Miami Violent Crimes Defense Attorney

What is a violent crime?

There are many offenses that are classified as violent crimes. The following definition is used by the Florida Department of Corrections in determining whether a crime is classified as violent:

A crime is defined as violent if the crime involves actual or the threat of physical harm to a person or the crime has a reasonable probability of causing unintended physical harm or physical threat of harm to a person.

If a crime involved actual physical harm, an actual threat of physical harm, a reasonable probability that the crime could have resulted in unintentional physical harm or, reasonable probability that the crime could have resulted in the threat of physical harm, it will be charged as a violent crime. A conviction will result in severe penalties. A Miami criminal defense lawyer should be consulted immediately in order to determine how to best defend you case. Violent crimes can range from varying degrees of misdemeanors and felonies, depending upon the facts, damages, injuriesand prior convictions. Repeat offenses significantly increase the ultimate penalties, which often include significant fines and jail or prison time.

Violent Crimes Defense Attorney Serving Miami

If you are facing charges of domestic violence, a sex crime, weapons and firearm charges or assault & battery, you need to get quality defense counsel immediately. Ensuring that you are represented by an insightful and experienced defense attorney can greatly impact the final outcome of your case. An aggressive defense attorney from the firm can evaluate the situation and will advocate for you and your freedom. Every case is unique and you deserve to have a an individualized case assessment and defense strategy employed. If the firm gets involved early in the case, there can even be an opportunity to reduce the charges or have them dismissed. Adam Mait has extensive experience on both sides of the justice system and will give your case the attention that it deserves.

Contact a Miami criminal defense attorney at the firm today if you or a loved one has been charged with a violent crime.