Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

Re: False domestic violence?

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Pursuant to Florida Statute 741.30 (e) This cause of action for an injunction may be sought by family or household members. No person shall be precluded from seeking injunctive relief pursuant to this chapter solely on the basis that such person is not a spouse.

The courts allow a complaint to be filed by a spouse, signigicant other, boyfriend, girlfriend or virtually anyone who has a legitimate fear of violence.

Scott R. Jay, Esq., 305-249-8000