Assault & Battery Penalties for Assault and Battery Convictions in Broward County: What You Are Facing Most people charged with assault or battery in Broward County have never been inside a courtroom. Many are searching for answers late at night, worried about jail time, job loss, or the long-term impact of a criminal record. Florida treats assault and battery as distinct… By Rossen Law Firm February 26, 2026 View Post
Assault & Battery Can I Claim Self-Defense Against Assault and Battery Charges in Florida? The person who threw the first punch is not always the one who faces criminal charges. In Florida, assault and battery arrests regularly involve both sides of a confrontation, and the person who acted in self-defense sometimes ends up in handcuffs. If you are facing charges… By Rossen Law Firm February 26, 2026 View Post
Assault & Battery Legal Defenses for Battery Charges: What You Need to Know Facing a battery charge can feel like your world's been turned upside down. Whether it's a misunderstanding, an accident, or a situation that spiraled out of control, the legal system can seem intimidating and unforgiving. But here's the truth: a battery charge doesn't… By Rossen Law Firm March 25, 2025 View Post
Assault & Battery Domestic Violence Restraining Order in Florida: Laws and Risks Domestic violence is a pervasive issue that deeply impacts individuals, families, and communities. Navigating the legal aspects of domestic violence cases can be daunting for those affected. This blog aims to shed light on the vital role of legal representation in these cases… By Rossen Law Firm February 26, 2024 View Post
Assault & Battery Aggravated Sexual Battery: Definition & Legal Sentencing Florida's Sexual Battery law, outlined in Section 794.011, presents a complex legal framework for understanding and addressing various forms of sexual battery. This guide is dedicated to demystifying these complexities, providing clarity on key definitions, the broad scope of… By Rossen Law Firm February 2, 2024 View Post
Assault & Battery Sexual Assault vs Battery in Florida: Legal Distinctions Sexual assault and sexual battery are terms that carry significant weight, especially in the legal context of Florida. While they are often used interchangeably in everyday language, they hold distinct legal meanings and implications within the state's judicial system. Our Fort… By Rossen Law Firm January 8, 2024 View Post
Rossen Law Firm Assault & Battery Capital Sexual Battery in Florida Since 1972, 30 Floridians have been exonerated while on Death Row- this is important because a new statute means the death penalty can now be pursued for cases of capital sexual battery in Florida. These cases, also referred to as child sexual battery, are some of the most… By Rossen Law Firm November 2, 2023 View Post
Assault & Battery What is the Difference between Assault vs Aggravated Assault in Florida? What is the Difference between Assault vs Aggravated Assault in Florida? What is assault in Florida? (Fla. Stat. §§ 784. By Rossen Law Firm December 14, 2022 View Post
Assault & Battery What is a Batterers Intervention Program in South Florida? Fort Lauderdale Criminal Attorney Answers What is the Batterers’ Intervention Program? By Rossen Law Firm December 14, 2022 View Post
Assault & Battery What is an Assault and Battery Crime in South Florida? What is an Assault and Battery Crime in Fort Lauderdale & South Florida? South Florida Attorney Explains There are numerous types of assault and battery crimes in Florida. By Rossen Law Firm December 14, 2022 View Post
Assault & Battery What are mandatory reporting guidelines or laws about Sexual Battery and Lewd and Lascivious behavior in Florida? What are mandatory reporting guidelines or laws about Sexual Battery and Lewd and Lascivious behavior in Florida? When deciding whether or not you must report a case or suspicion of sexual battery, you first need to know whether or not you are a mandatory reporter. By Rossen Law Firm December 14, 2022 View Post
Rossen Law Firm Assault & Battery Can the Victim of Domestic Violence Choose to Drop the Charges Against the Offender? Will a Waiver of Prosecution Drop Domestic Violence Charges? Can Domestic Violence Charges be Dropped by the Victim in Florida? The circumstances that revolve around a domestic dispute are often very complicated. Sometimes, in the heat of intense situations, mistakes or misunderstandings occur. By Rossen Law Firm December 6, 2022 View Post
Assault & Battery When Accused of Aggravated Assault in Florida, Stand Your Ground says South Florida Criminal Attorney When Accused of Aggravated Assault in Florida, Stand Your Ground says South Florida Criminal Attorney Under Florida law the difference between being charged with assault vs. aggravated assault is huge. By Rossen Law Firm November 21, 2022 View Post
Assault & Battery How Easy Is It To Be Charged With Battery? Ask OBJ and a Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Attorney How Easy Is It To Be Charged With Battery? Ask OBJ and a Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Attorney Locker room fun with a little slap could potentially turn into a party in the slammer for NFL player Odell Beckham Jr. Today, Jan. By Rossen Law Firm November 21, 2022 View Post
Assault & Battery 5 Legal Tips From Criminal Defense Attorneys on How to Avoid Legal Drama and Arrests During the Holiday Season The holidays though full of merry and cheer can also be a time full of arrests for crimes. Defense Attorneys from the Rossen Law Firm explain holiday legal… By Rossen Law Firm September 28, 2022 View Post