Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

Why charged with battery?

My ex was charged with battery in state of Fl. However, he never hit me and put no marks on my body. He only restrained me which is what I wrote in the police report. Why was he charged with battery then


Asked on 9/17/08, 2:35 am

3 Answers from Attorneys
Robert Thompson The Law Office of Robert C. Thompson, Jr., P.A.

Re: Why charged with battery?

Any unconsented to touching constitutes a battery in Florida.

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Answered on 9/17/08, 9:41 am
Eric C. Padron Eric C. Padron, P.A.

Re: Why charged with battery?

In Florida any unlawful touching is considered a battery. Good luck.

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Answered on 9/17/08, 11:42 am
Lewis Dunton Dunton Matthey, LLC

Re: Why charged with battery?

The mere touching of another against their will (regardless of injury) is sufficient to amount to �battery� under Florida law.

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Answered on 9/17/08, 2:37 pm


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