Assault and Battery in Florida.

Happy 4th of July from everyone at Kidder and Bennett law firm in St. Petersburg!  Let’s get down to the nuts and bolts for a moment.  The hot, sticky summer weather often brings out the worst in some of Pinellas county’s residents.  Violent crime is more prevalent.  All of a sudden regular law-abiding citizens are pushed to the edge resulting in the accusation of assault and battery.

Assault is defined as a second degree misdemeanor.  It may actually involve a “hands on” act, but it can even be charged against someone who, in the opinion of another is acting in a threatening manner.  Battery is a very serious first degree violation.  This involves the actual touching or striking of another individual with the intent of doing harm.

There are many other variables that complicate the issue.  You must do damage control for yourself, your future, and your loved ones.  You also need to know that the issue is exacerbated if the alleged victim is over 65 years old.  For vigorous defense immediately contact St. Petersburg assault and battery attorneys Kidder and Bennett bringing a combined half-century of experience at (727) 821-8000.