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Quality Legal Defense of Domestic Violence,
Battery, and Assault Charges in Tampa Bay

Domestic violence defense is a sensitive area of law because the parties involved are usually related or involved in an emotionally-charged relationship. Similarly, battery and assault crimes often involve strong emotions and serious injury.  Rooth Law Group attorneys bring sympathy and understanding to the situation while at the same time, zealously defend the accused.

Our defense usually begins with interviewing any witnesses present, reviewing the police report, and analyzing whether there are any defenses that apply to the domestic violence charge. Often, self-defense is a possible argument and we will verify the client's claims with those of any and all witnesses present.

We also evaluate the entire case to determine if other extenuating circumstances apply, such as the role alcohol may have had in the incident, the presence of substance abuse problems in the relationship, or the need for anger management therapy or marital counseling.

In the event you retain Rooth Law Group soon enough after your arrest, we may be able to intervene on your behalf with the prosecutor's office to avoid the filing of charges against you at all.  By hearing your version of the story, and an explanation of the mitigating factors that may have played a role in the dispute, the Assistant State Attorney assigned to your case may be persuaded to not file the charge.

The Rooth Law Group routinely represents individuals charged with:
• Domestic Violence or Domestic Battery
• Battery and Aggravated Battery
• Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon or Firearm
• Felony Battery
• Battery of a Law Enforcement Officer, Firefighters, or other Officers/Agents
• Sexual Battery
• Assault and Aggravated Assault
• Aggravated Assault of a Law Enforcement Officer
• Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon or Firearm

Rooth Law Group often works on the other side of these types of disputes.  Its attorneys also represent victims, to ensure the victim’s interests are protected during investigations and while cases against their abusers progress through the court system. 
Contact us for a free consultation and we will thoroughly evaluate your case to determine the best course of action.

Experienced Professionals Providing Top Quality Legal Defense Services
In today’s world of litigation, simple courtesy and respect is often sadly lacking.  While Rooth Law Group prides itself on aggressive legal representation on behalf of its clients, the firm believes in zealous advocacy with only the utmost professionalism. 

Rooth Law Group attorneys will take the time to explain what is occurring in your criminal case in language that you can understand.  They will make sure you are comfortable knowing exactly where you stand under the law.  They will arrive in court armed with the most persuasive and current case law to support your position.  Professionalism and sensitivity is particularly necessary when it comes to domestic violence, battery and assault cases. 

Call the Rooth Law Group today to schedule a free initial consultation: 727 797 9600 in Pinellas County, 813 333 6517 in Hillsborough County & 727 232 3912 in Pasco County. 

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Library for Domestic Violence / Battery / Assault:

• How To Avoid Criminal Charges From A Domestic Violence Injunction
  Description: If you find out there is an injunction naming you, take this very seriously and be careful with everything you do. If you disregard the injunction, an already bad situation can become ten times worse. This article contains ten general concepts you should review and understand if you know there is an injunction in place against you. Call us today for a free consultation to discuss defending an injunction violation: 727-797-9600 in Pinellas County, 813-333-6517 in Hillsborough County & 727-232-3912 in Pasco County.

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Frequent Questions for Domestic Violence / Battery / Assault:

• Am I required to take the batterers’ intervention program?
• How can I remove the judges no contact order?
  
• What criminal charges are labeled Domestic Violence?
• Who can be charged with domestic violence battery?
• Can I seal my domestic violence battery (DV Battery) record?

• As the victim, how can I get the charges of Domestic Violence Battery dropped?

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Case Results for Domestic Violence / Battery / Assault:

• Pinellas Battery on Bus Dropped
• Criminal Charges for Domestic Battery and Trespassing
• Domestic Violence Battery
• Domestic Violence Battery
• Felony Battery
• Battery on a Pregnant Woman (felony)

The Rooth Law Group represents clients throughout West Central Florida, including:
Pinellas County: St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Gulfport, Largo, Pinellas Park, Indian Rocks Beach, Kenneth City, Madeira Beach, Seminole, Redington Beach, Oldsmar, Tarpon Springs, Odessa, Safety Harbor, Holiday, Spring Hill, Hudson, Zephyrhills, Dunedin, Belleair Bluffs, Belleair Beach, Palm Harbor, Treasure Island, Indian Shores, Tierra Verde, Bay Pines, Belleair Shore, South Pasadena, Crystal Beach, Pasadena.

Hillsborough County: Tampa, Apollo Beach, Brandon, Carrollwood, Dover, Gibsonton, Lithia, Lutz, Northdale, Palma Ceia, Pebble Creek, Plant City, Riverview, Ruskin, Seffner, Sulphur Springs, Sun City, Temple Terrace, Thonotosassa, Town n' County, Valrico, West Chase, Wimauma, Ybor City.

Pasco County: New Port Richey, Dade City, Gulf Harbors, Hudson, Land O' Lakes, Odessa, Port Richey, Saint Leo, Shady Hills, Trinity, Wesley Chapel.

Manatee County: Bradenton, Anna Maria, Holmes Beach, Ellenton, Longbeach, Longboat Key, Manatee, Palmetto, Parrish, South Bradenton, West Bradenton, Whitfield, Whitney Beach.

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