Rush & Frisco Law

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In Florida, it doesn’t take much:
• A raised hand can be considered assault
• Physical contact—even minor—can be charged as battery

What feels like a quick moment can be treated as a legal issue with serious consequences.

If a situation escalates, understanding how these charges work early on can make a difference.

👉 Learn more about assault and battery charges in Gainesville on our website: https://rushandfriscolaw.com/mistakes-that-escalate-fast/

In Florida, eligibility to seal or expunge a criminal record is limited.

In most cases, a person may only seal or expunge one arrest record in one proceeding under Sections 943.059 and 943.0585, Florida Statutes. Applicants must also certify that they have not previously sealed or expunged another record in Florida.

There are limited situations where multiple arrests may be included in the same proceeding, but only if the court determines they are directly related.

In addition, a person generally cannot seal or expunge one record and later request relief for a different arrest in a separate proceeding.

Because the rules can be complex and depend on the specific circumstances, it is important to review eligibility carefully before beginning the process.

Learn more about your options: https://rushandfriscolaw.com/practice-areas/record-sealing-expungement-attorney-gainesville-fl/