Domestic Violence Attorney in Miami, FL

Find a Domestic Violence Lawyer with Trial Experience and a Record of Success

At the Law Office of Michael Mirer, P.A., we offer impressive credentials and experience to our clients facing criminal charges in a domestic violence case. As the penalties in the State of Florida are so extreme, it is imperative that you act quickly to get legal representation if you have been charged, whether the case is filed as a misdemeanor or a felony. Our firm represents the accused in a range of domestic violence offenses, and is prepared to discuss your case immediately.

Aggravated Assault 
An assault becomes an "aggravated" assault when the assailant commits an assault with a deadly weapon without the intent to kill or when they commit an assault during the commission of a felony. Aggravated assault is a felony in the third degree and punishable by up to 5 years in prison.

Aggravated Battery 
A person commits aggravated battery when they cause permanent disfigurement or permanent disability, or great bodily harm, or when they use a deadly weapon, or when they commit battery against a pregnant woman and they were aware that she was pregnant.

Domestic Battery 
Charges of domestic battery can lead to extensive penalties if convicted. There is a great deal of focus by lawmakers and police in this area of the law, and domestic battery continues to be a charge that is filed frequently in the Miami area. If you are facing this charge, you need to find out more about the penalties and how to defend against the charges in court.

False Imprisonment 
The offense of false imprisonment involves abducting, or confining, or imprisoning another person against their will. In Florida, the offense is a third degree felony and punishable by up to 5 years in prison and $5,000 in fines.

Kidnapping 
Kidnapping involves abducting, or unlawfully confining somebody against their will. It can also involve torturing someone, or interfering with a government investigation, or confining a child under the age of 13 without their parent's or guardian's consent, all the while holding the person against their will.

State Prosecution 
Domestic violence charges are filed at the state level, and will be prosecuted by a state prosecutor. The prosecuting attorney has the duty to pursue a conviction, and has the almost unlimited resources of the state government to support them, including police, labs and expert witness. You need to come to court with an equally powerful and experienced Miami domestic violence defense attorney on your side.

Restraining Orders 
When a person alleges that they were threatened or the victim of domestic violence, the police have little option other than to make an arrest. An argument can quickly escalate, and when a neighbor or family member (or the alleged victim) calls law enforcement, if one party is charged with domestic violence, they will also face a restraining order restricting their access to the alleged victim and the home.

Child Abuse 
Any criminal accusation of child abuse is extremely dangerous. The repercussions of a conviction can last a lifetime. You can lose access to your children, your home, and lose custody and be forced to have a chaperone present for any visitation. The consequences of a conviction can mean permanent damage to your personal life and professional reputation. Act quickly to find out what can be done in your case. Read more.

Order of Protection 
An order of protection can be issued if it is believed that you are a threat to another person in your household, whether a spouse, relationship partner, family member or roommate. If you are dealing with the repercussions of an order of protection, find out what can be done to resolve the situation and protect your rights. Find out more.

Penalties for Domestic Violence 
The penalties for domestic violence range from a few days in jail, fines, and mandated treatment, through to years spent incarcerated in state prison. Find out specifics about the penalties by reading our page outlining the various possible penalties for a range of crimes.

Tampering With a Witness 
Tampering with a witness or harassing a witness in any manner as to hinder an arrest, an investigation, a probation revocation, or a prosecution is a serious criminal offense and can incur felony charges in the state of Florida.

Falsely Accused 
There are cases in which a person accuses another of domestic violence for another purpose, including situations involving divorce and custody or visitation, or in a bitter relationship breakup. If you are falsely accused, you will still have to defend yourself, and you cannot be confident that you will be found not guilty due to your actual innocence.

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