Resisting Without Violence

Palm Beach Resisting Without Violence Criminal Defense Lawyer

Even when they agree that no violence was done, law enforcement still takes resisting an officer seriously. Resisting without violence is akin to obstruction of justice and may be charged in any number of situations where officers feel that you are interfering with their lawful duties. Because this is so vague, officers have wide latitude in determining what they consider an offense, even though it is a first-degree misdemeanor carrying up to a year in potential jail time. Arrests under this law are often based on little or no cause, and simply result from a police officer “proving his dominance.” Those charged should get help from a Fort Lauderdale resisting without violence criminal defense attorney to ensure that their legal rights are not violated.

If you were charged with resisting an officer without violence, don’t wait before speaking with an experienced South Florida resisting without violence criminal defense attorney. Contact the Miami law firm of Menachem M. Mayberg, P.A., for a free, confidential consultation. You can reach us seven days a week and 24 hours a day through our Web site or call us at (305) 695-8750.

For further reading, see Florida Statute 843.02 Resisting officer without violence to his or her person.