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Violent Crimes

A violent crime is a criminal act that involves the use or threat of violence. Most violent crimes tend to involve physical force or the use of a weapon, such as a firearm. Violent crimes can lead to serious bodily harm for the victims involved. For this reason, crimes of this nature are always prosecuted to the fullest extent.

Any person who participates in an act of violence can be charged with a violent crime in the state of Florida. The extent and severity of criminal charges vary case per case, but will normally depend upon the defendant’s prior criminal record, if the defendant has committed prior violent crimes, if a weapon was involved, and the extent of the victim’s injuries, if any.

Violent Crime Consequences

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

» jail time
» fines
» community service
» probation
» house arrest
» mandatory counseling

Types of Violent Crimes

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 a violent crime.

» robbery
» armed robbery
» simple assault
» aggravated assault
» carjacking
» murder
» homocide
» domestic violence
» weapons crime
» kidnapping

Boca Raton & Ft. Lauderdale Violent Crime 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 violent 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 violent crime matters. He will always go the extra mile for his clients and their criminal cases.

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