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BATTERY

Criminal Battery Charges in South Florida

Battery:

Intentionally touching or striking a victim against their will or intentionally causing harm to a victim. A first offense of battery is a first degree misdemeanor, and the sentence for conviction could include up to 1 year in county jail and a $1,000 fine. If the defendant has at least one prior conviction for battery, the offense is charged as a third degree felony, and is punishable by up to 5 years in prison and a fine of as high as $5,000.

Felony Battery:

A defendant can be charged with felony battery if they intentionally touch or strike a victim against their will and cause permanent disability, disfigurement, or great bodily harm. This crime is a third degree felony, and the sentence can include up to 5 years in prison and a fine of up to $5,000.

Aggravated Battery:

The crime of aggravated battery is defined as committing battery by use of a deadly weapon,  or intentionally causing serious bodily harm, or permanent disability or disfigurement.  Battery can also be aggravated if the defendant is accused of committing the offense of battery on a pregnant woman and, they knew or should have known of the pregnancy.   This crime is charged as a second degree felony, and conviction can result in up to 15 years in prison and a fine up to $10,000. 

For over 30 years, Bradley M. Collins, P.A. has aggressively and successfully defended clients facing Battery, Felony Battery and Aggravated Battery charges.

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