Florida law provides for harsh penalties or punishments for anyone convicted of Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer (often called "BATT LEO" or "Battery on a LEO") The public policy behind such a law is that certain professionals perform their duties in circumstances that make them particularly vulnerable to an attack.
For individuals such as Law Enforcement Officers who are performing their duties when a battery occurs, the penalties and punishments are enhanced under Florida Law. Defenses often center around the fact that the law enforcement officer exceeded his authority by making an illegal arrest or used excessive force under the circumstance.
If you were arrested for battery on a Law Enforcement Officer under Florida Statute § 784.07(2)(b), then contact an experienced criminal defense attorney.
Dean Galigani aggressively represents his clients while helping his clients fight for the best possible result. Call to discuss your case for battery, felony battery, aggravated battery or battery on a Law Enforcement Officer in Gainesville, Alachua County, Starke in Bradford County, Lake Butler in Union County, Macclenny in Baker County, Ocala in Marion County, Trenton in Gilchrist County, Lake City in Columbia County, Florida
Under Florida Statute § 784.07(2)(b), Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer requires proof beyond all reasonable doubt of the following elements:
This felony version of battery also applies to other qualified professionals including:
The misdemeanor version of battery is a lesser included offense. Other felony related offenses include the following:
For more information, read the standard jury instructions for Battery on a LEO.
Dean Galigani aggressively represents his clients who are charged with serious violent crimes such as battery on a Law Enforcement Officer under Florida Statute § 784.07(2)(b). Call (352) 375-0812 to discuss your case for battery,aggravated battery or battery on a LEO with Dean Galigani for any case in Gainesville, Alachua County, Trenton in Gilchrist County, Ocala in Marion County, Lake Butler in Union County, Macclenny in Baker County, Starke in Bradford County, Lake City in Columbia County, Florida