Fort Lauderdale Domestic Violence Defense Lawyer
Domestic violence is a crime that can include physical, sexual or mental abuse. It involves hitting, kicking, punching, biting, slapping, pushing, name calling, belittling and physically or mentally abusing another person in any way. It is called domestic violence because it involves a loved one or someone the defendant is close to, such as a spouse, child, elder, family member, significant other, boyfriend, girlfriend or cohabitant. Domestic violence is considered a violent crime in Florida. In many instances, it is a felony criminal offense. If you are being accused of or have already been placed under arrest for domestic violence please contact me, Fort Lauderdale domestic violence defense attorney Marshall Geisser, as soon as possible.
Criminal Defense for Domestic Violence Charges in Fort Lauderdale, Davie & Hollywood, Florida
In today’s society domestic violence crimes are on the rise and account for many arrests. If domestic violence is not stopped in the beginning stages it can lead to assault, rape, manslaughter and even murder. As such, law enforcement, prosecutors and judges are often harsh when dealing with an individual who has been charged with domestic violence. If this is your first domestic violence charge, I may be able to have charges dismissed, if your case qualifies and you agree to alternative sentencing such as counseling, anger management or community service. If this is your second or subsequent charge, I will use my experience as an attorney to work to have charges lowered to avoid a strike and harsh penalties.
Florida criminal law has always been strict in dealing with domestic violence offenders. If convicted, you may be sentenced to the following:
- Felony or misdemeanor offense
- 1 year jail sentence to life in prison
- Large monetary fines
- Restitution to the victim
- Possible driver’s license suspension
- Mandatory community service
- Up to 5 years probation
- Parole
- Anger management classes
- Alcohol or drug Counseling
- Mark on criminal record
As a Fort Lauderdale domestic violence defense lawyer, I have come across many domestic violence cases where there were false accusations involved. It is my job, as a defense lawyer, to investigate and collect evidence, obtain witness testimony and information that will help prove my client’s innocence. At times, there may be no witnesses involved, and the prosecution will have to provide very strong physical evidence against you to suggest that you did indeed commit the crime and were not acting in self defense. As an experienced Fort Lauderdale domestic violence lawyer, I always challenge evidence that may be used against my client in order to help protect their rights. As an attorney, my clients’ rights and freedom are very important to me and I fight to defend them.
Florida Domestic Violence Attorney
Florida criminal defense attorney Marshall Geisser provides excellent legal defense for anyone accused of domestic violence, spousal abuse, elder abuse, child abuse or rape in and around the areas of Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Davie and Miami, Florida. Contact the Law Office of Marshall Geisser today to schedule a free consultation of your Florida domestic violence case.
Accused of domestic violence in Florida? Contact the Law Office of Marshall Geisser today!