Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida

Child Abuse

I would like to know the general/minimun/maximum punishments for child abuse. I know it varies with each case, but I was looking for a general punishment, so I can have an idea. For example Physical and Emotional Abuse.


Asked on 1/20/03, 3:58 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Eric Dirga Eric J. Dirga, PA

Re: Child Abuse

If it is a misdemeanor max is 1 year in jail. If it is a 3rd degree felony max is 5 years prison. If it is a 2nd degree felony max is 15 years prison.

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Answered on 1/20/03, 11:55 pm


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