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child abuse and neglect allegations

child abuse and neglect allegations

Why, should a parent or any adult in a household with children worry about the possibility of facing child abuse charges? Generally, the public believes that anyone accused of abusing a child has a problem with alcohol, drugs, or both. As a recent case shows, a can just as easily be accused of child abuse.

William Hanlon is a Tampa criminal lawyer who will make sure you get a chance to tell your side of the story when you face allegations of physical and verbal child abuse.

Tampa, Florida Child Abuse Lawyers

Parents have the right to discipline their children. So, where do you draw the line between what a parent is allowed to do and child abuse? The state's laws concerning child abuse are broad and leave a lot of room for interpretation. Child abuse charges often stem from one person's perception of events, but that does not mean that child abuse actually occurred. We can help you come up with a defense that explains your actions and protects your rights.

People often have their own motivations when they file child abuse charges. Don't let the vagueness of the law keep you from speaking the truth. If child abuse allegations are being used as a tool to influence a child custody determination, we will make sure your rights are protected and you get a chance to tell your side of the story. We protect the accused with years of experience and knowledge of Florida child abuse laws.

What Florida Courts Consider Child Abuse?

How the Tampa prosecutor decides to charge a suspect in a child abuse case depends on a few factors.

a misdemeanor or felony child abuse charge:
  • § Whether the abuse was physical or emotional
  • § The extent of the abuse
  • § The age of the child

Sex crimes and molestation

If you face child abuse charges in Florida, chances are you face an injunction or restraining order as well. If so, you want to speak to an experienced attorney before you take any actions that might violate your injunction or restraining order.

Child abuse charges, including domestic violence and sexual assault, are incredibly serious. A conviction could haunt you for the rest of your life. At The Florida Defense Group in Tampa, we will make sure that you get a chance to tell your side of the story.

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