If you have been charged with domestic violence in or the surrounding areas, contact Funk, Szachacz & Diamond for hard-hitting representation. As the media increases domestic violence awareness, law enforcement officers and courts work to put all offenders behind bars. Due to the serious nature of your charge, we advise you to take immediate action. These offenses are taken very seriously and penalized harshly. Do not sit back and wait for your charges to blow over. Be proactive in order to safeguard your future. We understand the severity of your charges and are dedicated to offering you the best defense possible. Through thorough investigation, tireless research, and in-depth trial preparation – we are never caught off guard. We will anticipate the prosecution’s case against you and build a formidable defense accordingly.
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Kepler Funk
Attorney
As a criminal attorney in Melbourne Florida, Kepler B. Funk is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of Florida, the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida, the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida, the United States Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit and the United States Supreme Court. He has appeared pro hac vice in other jurisdictions including Pennsylvania, West Virginia, New Jersey, Texas and Kansas.
Mr. Funk is a Florida Board Certified Criminal Trial Attorney. Further, he was selected to serve, as one of only nine Florida attorneys, on the Florida Bar's Board Certification Committee for Criminal Trial Law. Further, he served as Vice-Chair of that committee. Mr. Funk is a LIFE Member of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys and previously sat on its Board of Directors. Additionally, he is a member of the International Criminal Defense Attorney Association, International Criminal Bar and is on the list of approved defense counsel to appear in the International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands and in the Extraordinary Chambers for the Courts of Cambodia. He is a member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the American Association for Justice, the American Bar Association and is a former member of the Vassar B. Carlton American Inn of Court and Board of Directors Member of the Children's Home Society.
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Keith Szachacz
Attorney
Keith Szachacz graduated Cum Laude from Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Economics. Mr. Szachacz served as a Judge on the Student Hearing Board and was a member of the Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society. He received his law degree from the University of Florida College of Law in 1992. As a criminal attorney in Melbourne Florida, Mr. Szachacz is a member of the Brevard County Bar Association, The Florida Bar, American Association for Justice, American Bar Association, Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, U.S. District Court- Middle District of Florida, U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit and the United States Supreme Court.
Mr. Szachacz and the firm represented Colleen Shipman, the victim of an attack by former astronaut Lisa Nowak. The firm protected Ms. Shipman’s interests during the State of Florida’s prosecution of Lisa Nowak. In addition, ABC’s 20/20 Primetime News Program, with anchor Chris Cuomo, featured a one hour story about Colleen Shipman under the supervision of the firm.
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Alan Diamond
Attorney
Alan Diamond Melbourne FL defense attorney has been the attorney of record in over 11,000 criminal cases. Mr. Diamond graduated from the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, with a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Studies. He received his law degree in 1992 from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill College of Law.
During his career as a criminal attorney in Melbourne Florida, Mr. Diamond has handled numerous cases in both State and Federal Court. Specifically, Mr. Diamond successfully defended a NASA Space Shuttle quality assurance specialist who was indicted for 166 counts of fraud involving the Space Shuttle in Federal Court. Alan Diamond has also successfully represented victims of felonies as well as those people seeking injunctions for protection. In addition, he has tried cases of all types, from misdemeanors to homicides in both State and Federal Court. He has significant jury trial experience representing those accused of a myriad of crimes including; rape, DUI, murder, burglary, drug trafficking, sex crimes, computer crimes and others.
Our Most Notable Cases
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6 felony counts of Performing Lewd Acts Upon a Minor
Dismissed
A tennis pro, Mr. D. was arrested and accused of 6 felony counts of Performing Lewd Acts Upon a Minor. After nearly three years of investigation by the firm, the government eventually dismissed all felonies against Mr. D.
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Two Counts of Sexual Battery and False Imprisonment.
Acquitted
Mr. B., a law school graduate, was arrested and charged by the government with two counts of Sexual Battery and False Imprisonment. Although DNA matched Mr. B. to the alleged victim, Mr. B. was acquitted of all charges after jury trial.
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Trafficking, Conspiracy to Traffic
Dismissed
Mr. M. was arrested and charged with Trafficking in Oxycodone, Conspiracy to Traffic in Oxycodone and Acquiring a Controlled Substance by Fraud. After a year-long investigation by the attorneys, the Government dismissed all felonies and Mr. M. was not convicted of any crime.
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Double Murder
Reversal of conviction and death sentence
The attorneys were asked to serve as appellate counsel for Mr. B. after he was convicted of two murders and sentenced to death. The attorneys agreed to become Mr. B’s appellate counsel. They successfully briefed and argued before the Florida Supreme Court for the unanimous 7-0 reversal of his conviction and death sentence.
Put Your Case in Capable & Competent Hands
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Our Attorneys are Certified by the Florida State Bar.
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We Value Integrity & Handle Each Case Honestly.
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Our Team is Backed by a Track Record of Success.
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Our Attorneys Will Personally Handle Your Case.
Common Penalties
Litigating domestic violence crimes is difficult. Often, these crimes fall into a gray area of the law. Incidents of alleged “domestic violence” often occur in the heat of a moment and are used as a weapon. Once a charge of domestic violence has been made, the accuser cannot withdraw the allegation. We would be proud to serve as your powerful voice in a court of law.
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Jail Time
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Expensive Fines
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Restraining Order
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Criminal Record
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Loss of Your Children
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Loss of Certain Professional Licenses
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What Is Domestic Violence?
Domestic violence includes physical abuse, psychological abuse, financial abuse and verbal threats toward family members or household members.
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I Have Been Falsely Accused. What Do I Do?
Obtain the accuser’s complaint sworn against you and prepare for the evidentiary hearing. We'll present evidence, witnesses and testimony.
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Can My Charges Be Dismissed?
Hiring an aggressive criminal defense attorney from our law firm will greatly increase your chances of securing a case dismissal.
We Have The Answers You Need
Frequently Asked Questions
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What Happens If I Violate A Restraining Order?
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If a protective order has been filed against you as a result of a domestic violence accusation, you must remain a certain distance from the accuser. If you violate the restraining order, you will be arrested and taken into police custody. If you would like changes to be made to your restraining order, you must speak with the judge who originally issued the protective order.
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Are There Alternatives to Serving Time in Prison or Jail?
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While alternatives to incarceration are available, retaining legal assistance as early on as possible will decrease your chances of being sentenced with prison or jail time in the first place.
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Can I Be Charged If No Physical Contact Was Made?
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Any threat directed to another party that makes him or her feel as if they are in danger of physical harm may result in a domestic violence charge. This includes stalking and harassment.
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Possible Case Outcomes
Charges Reduced
There may be a chance that you can get your charges reduced to a misdemeanor, depending upon circumstances with what exactly happened.
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Possible Case Outcomes
Suppressed Evidence
In some instances, it can be proven that some type of violation occurred during the process of investigation, which could lead to evidence being thrown out of court.
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Possible Case Outcomes
Charges Dismissed
We work tirelessly to secure the best possible outcome, including getting your criminal charges completely dismissed, acquitted, or dropped.
Increase Your Chances of a Better Outcome
We Know the Law. We Can Protect Your Rights.
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