Arrested After a Family Dispute? Get an Expert Defense

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.

One of the most common criminal charges that has the greatest potential to totally alter your life is an accusation of domestic violence. All it takes is a small argument to get out of hand, or the tiniest lie from a spouse or partner, and a machine of government agents is ready to upend your life, separate you from your kids, slander your reputation, and isolate you from other parts of society. If you have been accused or charged with a domestic violence charge of any kind, get legal help now.

Domestic Violence Charges

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.

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

• Assault
• Domestic Assault
• Aggravated assault
• Battery
• Domestic Battery
• Aggravated Battery
• Sexual Assault
• Sexual Battery
• Stalking
• Aggravated Stalking
• Kidnapping
• Tampering with a Witness
• False Imprisonment
• Battery on Law Enforcement
• other Criminal Offenses

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

Don’t face domestic violence charges alone. Call Matt Landsman an experienced domestic violence lawyer in Gainesville today.

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Domestic Violence and Assault & Battery Defenses

• 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.

Following an arrest, the State typically files charges within the first month. This applies to most offenses. That means you need to act now to get expert legal advice on what to do or not to do in this crucial time. What evidence is important? What is going to happen to me and my family? What can I do to help my situation before any serious actions are taken by the state? Call Now to have a free consultation with Landsman Law.

 
 
 
 
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