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Miami Battery Lawyer

Battery and Aggravated Battery in Miami, Florida

Battery is a criminal offense defined by Florida's assault and battery statute as actually and intentionally striking or touching another person against their will, or intentionally causing bodily injury to another person.

Have you been accused of battery? Talking to an experienced Miami criminal defense attorney is important if you are to exercise your Constitutional right to legal counsel and have the opportunity to avoid a conviction for this misdemeanor or felony offense. An attorney can protect your rights and also can work to minimize any negative consequences that may arise from your arrest. By protecting your interests and asserting your rights throughout the entire criminal process, your lawyer can help ensure that you are not taken advantage of or treated unfairly by law enforcement, the District Attorney or any member of law enforcement who may try to do whatever they can to secure evidence and a criminal conviction against you.

As an experienced trial attorney and a former Miami-Dade prosecutor, Michael Mirer has the experience and background you should look for in your criminal lawyer. He understands both sides of the criminal process in Florida and is thoroughly dedicated to defending his clients' rights in the face of all types of violent crime charges. Whether you have been accused of assault, battery, assault and battery, or battery on a law enforcement officer, attorney Michael Mirer can offer you the legal counsel you need.

Penalties for Battery in Florida

Depending on the particular offense, whether the victim is a law enforcement officer, the defendant's prior criminal record, whether a deadly weapon was used, and the extent of injury the victim suffers, battery may be classified as anywhere between a first degree misdemeanor all the way to a first degree felony. Penalties may range from up to 12 months in jail all the way to 30 years in state prison.

Miami battery lawyer Michael Mirer is here to help you if you or someone you know has been accused of battery or aggravated battery in Miami or the surrounding areas in South Florida. Contact our firm today for a free consultation.