Florida Criminal Attorney Blog
Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Dante Fowler was arrested on charges of simple battery and criminal mischief Tuesday night.
Police say Fowler was driving in the Trellis at the Lakes apartment complex Tuesday night when a man walking nearby criticized his driving.
Fowler allegedly got out of his car, exchanged words with the man before hitting him, investigators said. Police claim the hit knocked off the man’s glasses, and Fowler stepped on them. He also allegedly grabbed the man’s grocery bag and threw it into a nearby lake.
The victim did not suffer any injuries.
Fowler was arrested and booked into the Pinellas County Jail.
Fowler is scheduled to report to training camp next week.
While both of these charges are misdemeanors, they still need to be dealt with accordingly. A conviction could result in jail time and fines. Our St. Petersburg Criminal Defense Lawyers at Whittel & Melton are committed to the aggressive defense of our clients when they are facing battery charges. If possible, we will fight for a dismissal of the charges. We pursue every legal defense possible to mitigate the potential penalties, so that you can move on from this unfortunate situation as unscathed as possible.
If you find yourself facing a simple battery charge, call us today at 727-823-0000 or contact us online. We can help you plan your defense and explore your legal options to reduce the consequences of a simple battery charge.Your initial consultation is completely free, so call us today!