, their case shows exactly what is at stake. Federal meth trafficking charges are prosecuted aggressively, federal sentences are severe, and the conviction rate tops 95%. Knowing what you […]
Florida SAVE Act: Changes to Drivers License Laws
If you are charged with a crime in Florida, the Florida SAVE Act can affect both your driver’s license and how the state treats you in the criminal justice system. Beginning January 1, 2027, newly issued, renewed, or replaced Florida driver’s licenses and state ID cards must indicate the holder’s citizenship status, which means a […]
Orlando Juvenile Defense Attorney Explains Teen Court Letter Impact
In a WESH 2 News segment, Orlando juvenile defense attorney and legal analyst Jose Rivas explained a high-profile case involving two Lake Brantley High School students accused of plotting to kill a classmate. A teen’s letter to a judge in Florida is usually not formal evidence, but it can influence how prosecutors and judges view […]
Analysis: Eduardo Labrada Machado Plea Deal in Edgewater Cop Killing
Univision News interviewed Orlando homicide attorney and television news analyst Jose Rivas recently about the Eduardo Labrada Machado plea deal about why a man who once faced the death penalty will now spend the rest of his life in prison. A key question many people have is, “Why would someone accept a life sentence instead […]
Jacksonville Civil Rights Lawsuit Explained
Orlando criminal defense lawyer and television legal analyst Jose Rivas was interviewed by Telemundo 31 about a $5 million civil rights lawsuit filed against the city of Jacksonville after a man allegedly spent years in jail based on a mistaken identity, raising questions about official negligence and the city’s responsibility. In simple terms, a civil […]
Fight Federal Money Laundering Charges in Orlando
Federal Money Laundering Charges in Orlando: What You Need to Know Orlando criminal defense lawyer and television legal analyst Jose Rivas appeared on Telemundo 31 to discuss the federal money laundering defense strategy for Colombian businessman Álex Saab. If you are charged with federal money laundering in Orlando, the case is a serious federal felony from day […]
Florida Parental Kidnapping Defense
If you’ve been charged with parental kidnapping in Florida, you need to act fast. Under Florida Statute 787.03, parental kidnapping — also called interference with custody — is a third-degree felony that can mean up to five years in prison, five years of probation, and a $5,000 fine. Many parents are shocked when they’re arrested […]
Caught on Camera but Not Cited? Here’s What Florida Law Says
by Jose Rivas If a driver rear-ended your car in Maitland and walked away without a single ticket, you are not alone — and you are not without options. An Orlando careless driving attorney can still help you use Florida law to protect your rights, even when police refuse to write a citation. What can […]