Category Archives: Assault
Is Provocation a Defense to Battery in Florida?
While assault is the act of threatening another person with physical harm, battery is the actual action that causes the harm. Of the two offenses, battery is generally considered the more serious and those convicted will face harsh penalties. People often face these charges after someone has provoked them into making physical contact with… Read More »
What is the Difference Between Assault and Battery in Fort Lauderdale?
Assault and battery are very similar, but in fact, two very different offenses. Still, many people incorrectly use the two terms interchangeably to refer to the same offense. Regardless of the crime you are charged with, both assault and battery carry very harsh penalties for those convicted. What is the Difference Between Assault and… Read More »
Assault vs. Aggravated Assault in Florida
Assault and aggravated assault charges are very common in Florida. Both involve one person threatening someone else. There are many key differences between these two charges, though. An assault charge can be upgraded to aggravated assault when there are certain circumstances involved in the case, such as if a weapon was used during the… Read More »
Common Assault Defenses in Fort Lauderdale
In Florida, an assault is the same thing as a threat. People utter threats in Fort Lauderdale all the time, and “simple assault” is a common charge. However, simple assault is also relatively easy to defend, and many defense strategies may prove useful. Of course, the most appropriate defense strategy depends on your unique… Read More »