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Treasure Coast Domestic Battery Arrests

Domestic violence is treated as a very serious crime, and often, arrests are made first and questions asked later. Even those who are innocent could find themselves in jail for at least one night – and often longer. Many states arrest an accused batterer solely on the accusation of violence by a domestic partner.

Domestic battery in Florida is the actual and intentional touching or striking of others against their will. A domestic battery charge easily could do irreparable damage to one’s personal and professional reputation. The stigma attached to a domestic battery conviction could make it harder to find work, apply for housing or affect personal relationships.

In Florida, including the Treasure Coast area, it is required that the accused is brought before a judge prior to being released from jail, usually the next day after an arrest. The judge could impose an injunction preventing any contact with the alleged victim. This includes phone calls, text messages and emails.

Facts on Treasure Coast Domestic Violence 2009 [1]

  • Indian River County reported 725 domestic violence offences
  • Martin County reported 674 domestic violence offences
  • St. Lucie County reports the largest number, with 1,599 domestic violence offenses
If you or a loved one has been arrested on domestic battery charges in the Treasure Coast, it is vital to contact highly experienced criminal defense lawyers immediately. Due to the complexity of domestic violence cases, acquiring the assistance of a domestic battery attorney is critical to a successful defense. Perlet & Shiner, P.A. will work tirelessly to investigate your case and provide a strong defense in an attempt to help you get your life back.

Perlet & Shiner, P.A. has successfully defended federal domestic battery cases in all of the Treasure Coast, South Florida and Central Florida, including Ft. Pierce, Okeechobee, Port St. Lucie, Stuart, Vero Beach, and surrounding cities in Martin County, Okeechobee County, St. Lucie County and Indian River County.
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