Child and Elder Abuse in the St. Petersburg Area.

There is nothing more insidious than the physical or psychological abuse of someone who is unable to defend themselves.  Injury to a child or a senior citizen triggers strong emotions and anger toward the alleged perpetrator.  Fingers may be pointed too quickly by the adults who believe that their minor or parent has been abused.

Being erroneously accused of harming a child in any way is horrific and can leave the accused scarred for life.  Crimes involving a child may carry a heavy punishment of life in prison.  Abuse in the case of a child younger than age 12 is considered a capital crime in the state of Florida.

You may need a defense team that includes a death penalty qualified lawyer and two former prosecutors to fight on your side.  Kidder & Bennett serving the St. Petersburg area for more than 25 years is just such a firm.  If you have been accused of abusing a child or a senior citizen every minute counts.  For aggressive defense, contact Kidder & Bennett today at (727) 821-8000.