Florida Battery on Law Enforcement Defense Attorney
Battery on Law Enforcement charges in Florida
Most likely a person that is involved with an altercation with a law enforcement officer will be charged with battery. This is considered a 3rd degree felony and has a penalty up to 15 years in jail. This is depended upon if you are a career criminal or a reoffender.
Battery is technically defined as unwanted touching. However, sometime you can be charged with battery for a simple push, touch or even spitting at another individual. Since law enforcement often uses excessive force during a criminal arrest, a defendant's actions could be a result of the force put upon them. PJ Mitchell of Mitchell & West has ample experience in dealing with the fine line that comes with the charges of battery on a law enforcement officer.
If you are under investigation or have been arrested and charged, contact PJ Mitchell and he will be available to speak with you regarding your situation. He will discuss what options you have, what will happen next and help you find the best possible defense to aid in the best feasible outcome. You can call our office at (305) 447-1333 or reach us by completing the form below or by sending an e-mail. He will fight for your rights!