The Law Offices of Eric M. Matheny, P.A. Achieves Dismissals for Five Domestic Violence Cases

MIAMI - Nov. 4, 2014 - PRLog -- Due to outstanding defense counsel provided by The Law Offices of Eric M. Matheny, PA, the firm was able to get the charges dismissed in its last five domestic violence cases.

Although each case had its difficulties, the defense firm used smart and relentless representation to secure case dismissals from the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office. In several of the cases, the prosecution persisted in moving forward with weak charges, hoping the defendants would plead guilty. However, The Law Offices of Eric M. Matheny, PA called the prosecution’s bluff and demanded that trial dates be set, which caused the state to eventually give up and dismiss the charges. In another case, the client’s charges were dismissed before trial after the firm succeeded in getting evidence excluded that would have been very favorable to the prosecution.

Getting domestic violence charges dropped is very difficult, which is why it is necessary to hire an experienced and effective criminal defense attorney. In Florida, conviction could result in at least a year of probation and mandatory completion of a batterers’ intervention program.  Jail time and potential fines are also common, along with familial and relational consequences.  What’s more, a guilty plea for domestic violence charges means the crime cannot be sealed or kept from public eyes.

It is also important to note that an individual can be charged with domestic violence even if the alleged victim does not wish to press charges.  Miami-Dade and Broward County prosecutors are accustomed to pushing ahead with such charges to seek what they perceive is justice.

The Law Offices of Eric M. Matheny, PA knows that past case results are no guarantee of future success, but with a string of victories like these, clients can be confident that the firm knows how to handle tough charges.

The Law Offices of Eric M. Matheny, PA focuses exclusively on defending the rights of the criminally accused in South Florida. Call their Miami Lakes office if you have been arrested for a crime or fill out an online case evaluation to learn how they attorneys can fight for you. Visit the firm’s website for more information: www.ericmathenylaw.com