How Costly Is a Domestic Violence Arrest Really?
Video Transcript
A domestic violence arrest can realistically cost $5,000–$25,000+ in Florida once you include bond/bail, attorney fees, missed work, and required programs. Costs rise fast with no-contact orders, relocation, child issues, and repeated court dates. This article explains the main cost drivers and how misused allegations can multiply expenses.
Ray Hrdlicka – Host – Attorneys.Media
“You know, you’ve got an arrest, you’ve got bail, you’ve got an attorney, a significant amount of fund expenditure because of that situation. And somebody called.”
Regina Tsombanakis– Domestic Violence Attorney – Fort Lauderdale, FL
“Oh yeah, it costs some people a lot. And, I mean, look, it’s, unfortunately, these laws are misused. And a lot of times, women, or even men, they call the police because they’re in a fight with someone they want to get. You know, they use our criminal justice system as a way for their own personal revenge, and their social lives. And those cases we’re able to fight, and usually are… just preposterous. But at the time that the officer is faced with that, he doesn’t know what to do. So, he arrests them.”
Ray Hrdlicka – Host – Attorneys.Media
“Right.”
Regina Tsombanakis– Domestic Violence Attorney – Fort Lauderdale, FL
“Well, that’s used by a lot of people, and it diminishes the actual victims.”