The Law Offices of Don Pumphrey, Jr.

Battery

Any time you actually and intentionally touch or strike another person against his/her will or intentionally cause bodily harm to another person, you may have committed a battery under Florida law.

What You Need to Know:
• Simple battery is a first-degree misdemeanor which means it is punishable by up to one year in jail and up to $1,000 in fines.
• Felony battery is charged when the unwanted touching caused great bodily harm, permanent disability or disfigurement. It is punishable by a maximum of five years in prison and up to $5,000 in fines.
• Aggravated battery is when the damage is inflicted intentionally, or even just knowingly; or with a deadly weapon. It is a second-degree felony punishable by up to 15 years in prison and $10,000 in fines.