Domestic Violence Lawyers

Frequently Asked Questions

Domestic Violence Attorneys in Orlando, Florida

I have been arrested for an act involving Domestic Violence, can I return home or contact the alleged victim?

Usually not.  First you will not usually be able to bond out until 24 hours after the arrest and then when you do the Judge will usually prevent you from contacting the victim or returning home as a condition of your release. Contact an experienced domestic violence attorney to file a motion with the judge requesting a modification of your release conditions so you may return home or have contact with the alleged victim, especially if the alleged victim agrees.

Can you help me if I am falsely accused of domestic violence while going through a divorce?

Yes. In some cases of divorce, one partner may falsely accuse the other of domestic violence in order to encourage favorable divorce results. If you are facing a false accusation of domestic violence, The Umansky Law Firm, in Orlando can help.

If my accuser drops the charges, can I still be formally charged or even convicted of domestic violence?

While an accuser may have a change of heart and wish to drop charges, domestic violence charges are prosecuted by the state and can only be dropped by the state.

What are some of the criminal consequences of domestic violence in Florida?

A person convicted of domestic violence may face serious consequences including jail time, mandatory Batterers’ Intervention Program participation, inability to have the conviction sealed or expunged, and inability to carry a firearm, among others. Hiring a Central Florida Domestic Violence Attorney Team may help you avoid some or all-criminal consequences.

If you’ve been charged with domestic violence or spousal abuse in Orlando or surrounding communities, consider hiring an experienced domestic violence attorney with the right resources to defend you. Call or email our Orlando Domestic Violence Lawyers at The Umansky Law Firm today for a free domestic violence defense consultation.