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The Law Office of
Gail Cheatwood, P.A.
2000 South Florida Avenue
Lakeland, Florida 33801

Phone:  (863) 686-0975

 

Domestic Violence - Battery Defense

Lakeland Domestic Violence Attorney & Lawyer, providing experienced Domestic Violence - Battery Defense and other Criminal Defense legal services in Lakeland, Winter Haven, Bartow, Polk County, and Central Florida.


Domestic violence crimes are a hot topic in many communities throughout our area, as well as national attention on various news and talk show programs. This exposure and the increased political pressure on domestic violence issues has lead to a more aggressive approach in prosecuting any allegation of a domestic violence crime.

Unfortunately, this aggressive approach has caused many individuals to face domestic violence charges which are unwarranted, or they are falsely accused of domestic violence in the heat of the moment. The best defense of an accusation of a domestic violence crime is seek experience legal advice and representation.

A domestic violence crime may be charged as a misdemeanor or felony crime, depending on the circumstances of the incident, evidence compiled against you, and in come cases your prior criminal record.

An experienced domestic violence attorney & lawyer will ensure you are fully aware of your legal rights and options for you defense regarding the charges against you. When it is not possible to have the charges dropped, reduced, or negotiate an acceptable plea, The Law Office of Gail Cheatwood, P.A., will ensure the prosecution is held to the burden of proving beyond a reasonable doubt the charges against you were warranted. We will hold all evidence, witness statements, and the actions of law enforcement under a microscope, while aggressively protection your legal rights.

Contact an experienced Lakeland domestic violence defense attorney & lawyer at The Law Office of Gail Cheatwood, P.A., by calling (863) 686-0975, and schedule a confidential consultation.

As an experienced Lakeland domestic violence defense attorney & lawyer, Gail Cheatwood has successfully represented numerous Lakeland, Winter Haven, Bartow, or Polk County Florida area residents in the defense of criminal traffic charges and other criminal defense legal issues.

Some of the domestic violence - battery offense charges one may commonly face include, but are not limited to:

  • Assault and battery;

  • Sexual assault;

  • Criminal trespass;

  • False imprisonment;

  • Harassment;

  • Spousal rape;

  • Stalking;

  • Kidnapping;

  • Restraining order violations;

Depending upon the circumstances of your arrest and possibly your prior criminal history, a domestic violence crime conviction may result in:

  • Hefty fines;

  • Potential jail or prison time;

  • Suspension of your driving privileges;

  • Attend mandatory anger management classes;

  • Having your license revoked;

  • Potential vehicle forfeiture;

  • Community service;

  • Lengthy terms of probation;

  • Forfeiture of property or assets;

  • Forfeiture of certain basic civil rights (felony conviction).

If you have been charged with a domestic violence - battery offense in Lakeland, Winter Haven, Bartow, or Polk County Florida, contact an experienced domestic violence defense attorney & lawyer at The Law Office of Gail Cheatwood, P.A., today by calling (863) 686-0975.

Your reputation is not the only thing at stake when facing domestic violence - battery charges or other criminal offenses, but your liberties, rights, freedom as well. It is well documented that those who are innocent have been known to have served or are currently serving time in our County Jails and State Prisons. You should make every effort to ensure you are not one of these statistics. Seek experienced legal counsel to stand up and fight for your legal rights, giving you the best opportunity to be treated fairly by the criminal justice system.


If you would like to schedule a confidential consultation with an experienced Lakeland domestic violence defense attorney & lawyer who proudly serves the Lakeland, Winter Haven, Bartow, or Polk County Florida area, contact The Law Office of Gail Cheatwood, P.A., by calling (863) 686-0975 or by email by filling out our confidential case submission form.


Lakeland Domestic Violence Attorney & Lawyer, providing experienced Domestic Violence - Battery Defense and other Criminal Defense legal services in Lakeland, Winter Haven, Bartow, Polk County, and Central Florida.


  

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