Assault & Battery Defense Attorneys in Miami

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Building on our decades of combined experience, the Law Offices of Ama-Mariya Hoffenden brings you a team of Miami assault and battery defense attorneys who care about justice.

As your assault lawyers, we’ll ensure you have the best criminal defense team in Miami, FL, and the best chance at clearing your name or reducing your sentence. We care about your freedom and rights, and we’ll explore every avenue possible to defend you in all kinds of assault and battery cases.

Contact Us (786) 353-4202

What Is The Difference Between Assault and Battery?

Assault and battery are two different kinds of crimes under criminal law.

For a crime to be considered an assault, it must involve a threat that causes someone to fear immediate harm to their body. Battery, however, goes beyond a threat and includes unwanted touching from a person or direct physical harm caused by another.

Both crimes are considered violent crimes and are punished harshly in Florida – and across the rest of the country – but it is important to understand the difference between these two kinds of criminal acts.

What Types of Assault Charges Do We Handle?

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We know that every case is different, but our Miami assault defense attorneys have handled so many assault and battery offenses that we are confident we can help you with yours.

No matter the kind of assault or battery crime you are accused of, our lawyers stand ready to assist you in vigorously defending your rights.

The kinds of criminal offenses we handle include, but are not limited to:

  • Aggravated battery
  • Domestic violence
  • Misdemeanor assault or battery
  • Assault with a deadly weapon
  • Felony assault or battery
  • Aggravated assault
  • Weapons charger
  • Armed robbery

What Are the Penalties for Assault & Battery Crimes in Florida?

Battery and assault laws in Florida require harsh sentences for those found guilty of these crimes. The sentences for violent criminal acts range from a misdemeanor to a felony and can include years of jail time.

Assault

Assault is considered a Second Degree Misdemeanor in Florida that is punishable by a fine of up to $500 and up to 60 days in jail.

Aggravated Assault

This is considered a Third Degree Felony and is punishable by a fine of up to $5,000 and up to five years in prison.

Battery

This is a First Degree Misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $1,000 and up to one year in jail.

Aggravated Battery

This is a Second Degree Felony that is punishable by a fine of up to $10,000 and up to 15 years in prison.

Why Choose Our Assault Defense Attorneys in Florida?

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With decades of combined experience, you can rest assured that our assault and battery lawyers know precisely how to handle your case. Whether you have been wrongly accused or there are important mitigating factors, our Florida criminal defense attorneys will explore every possible avenue to defend your rights.

We truly care about justice, and we will take any opportunity possible to ensure your sentence is appropriate or that your name is cleared in the event that you have been wrongly accused.

Our clients trust us with their cases because of our passion for justice and the team’s ability to work together to establish the best angle for every case.

Call Miami’s Assault Lawyers Today

Don’t gamble with your freedom and rights. The Law Offices of Ama-Mariya Hoffenden provides aggressive legal defense in all kinds of assault cases.

Call today for your consultation at (786) 353-4202!

Call Us Today (786) 353-4202

FAQ about Assault Crimes
Can aggravated assault charges be dropped in Florida?
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It is possible to reduce aggravated assault charges to a misdemeanor, but it depends entirely on the circumstances of your case…and the experience of your attorney! At the Law Offices of Ama-Mariya Attorney, we have years of experience in local Miami courts and deep knowledge of the law, allowing us to argue mitigating circumstances to reduce charges on an aggravated assault case.

Can verbal threats be an assault?
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Yes. To be considered an assault, a crime must involve making an individual fear immediate harm to their person. A threat, therefore, is an assault if the person who receives the threat believes that they are in danger of being harmed by the person making the threats.

How much does a Miami assault lawyer cost?
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The cost of an attorney in Miami depends entirely on their experience and your case. Thankfully, with the Law Offices of Ama-Mariya Hoffenden, you have access to expertise at great prices. We provide transparent and competitive pricing, and we even offer free consultations to discuss your needs and budget.

Don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions about fees.

How long after assault can you report it?
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Depending on the kind of assault case, the statute of limitations on cases like this in Florida may be four years. However, for battery cases, there is no statute of limitations for first or second-degree sexual batteries if they are reported within 72 hours.

We recommend that you get in touch with our team as soon as an assault occurs or if you are accused of an assault. The sooner we are working on your case, the better.

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Yevgeniy Shaboldin
Порядочный и внимательный адвокат. Всегда на связи и всегда держит в курсе. Самое главное: Ама-Мария смогла добиться наилучших результатов для нас. Огромное спасибо! Очень рекомендую
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Анастасия Коробова
Очень понравилось отношение! Настоящие профессионалы Мария и её мама Олена - отличный тандем, все делают от души, видно что они на своем месте. Грамотные, внимательные и вежливые. Рекомендую всем, кому нужна помощь по юридическим вопросам! СПАСИБО ВАМ!!!!
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Ама Мария Хоффенден- самый лучший адвокат во Флориде. Настоящий профессионал своего дела. С ее помощью мне одобрили статус на интервью. Рекомендую!!!
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Ама Мария и Олена – отличная команда профессионалов своего дела. Они находят выходы из, казалось бы, безвыходных ситуаций и делают все возможное, чтобы дело клиента разрешилось наилучшим способом. Благодаря их помощи и поддержке, мы с мужем получили политическое убежище за рекордно короткий срок. С удовольствием рекомендую их всем, кому нужны эмиграционные услуги – вы можете не сомневаться, что вы в надежных руках!
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Качеству и сроками работы Амы-Марии и Олены, стоит поучиться многим местным адвокатам. На первой нашей встрече, мне кратко и по полочкам разложили все возможные варианты моего дела. Это люди слова. Сказали - сделали! И всё это - в кратчайшие сроки. Я был приятно удивлен! Молодцы! Спасибо! Рекомендую!!!
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One of the TOP attorneys in South Florida! Highly recommended!
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High professionalism, punctuality and quick action are characteristic of this person. Nice in communication and in relation to the client. I recommend.
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I highly recommend Mrs. Hoffenden! She is not only knowledgeable and detail oriented, she's a fierce advocate who works tirelessly. She is very professional throughout the entire process.
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Betty Verdecia
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Amazing team of professionals. I am happy my path crossed with Ama as she truly is a dedicated and very genuine lawyer. I would recommend her to anyone who wants their case to be handled in the best possible way.
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SN Ksenya
Ama-Mariya is a great lawyer! She pays attention to every detail. Always stays in touch. And more important is that she achieved the best results in my case! I could not be more grateful!
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If you need the help of a honest professional, and decent lawyer, contact the Law Office of Ama Mariya Hoffdenden. I heard about them from my friends, whom they helped to win the cases. Ama Mariya and Olena Green, helped me several times to solve various problems. They are always aimed at successfully solving a problem, regardless of personal gain. They are high level professionals and amazing people. Ama Mariya's phone number is saved in my phone as an emergency contact. Because she is 100% trustworthy!
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Nikolay Almukhametov
Ama Mariya, es excelente. Me ayudo cada paso del tramite y me guio en la mejor manera posible para hacer todo lo mas rapido y efectivamente posible. No dudo en decirme cuando algo estaba malo pero lo mas importante de todo es que arreglo todos los errores que yo habia tenido con mi "abogado" anterior. Gracias a Ana Maria mi proceso de asilo ha sido exitoso. Gracias nuevamente Ama Mariya.
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The best lawyer in Florida. I recommend to everyone.👍👍👍
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Виолетта Анисимова
Blessed to find a bilingual attorney in this region she has been so efficient and dedicated in helping my family who are not proficient in English. 5 Stars if you need your papers please go here and dont waste time anywhere else, most likely you will have to come here to fix the mess of someone else. this is a TOP attorney thank you Ama Hoffenden for everything!
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I highly recommend the services of Ama Mariya Hoffenden! A real professional with a strong work ethic who wins cases and a wonderful person! The whole experience was great and we’ll be forever grateful!
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If you are looking for a great immigration lawyer:Attorney Ama-Mariya Hoffenden is truly the best attorney in Florida!! She did an outstanding legal work, very knowledgeble and a great communicator. Definitely made us realize that we were in great hands. Besides being an outstanding professional, she has very nice personality. Ama-Mariya goes above and beyond for her clients. Highly recommend her to everyone!!!!
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Very good relationship to clients and always happy to help. Always supported through our immigration process every step of the way. I highly recommend this law firm. Olena always very helpful and provides personal touch. Thank you
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Ama and her associates are nothing but great. O've know Ama for years and her professionalism stands out in a matter of seconds once you meet with her. just amazing.
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Ama-Mariya Hoffenden is highly skilled professional who was able to dismiss my case. I definitely recommend this attorney! Everyone in her office is very friendly and helpful. I am very satisfied with their work.
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Качеству и сроками работы Амы-Марии и Олены, стоит поучиться многим местным адвокатам. На первой нашей встрече, мне кратко и по полочкам разложили все возможные варианты моего дела. Это люди слова. Сказали - сделали! И всё это - в кратчайшие сроки. Я был приятно удивлен! Молодцы! Спасибо! Рекомендую!!!
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Знаю Марию очень долгое время, с самых первых дней Она зарекомендовала себя как отличный специалист. В law office Марии я обращался с разными кейсами, все они были благополучно решены. Definitely recommend.
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Ама Мария и Олена – отличная команда профессионалов своего дела. Они находят выходы из, казалось бы, безвыходных ситуаций и делают все возможное, чтобы дело клиента разрешилось наилучшим способом. Благодаря их помощи и поддержке, мы с мужем получили политическое убежище за рекордно короткий срок. С удовольствием рекомендую их всем, кому нужны эмиграционные услуги – вы можете не сомневаться, что вы в надежных руках!
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