About Kenneth Padowitz

Kenneth Padowitz is a Fort Lauderdale, FL., based criminal defense attorney.

Federal Sentencing Guidelines

Federal Sentencing Guidelines Sentencing under federal law follows a set of rules. The Federal Sentencing Guidelines manual encapsulates these rules. Often, these rules are strict. However, the guidelines may in a few instances allow the courts to dole out sentencing as it deems fit, albeit under already specified limits. In this article, we delve into the intricacies of federal sentencing guidelines. We discuss what it entails as well as the strengths, and perceived weaknesses of the guidelines. Controversies In all ramifications, the federal [...]

Federal Sentencing Guidelines2022-11-03T18:21:54+00:00

Corey Lewandowski case: Prosecutor details why no charges against Trump campaign manager

"Their job is not just to rubber-stamp police officers' arrests, but to use their discretion in determining whether or not to charge people," said Padowitz. Rafael Olmeda and Marc Freeman Sun Sentinel April 14, 2016 Palm Beach County prosecutors said Thursday they will not be filing a battery charge against Donald Trump campaign manager Corey Lewandowski because he may have believed he was protecting the Republican candidate from from a Breitbart news reporter after a March 8 news conference. State [...]

Corey Lewandowski case: Prosecutor details why no charges against Trump campaign manager2024-01-31T15:34:08+00:00

Former Homicide Prosecutor Ken Padowitz calls Trump’s Campaign Manager arrest Defense Silly, Absurd

"There's a legal term for that Defense and that's called Silly and Absurd" - Ken Padowitz, Broward Criminal Defense Trial Lawyer Florida Criminal Defense Lawyer Kenneth Padowitz highlights on MSNBC the substantial evidence against Donald Trump's campaign manager. The prosecutors can decline to file an "Information" or charges from the arrest or the Defendant could enter an Anger Management program. There still is a good possibility of a "Not Guilty" verdict if there was a Jury Trial. Padowitz states [...]

Former Homicide Prosecutor Ken Padowitz calls Trump’s Campaign Manager arrest Defense Silly, Absurd2019-10-20T21:35:56+00:00

MSNBC Interview of Ken Padowitz on Donald Trump Campaign Manager Criminal Charge

"It's not even a close call" as to sufficient evidence to charge Trump Manager, says Adjunct Law Professor Ken Padowitz. Broward County Criminal Defense Trial Lawyer Ken Padowitz discusses Donald Trump Campaign Manager arrest for Battery on reporter. "It's not even a close call" as to sufficient evidence to charge Trump manager, says Adjunct Law Professor Ken Padowitz.

MSNBC Interview of Ken Padowitz on Donald Trump Campaign Manager Criminal Charge2019-10-20T21:35:56+00:00

Charges dropped against man accused of sex crime

Click Here to WATCH VIDEO FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - In January Dean Dinnard was charged with sexual battery against a minor, and although those charges have since been dropped, the Fort Lauderdale man said the accusation cost him his job at a furniture rental company. Dinnard was accused of making a girl under 12 years old watch sexuality explicit videos, and having sex with her afterwards, according to the Sun-Sentinel. In addition, he was also accused of molesting another girl, [...]

Charges dropped against man accused of sex crime2022-11-03T18:23:00+00:00

No Charges Against Fort Lauderdale Man Accused Of Molesting Pre-Teen Girl

Defense lawyer Ken Padowitz, left, and his client, Dean Dinnard, talk to reporters Tuesday. (Rafael Olmeda) "His life was literally on the line. Now he just wants to put his life back together." - Attorney Ken Padowitz Rafael Olmeda  -  Contact Reporter Sun Sentinel March 8th, 2016 The news reached Dean Dinnard on Tuesday morning as he was on his way to meet with the pre-trial services officer assigned to monitor him while he was out on bond in [...]

No Charges Against Fort Lauderdale Man Accused Of Molesting Pre-Teen Girl2019-10-20T21:35:56+00:00

Criminal Defense Attorney Kenneth Padowitz Guest On Broward Bar Radio

Nationally Acclaimed Criminal Defense Attorney Kenneth Padowitz Guest On Broward Bar Radio "Legal News and Review" 3/4/2016 – Criminal Law Nationally acclaimed criminal attorney Kenneth Padowitz, most noted for his National network appearances during the O.J. Simpson trial, comes by to enjoy the Jags and educate our Legal Panel on Criminal issues in the news. To listen to the Interview CLICK HERE. “Legal News and Review” is a weekly radio show co-hosted by the BCBA’s Charles A. Morehead III and [...]

Criminal Defense Attorney Kenneth Padowitz Guest On Broward Bar Radio2022-11-03T18:23:23+00:00

Fort Lauderdale man, accused of molesting girl, to be freed on bond

Dean Dinnard, right, speaks with defense lawyer Ken Padowitz before a bond hearing Thursday. Padowitz said he believes his client is innocent, suggesting that the older girl's denial is a strong indication the younger girl is not telling the truth. By Rafael Olmeda  - Sun Sentinel  - February 18, 2016 A Fort Lauderdale man accused of having sex with a girl under 12 after making her watch sexually explicit videos won't be jailed while he awaits trial after his defense lawyer [...]

Fort Lauderdale man, accused of molesting girl, to be freed on bond2019-10-20T21:35:56+00:00

Kenneth Padowitz recognized in Who’sWho in America for 2016

Who’s Who in America included Kenneth Padowitz in the special 70th Platinum Anniversary Edition of Who’s Who in America for 2016, distinguishing him as one of the leading achievers from around the country. For over 115 years since 1899, Marquis Who's Who has remained the standard for reliable and comprehensive biographical data and unmatched coverage of the lives of today's leaders and achievers from both the United States and around the world, and from every significant field of endeavor.

Kenneth Padowitz recognized in Who’sWho in America for 20162019-10-20T21:35:56+00:00

Kenneth Padowitz Awarded Super Lawyer’s Distinction for 2016

Dear Kenneth D. Padowitz, Congratulations! You have been selected to the 2016 Florida Super Lawyers list, an honor reserved for those lawyers who exhibit excellence in practice. Only 5% of attorneys in Florida receive this distinction.

Kenneth Padowitz Awarded Super Lawyer’s Distinction for 20162019-10-20T21:35:57+00:00
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