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Domestic Violence

Domestic violence is legally defined as abuse, threats, or violence that occurs within an intimate relationship. Victims and offenders of domestic violence can be male or female. This form of abuse can occur between spouses, intimate partners, siblings, or close relatives.

In most cases, domestic violence is classified as a misdemeanor. However, charges can be amplified if the offender has a prior criminal record, has committed past domestic violence offenses, caused extensive bodily damage to the victim, or abused a minor (person below the legal age).

Domestic Violence Consequences

Once a person is convicted of a domestic violence crime in South Florida, he/she can be punished with:

» jail time
» fines
» community service
» probation
» restitution
» house arrest
» restraining orders

Protect Your Best Interests

Due to the severity of the legal consequences involved, it is always to your benefit to speak with a qualified criminal defense attorney after you have been charged with domestic violence.

By hiring a criminal defense attorney, who has successfully handled numerous other domestic violence cases, you will safeguard your best interests. You will also be informed of any possible defenses involved in your case that could help you fight your domestic violence charges in court. Additionally, you will ensure that your rights and future well-being are protected.

South Florida Domestic Violence Attorney

The Law Office of Michael E. Jones is a South Florida criminal defense firm servicing clients throughout Boca Raton, Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, and St. Lucie counties. Criminal defense attorney, Michael E. Jones, is devoted to helping his clients contest their domestic violence crime charges. As a committed solo practitioner, Mr. Jones strives to give each of his clients the attention and counsel they need to be successful with their domestic violence crime matters. He will always go the extra mile for his clients and their criminal cases.

If you have been charged with a domestic violence crime in South Florida, call or contact the Law Office of Michael E. Jones today for your free initial consultation at (954) 764-2060.