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 domestic violence in South Florida, he/she can be punished with:

• jail time
• imprisonment
• fines
• community service
• probation
• mandatory counseling
• 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 Richard Ansara, P.A. is a South Florida criminal defense firm servicing clients throughout Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, and St. Lucie counties.  Criminal defense attorney, Richard Ansara, is devoted to helping his clients contest their domestic violence charges.  As a committed solo practitioner, Mr. Ansara strives to give each of his clients the attention and counsel they need to be successful with their domestic violence matters.  He will always go the extra mile for his clients’ and their criminal cases.

If you have been charged with domestic violence in South Florida, call the Law Office of Richard Ansara, P.A. today for your free initial consultation at (954) 761-4011!

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