Results-Driven, Trial-Focused

David T. Rouzzo is a highly experienced Virginia criminal defense attorney with a proven record of success in jury trials, complex felony litigation, and high-stakes criminal cases in Northern Virginia. With many felony jury trials to verdict, including eight murder trials, David is recognized for his courtroom skill, strategic defense work, and ability to secure favorable outcomes in cases where everything is on the line.

As a Northern Virginia criminal lawyer, David defends clients facing the most serious criminal charges in Prince William County, Loudoun County, Fairfax County, Fauquier County, and Stafford County. He handles the full range of felony and misdemeanor matters, including murder, rape, robbery, burglary, violent offenses, sex crimes, drug distribution, gun charges, domestic violence, and DUI/DWI.

David is in court most days, litigating motions, appearing at hearings, negotiating with prosecutors, and trying cases before judges and juries. He has a reputation for professionalism, thorough preparation, and strong jury-trial advocacy.

Proven Results in Serious Criminal Cases

David has obtained acquittals in high-risk felony cases, including violent crimes and major offenses where clients were facing decades in prison. Prosecutors know he is fully prepared to take cases to trial.

Experience With Complex Scientific and Forensic Evidence

A major advantage David brings to every case is his deep understanding of forensic and scientific evidence, which is often the backbone of the prosecution’s case in serious felonies. He has extensive experience litigating and challenging:

• DNA evidence

• Digital forensics and cell phone extractions

• Firearms and ballistics analysis

• Fingerprint comparisons

• Surveillance and video evidence

This technical knowledge enables him to expose weaknesses in the prosecution’s case, identify faulty methods, and effectively cross-examine expert witnesses.

Strategic Motions and Pretrial Litigation

Crucial defense motions, including:

• Motions to suppress evidence

• Motions for expert funding and specialized testing

• Challenges to improper searches and seizures

• Motions to exclude unreliable scientific evidence

When successful, these motions can lead to excluded evidence, reduced charges, or complete case dismissals before trial begins.

Why Clients Hire David Rouzzo

Clients throughout Northern Virginia choose David because he offers what few defense attorneys can:

• Extensive jury-trial experience in serious felonies

• Daily courtroom presence and familiarity with local courts

• Strong negotiation skills

• Sophisticated understanding of forensic evidence

• A proven record of acquittals and favorable outcomes

• Professional reputation among judges, prosecutors, and colleagues

When your freedom, reputation, and future are at stake, you need a criminal defense lawyer with the experience, courtroom skill, and strategic plan to protect you. David T. Rouzzo is the advocate you want fighting for you in Fairfax County, Loudoun Prince William County, Stafford County, and throughout Northern Virginia.