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Clearwater, New Port Richey, Bradenton & Spring Hill Defense Attorneys
Serving the Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, Manatee & Sarasota Counties in Florida
The Law Offices of Carlson & Meissner
Serving the Community & Protecting Families Since 1971
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Domestic Battery · Defense
If you have been arrested for domestic battery in Florida, consider consulting with a layer about your situation. Don't wait until you have been formally charged by the State Attorney to hire a lawyer. The best chance an attorney has to influence the outcome in your domestic battery case is in the crucial period immediately following your arrest.
Florida Law Encourages Arrests for Domestic Battery
Once someone has called the police in connection with a domestic dispute, serious legal processes are set into motion. Florida law encourages the police to make arrests on even the smallest altercations. Even if a fight was two-sided, if both parties claim the other person started the fight, it is up to the police to decide who will be arrested and charged with a crime, and who will stay home.
Devastating Consequences of a Domestic Battery Conviction
The consequences of a domestic battery charge could include a year in jail and a $1000 fine. If bodily harm occurs, Florida law imposes mandatory jail time. Alternately, you may be given twelve months of probation, and required to attend counseling for 6 months. The court may order you to have no contact with your spouse or partner, and to stay away from your own home.
Other negative consequences of a domestic battery conviction may include limitations on traveling outside the state, possession of firearms, and contact with other loved ones. A lifetime criminal conviction has a devastating effect on many people's career aspirations.
Contact an Experienced Domestic Violence Lawyer for the best chance at a favorable outcome
The state has a limited amount of time to file formal charges against you. A skilled domestic violence lawyer from the criminal defense law offices of Carlson & Meissner is ready to advocate in support of your best interests and present your side of the story.
Contact the law office of Carlson & Meisser to schedule a consultation as soon as possible after a domestic battery arrest or any other criminal charges.
At The Law Offices of Carlson & Meissner we provide counsel and representation in a variety of legal practice areas serving clients throughout Pinellas, Pasco, Citrus, Hernando, Hillsborough, Manatee & Sarasota Counties including the Tampa Bay area and including, but not limited to the following cities: Bradenton, Brooksville, Clearwater, Crystal River, Dade City, Dunedin, Hernando Beach, Homosassa, Hudson, Largo, Lutz, New Port Richey, Odessa, Palm Harbor, Palmetto, Pinellas Park, Port Richey, Ridge Manor, Sarasota, Seminole, Spring Hill, St. Petersburg, Tampa, Tarpon Springs, Wesley Chapel, Venice, Zephyrhills.
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