Domestic Violence Attorney in Broward and Palm Beach, FL

Nobody deserves to become a victim of domestic violence, and no one deserves to be falsely accused of the same.  At The Reid Law Group, we strive to provide excellent legal representation for domestic violence victims and those accused of committing the crime in Broward and Palm Beach Counties. Our primary objective is to ensure you get the justice you deserve.

The latest statistics show that there are more than 108,000 domestic violence cases reported in Florida every year. The State of Florida judicial system takes such cases seriously, and all accusations are handled swiftly.

Therefore, if you are a victim of domestic violence, you need to use the court system to protect yourself from further harm and fight for your rights.

If you have been accused of committing the crime, you need to take appropriate steps to protect yourself from your accusers until the case is heard and determined. Regardless of your situation, we can help protect your rights and fight for the justice you deserve.

How Does the State of Florida Define Domestic Violence?

In Florida, domestic violence is defined by statutes outlined in Chapter 741. Statute 741.28 defines domestic violence as any aggressive behavior towards another individual in a household.

Some of the common forms of aggressive behavior include sexual assault, battery, assault, aggravated assault, stalking, false imprisonment, kidnapping, sexual battery, or any other criminal offense resulting in physical injury or death of a family/household member by another household member.

In this case, a household member refers to current spouses, former spouses, people living together as a family, or persons related by blood/marriage.  The term is also used to refer to people who have lived together as a family in the past and individuals who have had a child together regardless of whether they have been married or not.

If you have been accused of committing domestic violence, you can be sentenced to jail time, large fines, and restraining orders. A successful conviction can impact your criminal record affecting your ability to find employment in the future.

Help for Domestic Violence Victims in Broward and Palm Beach

If you believe that you are a victim of domestic violence, the first thing you need to do is call 911.  Once you feel safe, find a way of stopping future acts of domestic violence.

We can help you seek a court injunction through the Florida court system to keep you safe. An injunction is simply a court order prohibiting the accused individual from having any contact with you.

Once you have a court injunction, the accused will be legally barred from coming anywhere near your workplace, home, car, or any other places where you may be vulnerable to their acts.

At The Reid Law Group, we have helped many domestic violence victims seek legal help in the Florida court system.  When you reach out to us, we shall act swiftly to seek an appropriate injunction to safeguard your rights.

Accused of Domestic Violence? We Can Help You!

If you have been falsely accused of committing domestic violence, you need to act swiftly to clear your name.  We understand that individuals can sometimes make false accusations to harm their spouses and close family members.

For instance, if you are in a child custody tussle, your ex-spouse may accuse you falsely to obtain child custody and deny you a chance of seeing your kids.

Unfortunately, if you do nothing about it, such allegations could have a tremendous amount of damage to your life and reputation. If you have been falsely accused of domestic violence, it is critical to speak to an experienced attorney right away.

If you don’t act swiftly and an injunction is issued against you, you may be forced to:

• Vacate your shared residence
• Face criminal penalties including possible jail time if you violate the court injunction
• Lose your right to be with your children
• Face a wide range of employment-related consequences, including losing your professional license or loss of job

What Are the Penalties of Domestic Violence Convictions in Florida?

The penalties for domestic violence conviction in Florida range from restraining orders in the Florida civil court system to third-degree felonies.  Typically, the penalty will depend on the severity of the alleged incident.

For instance, a misdemeanor battery may result in a jail term of up to one year, while a third degree felony of sexual assault may attract a prison sentence of up to five years. Probation requirements can also be strict, often requiring treatment for alcohol/substance abuse and anger management.

If you have been accused of domestic violence, you need to consider the possible career impacts of a successful conviction. Keep in mind that pleading guilty to the charges can result in a serious paper trail that will never be expunged from your criminal record.

The conviction can impact any process requiring a criminal background check- from signing a lease agreement to seeking employment.

To know how we can help defend you against a false accusation of domestic violence, be sure to contact us as soon as the victim reports the matter to law enforcement agencies.

We understand that domestic violence defenses can be quite challenging, but our team of experienced domestic violence attorneys will do everything possible to safeguard your rights throughout the process.

Consult a Domestic Violence Attorney in Broward and Palm Beach Counties Today!

If you are a victim of domestic violence, the sooner you speak with an experienced domestic violence attorney, the better.  We shall listen to your concerns and help you find immediate protection from any further domestic violence.

We shall act IMMEDIATELY to help you obtain a court injunction to safeguard you from the accused. We shall guide you on how to proceed and gather hard evidence that will help you get the justice you deserve.

If you have been falsely accused of domestic violence, we shall carefully assess the circumstances surrounding your case and offer you expert legal advice.  We shall examine the arrest for any rights violations. If your rights have been violated, that could be grounds for dismissal of the case.

Contact us today for a FREE case evaluation!