Tampa Bay Battery Defense Lawyers 

Advocating for Those Accused of Violent Crimes

We defend people accused of violent crimes including but not limited to battery, assault, stalking, robbery, child abuse, and child neglect.

Defending against Domestic Battery

Battery is the unwanted touching of one person by another.  Domestic battery involves individuals defined as "family members" because they:

1. Are related by blood or marriage OR
2. Resided together currently or in the past OR
3. Have a child in common.

Even minor touching, spitting, or pushing is considered battery and, if prosecuted, could have very serious consequences, such as a steep fine or imprisonment.

Handling Cases of Accused Child Abuse

Child abuse is broadly defined as any type of cruelty inflicted upon a child, including mental abuse, physical harm, neglect, and sexual abuse or exploitation.  The specific crimes charged in instances of child abuse can also include assault and battery. 

If you have been accused of child abuse, we will analyze the evidence, advise you of your rights, and assist you in interacting with the authorities.

Aggressive Attorneys

As advocates for our clients, we aggressively attack the evidence and defend against the charges.  As former state prosecutors, we have invaluable knowledge of the practices and customs of the local court system, which we use to our clients' advantage.

Appeals

In Florida, an appeal is a complex and time-consuming matter, but it may be your LAST CHANCE for getting the outcome you want.

Unlike many other law firms, at Barnett Wolfe Rice, P.A. we have the experience, ability and desire to handle criminal and family (domestic relations) appeals.

If you think you need to appeal your case, CONTACT US immediately.  There are STRICT DEADLINES for filing an appeal, so you must act quickly.

Quality Representation You Can Trust When You Need It the Most

Call (727) 525-0200 or visit our Contact Us page for more information on how we can help you.

Our main office is conveniently located near the downtown St. Petersburg Courthouse, the Criminal Justice Center in Clearwater, and the South County Traffic Court in St. Petersburg. 

There is no fee for an initial consultation on criminal cases and the minimal fee for an initial family law consultation will be applied to your retainer.