Tampa Assault and Battery Defense Lawyer

Are you in Trouble with an Assault and Battery Charge in Tampa?

Both assault and battery are serious crimes involving the threat and/or use of force against another. Although the two crimes are often associated they are not the same. If a charge of assault has been raised it means that another was threatened in a harmful manner or in such a way that it would create fear, great intimidation and the very real possibility that force could be used against them. An assault could also involve a very offensive action against one. The dividing line between assault and battery is generally considered to be when a physical use of force, or even physical contact, is involved.  A heavy argument or domestic abuse which might involve offensive actions and the threat of force is an assault. Should this escalate to pushing, shoving or more brutal contact then it becomes battery.  In any circumstance involving threats and/or the use of physical force you should seek help from a Tampa criminal defense attorney for immediate guidance. 

Assault and Battery is not isolated to crimes that take place in society such as a robbery or mugging. Many charges of this type involve incidents of domestic abuse which bring increased levels of complexity to a defense case.  Under Florida law elements such as the presence of children or that a condition of pregnancy exists can elevate the severity of the charge to aggravated assault.  In all cases which involve charges of threatened violence or harmful contact against another's will there are many factors to be considered.  Florida law is quite extensive on this subject and only an expert legal team such as ours at Taracks Gomez & Rickman should be used to best develop an effective defense.

If you have been involved in an assault and/or battery it is a serious matter. Contact a Tampa Assault and Battery Lawyer without delay.