Miami Criminal Lawyers for Assault and Battery Charges

Assault & Battery

Although often used collectively or interchangeably, assault and battery are actually two distinct offenses under Florida criminal law. Assault is defined as the threat or attempt to do violence to another person, along with the apparent ability to carry out the act. Battery involves actually and intentionally touching another person against his or her will. Depending on the extent of injury as well as whether a weapon was used, assault and battery may be charged as misdemeanors or felonies.

Have you or someone you know been accused of assault and battery in the Miami area? Remer & Georges-Pierre, PLLC represents defendants throughout South Florida who have been arrested or are currently under investigation for all types of criminal offenses, including assault, battery, aggravated assault, felony battery, aggravated battery, and related crimes such as domestic violence or weapon offenses. Your initial consultation with an attorney at our offices is free, and this may be a valuable opportunity for you to gain much-needed information about your charges and your legal options.

Consult a Miami Assault and Battery Defense Attorney

In Florida, there may be several different enhancements for assault and battery charges. A domestic dispute of this kind, for example, will typically garner more attention by law enforcement and may affect an entire family’s wellbeing. If a firearm or other deadly weapon is used, or the victim is a law enforcement officer or child, a defendant will face enhanced penalties and the possibility of mandatory jail time. In the face of these potentially serious consequences, it is important that a defendant have the best opportunity at avoiding maximum penalties or a conviction altogether. This is precisely the protection that a criminal lawyer will strive to provide.

Contact a Miami assault and battery attorney at Remer & Georges-Pierre, PLLC for your free consultation.