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The Rivas Law Firm Orlando Criminal Defense & DUI Law Firm The Rivas Law Firm was established since 2007.

The founding partner, Attorney Jose Rivas, has litigated thousands of criminal cases and has appeared on local and national media television networks as a legal analyst. The Rivas Law Firm also helps clients with Family Law, Immigration, criminal appeals, Juvenile criminal Defense, Federal criminal defense and sealing and expungements of criminal records. We service criminal defense in all of Central Florida and surrounding counties including Orange County, Seminole, Osceola, Brevard, Polk, Hillsborough, Pinellas, Broward, Palm Beach, Alachua, Sumter, Hernando, Hardee, Duval, Marion and much more.

10/17/2026

Witnessed a crime but didn’t report it? In Florida, simply staying silent generally isn’t a crime by itself.

But helping someone avoid arrest, destroying evidence, or giving false information to law enforcement could expose you to criminal charges.

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10/16/2026

En esta entrevista con Spectrum Noticias, el abogado criminalista José Rivas analiza el caso de Christa Pike, una mujer condenada a muerte en Tennessee que sobrevivió a un intento de ejecución mediante inyección letal.

Tras el procedimiento fallido, una jueza ordenó preservar medicamentos, suministros médicos, grabaciones y comunicaciones oficiales para investigar lo ocurrido.

“Lo que están tratando es establecer o preservar la evidencia. ¿Para qué? Para poder argumentar que no se haga este mismo proceso otra vez”, explicó José Rivas.

Rivas también señala que la defensa deberá analizar las pruebas y enfrentar un complejo proceso legal si busca apelar o modificar la sentencia, lo que podría requerir la intervención de tribunales superiores.

💬 ¿Sabías que la evidencia de una ejecución fallida podría ser clave para futuros argumentos legales?

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In this Spectrum News interview, criminal defense attorney José Rivas discusses the case of Christa Pike, a Tennessee death row inmate who survived a failed ex*****on attempt by lethal injection.

Following the failed procedure, a judge ordered the preservation of medications, medical supplies, recordings, and official communications to investigate what happened.

“What they're trying to do is establish or preserve the evidence. Why? So they can argue that this same procedure should not happen again,” José Rivas explained.

Rivas also notes that the defense must review the evidence and navigate a complex legal process if seeking to appeal or modify the sentence, potentially requiring intervention from higher courts.

💬 Did you know that evidence from a failed ex*****on could play a key role in future legal arguments?

10/15/2026

En esta entrevista con Telemundo, el abogado criminalista José Rivas analiza el caso de Caylen Deller, quien enfrenta un cargo de as*****to en primer grado y cuyo perfil apareció en una plataforma de citas mientras se encuentra bajo custodia.

Rivas explica que estar encarcelado no significa perder el derecho a comunicarse con el mundo exterior. Sin embargo, advierte que las publicaciones y comunicaciones pueden tener implicaciones durante un proceso judicial.

“Cualquier comunicación que usted tenga con el mundo afuera puede ser usada como evidencia en un juicio”, explicó José Rivas.

También aclara que los abogados defensores pueden cuestionar la relevancia de este tipo de evidencia y que corresponde al juez determinar si puede ser admitida durante el juicio.

💬 ¿Sabías que las publicaciones y comunicaciones de una persona encarcelada podrían utilizarse como evidencia en su contra?

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In this Telemundo interview, criminal defense attorney José Rivas discusses the case of Caylen Deller, who is facing a first-degree murder charge and whose profile appeared on a dating platform while in custody.

Rivas explains that being incarcerated does not mean losing the right to communicate with the outside world. However, he warns that online posts and communications may have legal implications during a criminal trial.

“Any communication you have with the outside world can be used as evidence in a trial,” José Rivas explained.

He also notes that defense attorneys can challenge the relevance of this type of evidence, and it is ultimately up to the judge to determine whether it is admissible in court.

💬 Did you know that an incarcerated person's online posts and communications could potentially be used as evidence against them?

Hiring a criminal defense attorney is just the beginning. From reviewing the evidence to building a strategy and advocat...
10/13/2026

Hiring a criminal defense attorney is just the beginning. From reviewing the evidence to building a strategy and advocating for the best possible outcome, every step should be tailored to your case.

⚖️ Your defense deserves a plan not a one-size-fits-all approach.

A criminal case can end, but its impact may reach far beyond the courtroom. Your career, reputation, and future deserve ...
10/11/2026

A criminal case can end, but its impact may reach far beyond the courtroom. Your career, reputation, and future deserve to be protected from the start.

10/10/2026

¿Te encontraste un celular? 📱 Encontrarlo no significa que sea tuyo. En Florida, quedártelo sin hacer un esfuerzo razonable por devolverlo podría traerte consecuencias legales.

Guarda este reel y compártelo. Puede evitarle un problema a alguien.

Found a lost phone? 📱 Finding it doesn’t mean it’s yours. In Florida, keeping lost property without making a reasonable effort to return it could lead to legal consequences.

Save this reel and share it. It could help someone avoid a legal problem.

A criminal conviction doesn't always require DNA or video evidence.In some cases, credible eyewitness testimony may be e...
10/08/2026

A criminal conviction doesn't always require DNA or video evidence.

In some cases, credible eyewitness testimony may be enough if the jury believes the prosecution has proven the case beyond a reasonable doubt. When a case relies entirely on circumstantial evidence, however, the prosecution faces a higher legal burden.

What you say after an arrest can matter just as much as what happened before it.Talking about your case or posting onlin...
10/06/2026

What you say after an arrest can matter just as much as what happened before it.

Talking about your case or posting online could create evidence that affects your defense. Before explaining yourself to others, talk to your attorney.

When everything feels uncertain, knowing your rights and understanding your options can help you move forward with confi...
10/04/2026

When everything feels uncertain, knowing your rights and understanding your options can help you move forward with confidence.

📞 Call us at (407) 305-3872 for a confidential consultation.

10/03/2026

What you post online can have real-world consequences.

False statements that harm someone’s reputation could lead to a civil lawsuit, while threatening or harassing messages may even result in criminal charges. Think before you post, the internet isn’t always “just social media.”

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