Miami Violent Crimes Lawyer

Facing criminal charges for a violent crime? This is often an extremely serious situation to be in. Many violent crimes are felony offenses, punishable by imprisonment in state prison as well as heavy fines. Florida prosecutors will fight tooth and nail to secure a conviction against a defendant facing charges of murder, manslaughter, kidnapping, assault, or similar offenses. Federal agencies may even become involved if the offense is classified as a hate crime or involves crossed state lines.

As an experienced Miami criminal attorney, Michael Mirer offers aggressive legal representation and dedicated client service to defendants throughout Miami and the surrounding areas in the greater South Florida area who have been accused of or arrested for violent crimes. With a background as a former Miami-Dade prosecutor, Attorney Michael Mirer understands firsthand just how serious these crimes are. He will fight to protect your Constitutional rights through every step of the criminal process and will work tirelessly to secure the best possible case result on your behalf.

Criminal Defense Attorney for Violent Crimes in Miami, Florida

Miami violent crimes lawyer Michael Mirer handles all types of misdemeanor and felony cases involving violent crimes, including (but not limited to):

10-20-Life Law
If you have been charged with a crime that involved the use of a gun, you could be punished under Florida's 10-20-Life law. This law states that brandishing a gun will end in a ten year sentence while actually discharging the gun will lead to twenty years in prison. If someone was killed or injured during the crime, it will result in twenty-five years to life in prison. Read more on 10-20-Life law.

Assault/Aggravated Assault
In Florida, assault is defined as the threat or attempt of violence towards another individual. It is different from battery in that no actual violence has to take place, only the threat of it. If there were any serious circumstances involved in the assault, you could be convicted of aggravated assault. Read more on assault/aggravated assault.

Battery On LEO
Battery on LEO stands for battery on a law enforcement officer. If you have been accused of assault or battery against a police officer, you could be facing very serious consequences. Battery against a civilian is a first degree misdemeanor, but battery against a law enforcement officer is a third degree felony. Read more on battery on LEO.

Battery/Aggravated Battery
Battery is the intentional physical harm of another person. It could include intentionally striking or touching another person causing injury. If you have been accused of battery, you need to contact a Miami battery attorney as soon as possible. Read more on battery/aggravated battery.

Carjacking
Carjacking is classified as a violent crime as it relates to taking another's car by force. The offender usually uses the threat of violence or violence to take the vehicle and it can be punishable by up to thirty years in prison. If there was a firearm involved in the theft, they could be facing life in prison. Read more on carjacking.

Child Abuse
Any mental, physical, sexual, or emotional abuse towards a child could be punished as a misdemeanor or felony. Aggravated child abuse refers to abuse that causes serious injury to the child. This could lead to thirty years in prison as well as a fine of up to $10,000. Read more on child abuse.

Domestic Violence
Any emotional, physical, sexual, financial, or psychological abuse towards a member of one's household could be referred to as child abuse. Our firm understands that many of these cases are actually due to false allegations and so we do our utmost to fight for the rights of our clients. Read more on domestic violence.

Firearm Offenses
Unlawful possession of a weapon, possession of an illegal weapon, and unlawful discharge of a firearm are all types of firearm offenses. If you have been charged with possession of a concealed weapon, you could be punished by up to five years in state prison. Read more on firearm offenses.

Kidnapping
Kidnapping is charged as a felony. This violent crime involves taking someone against their will or by force. The penalties include up to thirty years in prison as well as fines of up to $10,000. Read more on kidnapping.

Manslaughter
Voluntary manslaughter is sometimes call a heat of passion crime as it occurs in an emotionally-heated situation. Although the individual may have desired to cause them physical harm, the murder was not premeditated. Involuntary manslaughter results from gross negligence. Read more on manslaughter.

Murder
Murder is one of the most serious violent crime charges you could face. As the charges and penalties are both severe, it is crucial that you meet with a strong legal representative as soon as possible. A member of our legal team could review your case in order to ascertain what the best path is for you. Read more on murder.

Robbery/Burglary
Robbery differs from theft in that is always includes some kind of force or violence. If you threaten to injure the person you are stealing from, you could be convicted of robbery. As you could be facing harsh penalties under the 10-20-Life law, it is highly recommended that you speak to a legal professional as soon as possible. Read more on robbery/burglary.

Your initial consultation with Miami violent crimes attorney Michael Mirer is free. There is no obligation to contacting the firm at any time for your initial case evaluation, and at this time Mr. Mirer will take the time to talk to you about your violent crime charges, your concerns, and what he can do to help you.

Contact the Law Office of Michael Mirer, P.A. today regarding your Miami violent crime charges.

For more information regarding violent crimes in Miami, Florida, please visit our Miami Violent Crimes website.