Felony & Misdemeanor Defense Attorneys in Broward County
Your Freedom Is on the Line—Who Is Fighting for You?
A criminal charge is an accusation, not a final verdict. Whether you are navigating a minor misdemeanor or a high-stakes felony case, the window to shape your defense is narrow. Attorneys Elena Blose and Alan Blose provide strategic, aggressive defense focused on scrutinizing the State’s evidence, identifying weaknesses in its case, protecting your constitutional rights, and pursuing the best possible resolution based on the facts and circumstances of your case.
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Your Future is On the Line.
A Criminal Conviction Can Have Lasting Consequences
A Permanent Criminal Record Changes Everything
A criminal conviction can affect far more than the immediate outcome of your case. Depending on the charge, you may face probation, fines and court costs, jail or prison, and other court-ordered penalties. A conviction can also create consequences outside the courtroom, potentially affecting employment, housing, professional licenses, and certain civil rights.
That is why every criminal charge deserves to be taken seriously from the beginning. Understanding the evidence, your legal options, and the potential consequences is critical to making informed decisions about your defense.
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Evidence
Interception
We immediately secure and audit the police report, officer bodycam footage, and initial discovery to locate structural flaws in the state’s narrative.
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Constitutional
Analysis
Our firm examines the mechanics of your arrest, identifying illegal searches, lack of probable cause, or procedural oversteps to suppress compromised state evidence.
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Pre-Trial
Leverage
We engage directly with prosecutors from a position of tactical strength, leveraging our findings to push for dropped charges or diversion programs before a trial date is set.
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Courtroom
Litigation
If a resolution cannot be reached, Elena and Alan deliver an aggressive, trial-tested defense in front of a judge or jury to protect your clean slate.
When the Stakes Are High, Strategy Matters.
We Tear Down the Prosecution's
Case Piece by Piece
True defense isn't about paperwork management, it's about aggressive courtroom strategy.
Law enforcement officers can make critical procedural and constitutional mistakes, and no assumption in the State’s case should go untested. Our Fort Lauderdale criminal defense attorneys meticulously examine the evidence—from the legality of the investigation and the reliability of witness statements to police reports, video evidence, and the circumstances surrounding an arrest.
But effective defense is about more than finding mistakes. When the evidence is strong, strategy matters even more. Elena Blose brings over a decade of criminal defense experience as a zealous advocate and skilled negotiator, identifying the best available path forward—whether that means challenging the State’s evidence, negotiating from a position of strength, presenting mitigation, or preparing the case for trial.
Across Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach Counties, AMB Legal provides a personalized, high-attention defense focused on protecting your rights and putting you in the strongest position possible.
What Drives Us
AMB Law Satisfied Clients Are Saying
Why hire a Criminal Defense Attorney at AMB Legal?
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Strategic Defense.
Relentless Advocacy.
Every DUI case demands a different strategy. Elena and Alan pursue the path that best protects the client—whether that means negotiating for a favorable resolution, challenging the State’s evidence through pretrial motions, or taking the case to trial. We prepare every case with purpose and fight at every stage for the best possible outcome.
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Partner-Led
Representation
Your case is guided by experienced attorneys with direct oversight from the firm’s founding partners. Our team works together strategically to ensure your defense is prepared carefully, communicated clearly, and handled with the attention your case demands.
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Constitutional Rights
Enforcement
We scrutinize every stage of the investigation for unlawful searches, illegal seizures, Miranda violations, and other constitutional issues that may affect the State’s evidence. When your rights have been violated, we move aggressively to challenge the evidence and seek its suppression
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Protecting
What Comes Next
A criminal case can affect far more than what happens in court. We consider the potential impact on your record, career, professional licenses, immigration status, and other areas of your life when developing a defense strategy. Our goal is not simply to resolve the charge—it is to pursue the outcome that minimizes the damage to your future.
When prosecutors put an early plea offer on the table, taking it can feel like the fastest—and cheapest—way to make the case go away. But accepting a plea before your attorney has fully evaluated the evidence, identified potential defenses, and explored whether a better resolution can be negotiated may prove far more costly in the long run.
An early plea can mean accepting a criminal conviction, probation, fines, court costs, or other consequences before you know whether the State’s case can be challenged or whether a better outcome is available.
AMB Legal does not treat the State’s first offer as the final word. We evaluate the evidence, assess the strengths and weaknesses of the case, negotiate strategically, and determine whether there is a path toward a better resolution—including reduced charges, diversion, or dismissal when the circumstances support it.
The cost of hiring a strong defense today may be far less than the cost of accepting a plea you did not have to take.
Felony & Misdemeanor Attorney
Frequently Asked Questions:
Florida Felony & Misdemeanor Defense
What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony in Florida?
In Florida, criminal offenses are generally classified as either misdemeanors or felonies. Misdemeanors are less serious offenses, but they can still carry serious consequences, including up to one year in county jail, depending on the charge. Felonies are more serious offenses that can expose you to state prison and substantially greater penalties depending on the degree of the charge, the circumstances of the case, and your criminal history.
A felony conviction can also have consequences that extend far beyond the courtroom. Your civil rights can be affected, and a felony record can create serious obstacles involving employment, professional licenses, housing, and other opportunities.
Whether you are facing a misdemeanor or a felony, what happens in your criminal case can affect your freedom, your record, and your future
Can criminal charges be dropped or reduced before my case goes to trial?
Yes. A significant portion of criminal defense happens long before a jury is ever selected. We use the pretrial process to scrutinize the State’s entire case—not just how evidence was obtained, but whether that evidence is reliable, admissible, and strong enough to prove the charges.
That means examining witness credibility and inconsistent statements, challenging the integrity and admissibility of evidence, identifying weaknesses in the police investigation, and filing the appropriate legal motions when evidence or charges can be challenged under Florida law.
These issues can create critical leverage before trial. When weaknesses emerge, we use them strategically in negotiations with prosecutors while continuing to evaluate every available path toward a better resolution—including reduced charges or dismissal when supported by the facts and law.
I am a first-time offender. Am I facing mandatory jail or prison time?
Not necessarily—but a first offense does not automatically mean jail is off the table. Depending on the charge, you may still be facing incarceration, probation, and other criminal penalties. Certain offenses also carry mandatory minimum sentences that can significantly limit the court’s sentencing options.
For some cases, alternatives may be available. Depending on the charge, your background, and the policies of the State Attorney’s Office handling your case, you may qualify for a diversion program that can result in the charges being dismissed after successful completion. Other cases may present opportunities to negotiate for reduced charges, probation, a withhold of adjudication, or another resolution that avoids incarceration.
The key is determining what options actually exist in your particular case—and then putting your attorney in the strongest position to pursue them. AMB Legal evaluates the evidence, your history, the applicable law, and the prosecution’s policies to develop a strategy aimed at minimizing the consequences you face.
Do I have to speak to the police if I am under investigation or arrested in Broward County?
Absolutely not. You have an absolute constitutional right to remain silent under the Fifth Amendment, and you should exercise it politely but firmly. Law enforcement officers often tell individuals that “cooperating will make things easier,” but their primary objective is gathering statements to build a case against you. Never attempt to explain your side of the story or answer questions without having an attorney present.
Can a misdemeanor charge be upgraded to a felony under Florida law?
Yes. The severity of a criminal charge can change significantly depending on the specific facts of the case and, for certain offenses, your prior criminal history.
For example, a simple assault may be charged as a misdemeanor, while an assault involving a deadly weapon can result in a felony aggravated assault charge. Prior convictions can also increase the severity of certain offenses. In Florida, repeated petit theft offenses, for example, can expose a person to enhanced charges and penalties.
What may initially sound like a relatively minor accusation can become far more serious once the specific allegations and your prior record are considered. That is why even misdemeanor charges should be taken seriously from the beginning.
How Do I Schedule A Consultation?
Scheduling a consultation with AMB Law is easy. Simply give us a call at (954) 960 – 4413 to speak with our friendly staff and arrange a convenient time for you -or- schedule an online consultation.
We Are Here To Listen and Act.
We understand the fear, isolation, and uncertainty you are feeling right now. But you do not have to face the Florida justice system alone. Your consultation with AMB Legal is completely confidential and free of judgment. Speak directly with Elena and Alan, tell us exactly what happened, and let us show you how we are going to protect your future.
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