Criminal Law

Criminal law is the body of law dealing with punishment for criminal offenses. Unlike civil law, which deals with the relationships between individuals, criminal law governs an individual's relationship to the state.

The United States Congress, state legislatures, as well as cities and local municipalities establish penal codes that provide for the prosecution of harmful acts committed against the public.

Federal and state criminal codes embody the rights of accused persons and the criminal process, including arrest, arraignment, grand juries, pleas, discovery, pre-trial hearings, trials, jury selection, evidence, motions, and post-trial remedies.

When penal codes are violated, Federal or State government authorities, such as the FBI, ATF, Immigration, State police or local law enforcement officers, may file criminal charges against an individual in a broad range of crimes.

The minute the police begin questioning you, or accuse you of a criminal offense, you have the right to invoke your Miranda rights, meaning you have the right to remain silent until you consult with an attorney.

When you face serious criminal allegations, contacting an attorney as soon as possible is crucial. At the Florida Law Firm of Shanna Rose, Esq., we provide criminal defense for clients throughout Seminole County including, but not limited to the towns of Longwood, Altamonte Springs, Casselberry, Apopka, Oviedo and Sanford. Our firm represents clients charged with felonies and misdemeanors such as DUI and other traffic violations, domestic violence, drug crimes, theft and, violations of probation.

With experience as a former Seminole county prosecutor, Shanna Rose is not only a skilled criminal defense lawyer, but also has insight and connections that will help make a significant difference in the outcome of your case.

When you are charged with criminal offense, whether it is a misdemeanor or a felony, criminal attorney, Shanna Rose will ensure that you understand the charges filed against you, explain your available defenses, the plea bargains likely to be offered, and what you may expect to happen, if you are convicted.

When you need an experienced criminal attorney to protect your rights, and prepare an aggressive defense on your behalf, call our office at 407-712-7661 to arrange a no cost, no obligation consultation. Or, click here to contact our law firm.