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Assault Defense Lawyers in Melbourne

Charged with Assault in Melbourne, FL?

Assault is a serious criminal offense in Florida that can lead to serious penalties if you are convicted. Because of this, it is important to hire an experienced and skilled attorney to defend you in court. At Funk, Szachacz & Diamond, our Brevard County assault lawyers have the skills, knowledge, and experience necessary to help you fight your charges and get the best possible outcome in your case.

If you are facing assault charges, we can help. We can use our experience as former prosecutors to help you build a defense strategy that will help you fight your charges and get the best possible outcome for your case.

Contact us today and discuss your charges with our Melbourne assault attorneys to learn more about how we can help you.

What Is Assault in Florida?

Assault is a criminal offense in Florida that involves the threat of force against another person. It is a misdemeanor offense, and if convicted, you can face penalties such as fines, probation, and jail time.

Assault can be either a simple assault or an aggravated assault. A simple assault occurs when a person threatens to use force against another person, while aggravated assault is a more serious offense and involves assault with the use of a deadly weapon or with the intent to commit a felony.

In order to convict you of assault, the state must prove that you threatened to use force against someone else and that you intended to carry out the threat. Additionally, the state must also prove that you acted in a way that would have made a reasonable person fear for their safety or the safety of another person.

Penalties for Assault in Florida

In Florida, assault is typically considered a second-degree misdemeanor, punishable by up to 60 days in jail and/or a fine of up to $500. Aggravated assault is a third-degree felony, which can result in up to five years in prison and/or a fine of up to $5,000.

Talk to Our Melbourne Assault Attorneys Today

If you are facing assault charges, you need the help of an experienced and knowledgeable assault lawyer. At Funk, Szachacz & Diamond, we have the skills and experience necessary to help you fight your charges and get the best possible outcome in your case. We are former prosecutors who have handled thousands of criminal cases and have the skills and knowledge necessary to help you fight your charges.

Schedule your initial consultation with our Melbourne assault attorneysby calling us at (321) 360-4446 today.

  • No Incarceration Mr. R. was a member of a group of boys alleged to have committed the racially motivated “Pizza Hut” homicide. Indicted for murder, the firm’s partners successfully negotiated a resolution that resulted in no incarceration for Mr. R. “Pizza Hut” Homicide Homicide
  • Dismissed Woman charged with 10 counts of Lewd and Lascivious Acts Upon a Child and 2 counts of felony Interference With Custody. On the eve of trial, partners successfully negotiated a misdemeanor resolution with no penalty. The government dismissed all 10 counts of Lewd and Lascivious Acts Upon a Child and all other felonies. 10 Counts of Lewd and Lascivious Acts upon a Child and 2 Counts of Felony Interference with Custody. Sex Crimes
  • Dismissed The country’s largest cattle dealer, Mr. P. and his company, Anthony Livestock, was charged by the Federal Government in an 13 count indictment. The indictment alleged a scheme to defraud numerous cattle feeding companies over a 5 year period. After the initial indictment and 4 superseding indictments later, Mr. P. continued to maintain his innocence. After selecting the jury and cross examining the Governments witnesses, at the close of the Governments case, the lawyers of Funk, Szachacz & Diamond fashioned an argument to dismiss the remaining Wire Fraud count. The former Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court of Kansas heard arguments and agreed with the firm that the case should be dismissed in its entirety. Mr. P. remains free of any convictions today 13 Count Indictment Federal Crimes
  • Dismissed Mr. G. was the target of a massive investigation by the Office of the Statewide Prosecution. The Government was alleging a 15 county fraud throughout Florida as a result of three devastating hurricanes. The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office assigned an Agent to work full-time to investigate Mr. G. After the firm took the unusual step of calling the Agent and the Assistant Statewide Prosecutor as witnesses in a pre-trial hearing and after demanding a speedy trial, the Government abandoned its prosecution on the morning of trial thereby completely exonerating Mr. G. 15 County Fraud Throughout Florida White Collar/ Fraud
  • Acquitted A NASA Quality Assurance Specialist working in the Space Shuttle Program, Mr. T. was charged in a unique federal indictment alleging 166-counts of Fraud Involving Space Vehicle Parts. He was first accused shortly after the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster. Facing 1,600+ years in federal prison, Mr. T. demanded his trial. Mr. T. was acquitted of all 166 crimes he was accused of by the Federal Government. 166-Counts of Fraud Involving Space Vehicle Parts Federal Crimes
  • Dismissed An astute businessman, Mr. B. was charged by the Federal Government in an 18 count indictment. The indictment was the first of its kind in the U.S. alleging a 42 million dollar fraud involving the Federal Lifeline Program, some calling it the "Obamaphone" prosecution. The indictment included charges of Conspiracy to Commit Wire Fraud, Wire Fraud, Conspiracy to Commit Money Laundering, Monetary Transactions Involving Unlawful Property, Mail Fraud and Money Laundering. The Washington D.C. based investigation culminated in the collection and production of 2.4 million documents. The U.S. District Court declared the prosecution "complex, as a matter of law." Maintaining his innocence from the day Mr. B. was referred to the firm, Mr. B. demanded a jury trial. After two superseding indictments, Mr. B. continued to maintain his innocence. After extensive pre-trial litigation, including accusations of Governmental misconduct and on the eve of trial, the Government abandoned all charges except Mail Fraud. After selecting the jury and cross examining the Governments witnesses, at the close of the Governments case, the lawyers of Funk, Szachacz & Diamond fashioned an argument to dismiss the Mail Fraud. The Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court heard arguments and agreed with the firm that the case should be dismissed in its entirety. Mr. B. successfully recovered all of his seized assets and remains free of any convictions today. 18 Count Indictment Federal Crimes
  • No Incarceration The son of a prominent doctor, Mr. M. was arrested and charged with a 1st degree felony driving crash that resulted in death. Facing 30 years in prison, the firm investigated and garnered a sentence involving no incarceration for young Mr. M. 1st Degree Felony Homicide
  • Acquitted Dubbed the "Black Widow" by the government; Ms. S. was accused of 1st degree murder for the death of her 5th husband. After the attorneys conducted 3 years of consultation with experts, 100+ depositions and investigation in 5 countries, Ms. S. requested a jury trial. She had her trial and was acquitted of 1st degree murder, walking out of the courtroom a free woman. 1st Degree Murder Homicide
  • Dismissed A prominent home builder, Mr. J. was arrested and formally charged by the Office of the State Attorney with 1st degree Organized Fraud, Felony False Statement and 2nd degree Felony Misapplication of Funds. After the firm conducted a massive 3.5 year pre-trial investigation and amid an ABC News exposé on Mr. J., the Government dismissed all counts. 1st Degree Organized Fraud, Felony False Statement and 2nd Degree Felony Misapplication of Funds. White Collar/ Fraud
  • Dismissed Mr. C. was arrested and charged with 2 counts of Willful Malicious Burning of Lands in the infamous Mothers Day fires in Palm Bay, Florida which resulted in 12,000 acres burning and over 180 homes either destroyed or damaged. Amidst national press coverage and intense media scrutiny, the lawyers of the firm immediately came to Mr. C.’s defense. After conducting its own investigation and consulting with the Office of the State Attorney, the Government dismissed all charges against Mr. C. and publicly stated that there was insufficient evidence against Mr. C. 2 Counts of Willful Malicious Burning of Lands in the Infamous Mothers Day Fires in Palm Bay, Florida Other Cases
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