Do Florida domestic violence laws only apply to spouses and kids?
Domestic violence is a common offense that many people in Florida don't understand. Myths about domestic violence charges are everywhere. Some people think that the alleged victim can get the prosecutor to drop the charges. Other people may think that domestic...
Can a domestic violence victim simply drop the charges?
In Florida, domestic violence is a serious offense. Domestic violence includes stalking, sexual assault, kidnapping, false imprisonment as well as any other offenses that result in the physical injury of a family member by another family member within the household. ...
Three things to do when facing domestic violence charges
Being accused of a criminal offense is always a frightening experience. But what if you have been falsely accused of domestic violence? Before you can figure out what to do, you may find you have been charged and convicted in the court of public opinion. When you are...
Why you need to move quick if accused of domestic violence
If your partner accuses you of domestic violence, you might assume everyone will believe them. Statistics show that one in four women and one in nine men in the country will suffer domestic violence during their lifetime. Yet, if you look at those figures again, three...
Falsely accused of domestic violence? Two mistakes to avoid
Just because you have been accused of domestic violence does not mean you are going to prison. However, this is not to say that you should not take the accusation leveled against you seriously. Whether you are guilty or not, being accused of any criminal offense can...
How does strangulation impact domestic violence charges?
People can get accused of domestic violence for all kinds of situations, including defending themselves against a spouse who turned suddenly aggressive. Any domestic violence charge could damage your reputation, affect your gun ownership rights and even cost you your...
How mistakes can be made in domestic violence arrests
A couple gets into a heated argument that turns physical and prompts one of them – or perhaps someone who sees it -– to call the police. It can be difficult for responding officers to determine who is the aggressor and who is the victim. Florida law spells out what...
Does it take actual contact for domestic violence to occur?
Perhaps you are going through a contentious divorce, and your spouse threatens to accuse you of domestic violence if you do not agree to their wishes. You may laugh it off, safe in the knowledge that you have never laid a finger on them. Yet, you are not as safe as...
Domestic violence convictions may impact voting rights
It’s possible that a person who’s charged with domestic violence will ultimately face a felony conviction. Being labeled as a felon is something that can have a negative impact on your life for many reasons, not the least of which are some "collateral" consequences....
Are you accused of domestic violence? Protect your rights
You and your spouse regularly get into arguments, but last time, they went too far. They came towards you while carrying a sharp knife, and you were surprised. As a result, you slapped it away from them and hit them to defend yourself. Your spouse is smaller and...
