Domestic Violence – Assault – Battery

Expert Domestic Violence Defense Lawyer with Over 19 Years of Experience in Domestic Violence, Assault and Battery

Arrested After a Family Dispute? Get an Expert Defense from Domestic Violence Defense Lawyer Matt Landsman

Once the police are contacted a family dispute is no longer a private matter. The police are obligated in most jurisdictions to make an arrest and choose which party is going to be arrested or charged. That doesn’t mean you are guilty or have done anything wrong, but it does mean you need to have knowledge and experience on your side in dealing with the justice system in Gainesville and North Florida. Contact your experienced domestic violence defense lawyer Matt Landsman in Gainesville Florida for a free consultation.

Once an Officer writes that a battery or assault case is domestic in nature then allegation takes on a whole new life. Even if both parties wish to maintain their relationship or the complaining witness withdraws the complaint, special prosecutors and laws are activated that will make it hard to simply make one bad night go away. Most likely you will be forced to spend at least 1 night in jail, and have onerous conditions placed on you from first appearance. All without being convicted of crime and even if the officer initiating the report was negligent or incompetent in their investigation.

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CHARGES – MORE INFORMATION HERE – or see below for any of the possible charges which could constitute “domestic violence”

Additionally, criminal domestic violence matters are often accompanied by Petition for Injunction Against Domestic Violence. While this type of petition is usually related to the allegations in the criminal case it is an entirely separate but equally complicated matter. The long lasting repercussions of an injunction are professionally damaging, can interfere with child custody rights, and are normally not capable of being expunged or sealed.

Contact an Experienced Gainesville and North Florida Domestic Violence Defense Lawyer

Having a lawyer who truly understands and has fought criminal accusations of this type before is essential in protecting you from special prosecutors who believe every domestic violence accuser and think every case deserves harsh penalties. Having a knowledgeable Gainesville and North Florida experienced domestic violence defense lawyer can give you the advice in how to avoid jail and serious penalties and if needed give you the best chance at winning a contested trial or hearing against lying, exaggerating, or simply mistaken victims or witnesses.

Get started on your free consultation with a Gainesville domestic violence defense lawyer – contact Matt Landsman today.

Domestic Violence Defense Lawyer

The Charges frequently referred to as Domestic Violence charges could be any of the following:

Even if you were defending yourself, once you are arrested, it is necessary to expose the truth to the prosecutor and to the court. There are a variety of actions that can be taken, based upon the circumstances of your case. You want a Gainesville and North Florida Experienced Lawyer who will provide:

  • Personalized attention to your case
  • Strategic defense tailored to your case
  • Clear communication and guidance
  • Advocacy in and out of the courtroom
  • Self-Defense: This may be argued if you were defending yourself against an immediate threat of harm from your partner or spouse or other.
  • Lack of Evidence: If the prosecution does not have sufficient evidence to prove that you committed the crime, your defense attorney can argue that the charges should be dropped.
  • Lack of Intent: Domestic violence charges require proof of intent to harm or cause fear. If the evidence suggests that the incident was accidental or not intentional, the charges may be reduced or dismissed.
  • Alibi: If you have evidence that you were not present during the incident, such as a witness or video surveillance, your defense attorney can use that as a defense.
  • Police Misconduct: If the police officers who arrested you engaged in misconduct, such as conducting an illegal search or seizure, your defense attorney can use this to challenge the evidence against you.

Matt Landsman is Board Certified in Criminal Trial Law by the Florida Bar since 2016. Board certification is the highest level of evaluation and accreditation for lawyers by the Florida Bar and represents competency and experience within an area of law, as well as professionalism and ethics in practice in the area of criminal defense. Gainesville Domestic Violence defense lawyer Matt Landsman has the experience you need to help you or your loved ones through Domestic Violence related difficulties.

Have you been accused of a crime in Gainesville or North Florida? Call or contact us online to schedule a free consultation in Gainesville Florida.

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