According to statistics from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, there were about 4,633 reported cases of domestic violence in Palm Beach County, Florida in 2019. Domestic violence involves assault, battery, sexual assault, or any criminal offense committed by a family or household member against another family or household member that results in an injury. A defendant convicted of domestic violence in the state of Florida may face severe punishment and other serious social consequences.
If you're facing domestic violence charges, it is paramount that you retain a highly-skilled Florida criminal defense attorney immediately to help craft your defense. I am dedicated to offering experienced and knowledgeable legal services to clients in domestic violence matters. As your legal counsel, I can fight aggressively to help protect your rights and outline an effective defense strategy for your situation. I will also offer you the comprehensive guidance and reliable representation you need to pursue a favorable outcome in your case.
My firm proudly serves clients across Boca Raton, Florida, and surrounding communities of Palm Beach County, Deer Field Beach, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, and Coral Springs.
According to Florida Statutes Section 741.28(2), domestic violence is defined as:
"Any assault, aggravated assault, battery, aggravated battery, sexual assault, sexual battery, stalking, aggravated stalking, kidnapping, false imprisonment, or any criminal offense resulting in physical injury or death of one family or household member by another family or household member."
Furthermore, Florida law, under Section 741.28(4), recognizes a "family or household member" as:
Under Florida law, a person commits the offense of domestic violence when they:
Common examples of domestic violence include:
The possible penalties for a defendant found guilty of domestic violence in Florida include:
Domestic violence can also be classified as a felony. Such would be the case if charges involved aggravated assault (third-degree felony), aggravated battery with a deadly weapon (second-degree felony), or felony battery involving serious bodily injury (third-degree felony) as long as the relationship exists between defendant and victim as defined under the provisions of the domestic law. Penalties include:
Other potential life consequences include:
Trying to defend yourself against your domestic battery accusations without detailed guidance or legal representation can increase your risks of being convicted and receiving the maximum punishment. If convicted, you could be facing huge fines, a prison sentence, a no-contact order, loss of parenting privileges, and possible deportation. With so much at stake, having the right legal defense strategy for your situation is crucial.
I have devoted my career to providing comprehensive legal guidance and defending clients facing serious legal issues, including domestic violence allegations. As an experienced Florida criminal defense attorney, I will review and investigate the details of your case and determine the best course of action. Using my experience, I will help you navigate the Florida criminal justice system and fight vigorously on your side. Having me in your corner can improve your chances of obtaining a favorable outcome in your case.
Contact me — Steven J. Litvack P.A. — today to schedule a consultation. I can fight aggressively to help protect your rights and offer you the experienced legal counsel and strong representation you need to move forward. My firm proudly serves clients throughout Boca Raton, Palm Beach County, Deer Field Beach, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, and Coral Springs, Florida.