Broward County Manslaughter Defense Attorney

Manslaughter Defense Lawyer in Ft. Lauderdale

Manslaughter charges are used when an individual died due to the actions of another person, and the actions causing the death were not planned, was accidental and the incident did not include any malice aforethought.  Incidents that can result in manslaughter charges can include car accidents, altercations or just being in the wrong place at the wrong time.  If you or a loved one has been charged with manslaughter, this is a very serious legal matter, and it is crucial that you contact a Broward County manslaughter attorney without delay.

From the moment of the arrest, it is critical that you have a skilled criminal defense attorney advising you.  At Hager & Schwartz, P.A., the legal team is prepared to fight for your defense.  In any manslaughter charge, or if you are under investigation for this serious offense, it is vital that you do not answer questions from law enforcement or investigators without legal counsel to protect you. 

Manslaughter Charges in Broward County?

If you or a loved one has been charged with manslaughter, it is critical that you have extremely experienced legal counsel.  At Hager & Schwartz, the legal team is seasoned and has exceptional courtroom skill.  These qualities are vital when you are facing serious criminal charges, as in some cases you will end up in the courtroom and a jury will be deciding your fate.  The presentation of the case on your behalf is an extremely important factor for you.

There are two types of manslaughter charges, each with different possible penalties, if convicted:

Voluntary Manslaughter:  This is the charge when the incident occurs in the “heat of passion”.  In many cases these incidents are provoked or may have been instigated by the victim.

Involuntary Manslaughter:  This is usually the charge when the incident is unintentional.  This may also be the charge if a homicide occurs during the commission of a misdemeanor offense when the actions taken during the misdemeanor were likely to have caused the At Hager & Schwartz, a criminal defense lawyer would like to review your case immediately.  An initial consultation is offered at no cost.

Contact a Broward County Manslaughter Defense Attorney from Hager & Schwartz, P.A. to relentlessly fight for your defense.