by Robert Erickson | Aug 27, 2026 | Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Defense
The charge on the paperwork says first-degree misdemeanor. Up to a year in jail, a thousand dollar fine. Someone tells you it’s the lowest level of criminal charge Florida has, and technically that’s true. What nobody explains at the podium is that the...
by Robert Erickson | Aug 3, 2026 | Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Defense
Here’s something most people never see coming. After a domestic violence arrest in Miami, a judge usually issues a no-contact order at first appearance — often within 24 hours — before the accused has even talked to a lawyer. Suddenly you can’t go home....
by Robert Erickson | Jul 9, 2026 | Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Defense
Here’s a scene that plays out constantly. A couple gets into a heated argument, someone calls the police, and one partner ends up arrested. A few days later, tempers have cooled. The person who made the call wants to “drop the charges” — and then...
by Robert Erickson | Jul 16, 2025 | Domestic Violence Defense
False allegations of domestic violence can turn your life upside down in an instant. Whether motivated by anger, revenge, or an attempt to gain leverage in divorce or custody proceedings, false claims are alarmingly common. Unfortunately, the legal system often errs...
by Robert Erickson | May 21, 2025 | Domestic Violence Defense
A domestic violence arrest in Florida sets off a chain of events that can happen quickly and feel overwhelming. Many people assume that if the alleged victim doesn’t want to press charges, the case will just go away—but that’s not how it works. Understanding what to...
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