Aggravated Assault Defense Attorney
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I WORK HARD TO PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS.
Effective Defense from an AV Preeminent* Rated Former Prosecutor with more than 25 Years of Experience
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If you’ve been charged with aggravated assault in Florida, you’re facing serious penalties, including a felony record, prison time, and life-changing collateral penalties. These charges can arise quickly and often arise from misunderstandings, exaggerated claims, or incomplete investigations. That’s why you need an experienced and battle-tested aggravated assault defense attorney like Mike G Law on your side.
MIKE G LAW KNOWS HOW TO FIGHT AGGRAVATED ASSAULT CHARGES IN FLORIDA
With more than 25 years of experience, including years as a prosecutor in the State Attorney’s Office, Mike G understands how the other side builds its case and how to take it apart. His approach is built with personalized, aggressive defense and strategic advocacy.
If you’ve been accused of aggravated assault or assault with a deadly weapon, don’t face the complexities of Florida’s legal system by yourself. From the moment you’re accused, the prosecution is building its case. Let Mike G start building yours.
Tampa criminal defense attorney Mike G Law has defended clients against violent felony charges in courtrooms across the Tampa Bay area:
HIRING TAMPA CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY MIKE G LAW COULD MAKE OR BREAK YOUR AGGRAVATED ASSAULT DEFENSE
An aggravated assault charge is a third-degree felony that can follow you for life. Prosecutors in Florida treat violent crime cases with urgency, especially if a deadly weapon, a law enforcement officer, or prior criminal history is involved. Without experienced legal counsel, you may face harsh penalties that include prison, probation, and permanent damage to your reputation, career, and civil rights.
Mike G is an experienced Tampa defense attorney who fights to protect your legal rights and aims to secure a favorable outcome, whether that means reduced charges, case dismissal, or a not guilty verdict.
How Mike G Can Help:
- Analyze the Details of Your Arrest: Mike G will review body cam footage, police reports, and witness statements to identify weaknesses in the case.
- Challenge the Prosecution’s Evidence: Many aggravated assault cases depend on proving intent and “reasonable fear.” Mike G knows how to push back against vague claims and inconsistencies.
- Negotiate with Prosecutors: As a former prosecutor, Mike G understands leverage. He uses that insight to advocate for reduced charges or diversion programs when appropriate.
- Aggressively Represent You in Court: If your case goes to trial, Mike G is a seasoned lawyer who knows how to challenge the narrative, cross-examine witnesses, and fight for your best interests.
Hiring Mike G Law could mean the difference between walking away with your freedom or living with a felony conviction.
Get the help you need today. Call or Text Mike G now on his cell at 813-468-3081 or request a free consultation online.
UNDERSTANDING AGGRAVATED ASSAULT UNDER FLORIDA LAW
Aggravated assault is considered a serious violent crime under Florida law. It occurs when a person threatens to commit violence against another while possessing a deadly weapon or intending to commit a felony, even if no physical contact occurs.
Under §784.021, Florida classifies aggravated assault as a third-degree felony, punishable by prison time, probation, fines, and collateral consequences like losing your right to own firearms or jeopardizing a professional license.
If you are facing aggravated assault charges anywhere in the Tampa Bay area, the law firm of Mike G Law is ready to defend you.
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ASSAULT VS. BATTERY?
In Florida’s criminal justice system, many people mistakenly use “assault” and “battery” interchangeably, but they are two distinct offenses. Battery involves actual, intentional bodily harm or physical contact. Unlike a battery charge, aggravated assault does not require physical contact, but it must involve the apparent ability to carry out the threat and create reasonable fear of imminent harm.
While aggravated assault may sound less serious than actual violence, prosecutors often pursue it aggressively, especially if a law enforcement officer or domestic partner is involved.
MIKE G HAS EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE DEFENDING ALL TYPES OF ASSAULT CHARGES
As a trusted criminal defense attorney in Tampa, Mike G handles a wide range of violent criminal charges, including:
Simple Assault
Often misunderstood, this charge stems from a verbal threat that creates fear, even if no contact occurs, but can escalate based on context. It is a second-degree misdemeanor that involves intentionally threatening violence, having the apparent ability to carry it out, and causing the other person to fear immediate harm.
Aggravated Assault or Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Aggravated Assault is more serious, usually involving a deadly weapon (like a firearm, knife, or even a vehicle) or occurring in connection with another felony. It is a third-degree felony.
Domestic Assault
When the alleged victim is a spouse, family member, or household member, courts may impose harsher penalties, including no-contact orders and mandatory counseling.
Mike G will examine witness statements, police reports, and other evidence to uncover any discrepancies or weaknesses in the prosecution’s case.
PENALTIES FOR AGGRAVATED ASSAULT IN FLORIDA
Aggravated assault is a felony-level offense. If convicted, you could face severe penalties that include:
- Up to 5 years in prison
- Up to 5 years probation
- Fines up to $5,000
- A permanent felony record
- Loss of civil liberties, including firearm ownership
- Disqualification from many jobs, housing, or education opportunities
- Immigration or travel restrictions (for non-citizens)
Aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer, EMS worker, or public servant carries enhanced penalties.
If a firearm is used, the offense may fall under Florida’s “10-20-Life” statute (Fla. Stat. § 775.087), which imposes minimum mandatory sentences:
- 10 years if a firearm is possessed during the crime
- 20 years if the firearm is discharged
- 25 years to life if the discharge causes serious bodily injury or death
The stakes are too high to face Florida’s complex legal system alone. Mike G provides experienced, strategic defense aimed at protecting your rights.
COMMON DEFENSE STRATEGIES FOR AGGRAVATED ASSAULT CHARGES
Every criminal case is unique. Mike G will conduct a thorough case evaluation to determine the most effective criminal defense strategy based on the facts and applicable law.
Defenses may include:
- Lack of intent: You had no actual intention of threatening or harming anyone
- False accusations: Often seen in domestic cases or emotionally charged situations
- Unlawful police conduct: Evidence obtained illegally may be suppressed
- Weapon not deadly under law: Not every object qualifies legally as a deadly weapon
- No reasonable fear: If the alleged victim did not genuinely feel threatened
- Self-defense or defense of others: You acted to protect yourself from imminent harm
- Stand Your Ground: Florida’s self-defense laws may justify your actions
These defenses may result in reduced charges, eligibility for diversion programs, or a complete dismissal.
WHY YOU NEED MIKE G AS YOUR AGGRAVATED ASSAULT DEFENSE ATTORNEY
With over two decades of experience in criminal law, including time spent in the State Attorney’s Office, Mike G understands how prosecutors think and how to challenge their tactics effectively. His background as a trial lawyer gives him an edge in both pre-trial negotiations and courtroom litigation.
From your first free consultation through every step of your case, you’ll work directly with Mike G as an experienced Tampa defense attorney known for upholding the highest ethical standards, fighting for his clients’ rights, and advocating for the best possible outcome.
Hiring Mike G Law may be the single most important step you take to protect your freedom and your future.
Schedule a Confidential, Free Consultation for Your Aggravated Assault Case
If you’re facing criminal charges for aggravated assault in Hillsborough, Pasco, or Pinellas County, or anywhere in the Tampa Bay area, don’t wait. You need a seasoned criminal defense attorney who understands the stakes and knows how to fight for the best defense possible.
Mike G Law is here to provide legal help and a confidential consultation when you need it most.
Schedule a free, confidential case evaluation today.
New clients: Call or Text Mike G at 813-468-3081!
Let Mike G Help Protect Your Rights
The decisions you make after you have been arrested can determine the outcome of your case — and possibly your life. Call Mike G Law at 813-221-4303, or contact me online.
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Mike G. is a great attorney. Very professional, very punctual, easy to talk to. Thanks to him my case was dismissed charges dropped.
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