Our Domestic Violence Defense Attorneys Can Protect Your Future
Last updated on April 18, 2025
Charges of domestic assault are very emotional. You may feel like the entire world has lined up against you, as you may not only have to deal with criminal charges, but restraining orders that prevent you from seeing your family as well. These are not problems that you should try and handle on your own. You need to understand your rights and legal options. You need to speak to someone with extensive trial experience who can help you fight for your future.
Florida Statute 741.28 defines domestic violence as acts like assault, battery, stalking, kidnapping or other crimes causing injury or death between family or household members. It establishes who qualifies as a family or household member and provides the legal basis for protective measures and enforcement against domestic violence in Florida.
At the Law Firm of Scott T. Moorey, our criminal defense lawyers have more than 20 years of combined trial experience handling a wide variety of criminal cases in Florida, including domestic assault cases. We understand the sensitive nature of these and other violent crime cases. We will fight to protect your rights and your freedom.
Good People Do Get Arrested. Just because someone accuses you of domestic violence doesn’t mean it’s true. Good people do get arrested and allegations may not always be what they seem. We can defend you. Call 888-821-9168 or send us an email for a free consultation.
Domestic Violence And Your Rights As A Parent
If you are a parent involved in a domestic violence matter, then you are aware that the charges may affect your ability to see your children and your ability to obtain custody. There are ways to work with the domestic violence victim and come to an understanding on how to get you the help you need so your children get the benefit of being able to see both of their parents.
Our criminal defense attorneys know how sensitive these issues can be. They also know that divorcing parents may use false allegations of child neglect and abuse or domestic violence to gain sole custody of children. Our lawyers don’t stand for this injustice, and they work with parents who are being wrongfully accused.
After all, penalties of these allegations may include being unable to go back to your home or have contact with children or family members. You may even lose your job. Therefore, you need to address the charges against you immediately with help from a skilled defense attorney. At the Law Firm of Scott T. Moorey, our lawyers back their defense strategies with more than 20 combined years of legal experience.
Defending You Against All Domestic Violence Charges
There are many different types of domestic assault charges. At the Law Firm of Scott T. Moorey, our legal team can help you defend against any type of domestic criminal charge. We can help with misdemeanors that arise from loud arguments, to more serious felony assault charges and allegations of child abuse and molestation charges that may be brought if children were present.
We understand that arguments can become heated and spiral out of control. We also believe that people are innocent until proven guilty. The prosecution has the burden of proving guilt; we do not have the burden of proving innocence. We will ask the difficult questions to get to the bottom of the allegations. We will leave no stone unturned in order to determine if:
- The 911 tape differs from the victim’s claims
- There were witnesses who saw what happened
- Physical evidence doesn’t match the victim’s claims
- There are inconsistencies in the victim’s version of events
- The officer’s observations differ from the victim’s claims
- You have alibis that place you somewhere else when the alleged abuse took place
You can rely on us to handle your case without judgment as we work tirelessly to build a strong defense. We will consider all possible evidence, including self-defense, in order to make sure your side of the story gets told.
Going Through A Divorce? Some spouses will accuse their spouse of domestic violence in order to gain custody of the children in divorce situations. False allegations are an injustice we fight back against at our firm.
Protect Your Rights Through Legal Representation
If you have been arrested for domestic violence, it is important that you speak with one of our defense lawyers before you say anything to the police or the prosecution. We can help ensure that your rights are protected and that you are not coerced into a confession. We will start building your defense right away. Even if you have spoken with the police, we can still provide you with a strong criminal defense.
Take Advantage Of A Free Consultation
If you have been accused of spousal or domestic abuse, then it is important to get legal representation right away. Even allegations of violence can be incredibly damaging to your reputation. Contact us to speak with one of our experienced defense attorneys who know how to handle these sensitive cases. Send us an email or call 888-821-9168 for a free initial consultation. Our lawyers can help you understand your rights and your options. We have offices in Fort Myers, Naples and Punta Gorda and Labelle and we serve Lee, Collier, Charlotte, Hendry, and Glades counties.