Miami Violent Crime Defense Lawyers
If you’re facing allegations of a violent crime in Miami, Florida, it’s crucial to contact Criminal Defense Firm Miami right away. Violent crime charges can have devastating consequences, including job loss and lengthy prison sentences, as penalties for these offenses are severe. For example, aggravated assault with a firearm in Miami can result in a minimum sentence of three years.
A criminal record from a violent crime can severely impact your future, affecting your ability to find employment, own a weapon, vote, or rent an apartment. Even if you’re innocent, the legal system may not automatically favor you. Fortunately, Criminal Defense Firm Miami is equipped to defend you against a range of violent crime charges, including:
- Homicide: The unlawful killing of another person, regardless of circumstances.
- Murder: The intentional killing of another person.
- First-Degree Murder: An intentional killing, often premeditated.
- Second-Degree Murder: An unintentional killing with extreme indifference to human life.
- Felony Murder: A death occurring during the commission of a serious felony, like robbery or kidnapping.
- Manslaughter: The unintentional killing through reckless conduct.
- Negligent Homicide: Causing death through negligence.
- Battery: Offensive physical contact with someone.
- Assault: Threatening or attempting physical contact without actual contact.
- Simple Assault or Battery: Causing minor physical injury.
- Aggravated Assault or Battery: Serious conduct involving a dangerous weapon or severe injury.
- Vehicular Assault: Injuries caused by dangerous driving.
- Spousal Assault (Domestic Violence): Violence between domestic partners.
- Rape: Forcibly compelling sexual intercourse or sexual acts with a person unable to consent.
- Arson: Destroying property by fire or explosion.
- Carjacking: Stealing a vehicle by force, with severe penalties if a firearm is used.
- Child Abuse: Serious injury or abuse of a minor, including physical, sexual, or emotional harm.
- Battery on Law Enforcement Officer (LEO): Assaulting a police officer, a third-degree misdemeanor.
- Kidnapping: Forcibly confining someone and demanding a ransom.
With years of experience in defending against violent crime charges, Criminal Defense Firm Miami offers personalized attention to build a strong defense. Contact us to learn more about how we can help protect your rights from arraignment through trial. We understand the stress you’re under and are committed to defending your constitutional rights.