 When it comes to domestic violence charges, there's obviously a lot of stigma that comes with that, and there are different levels of crime when it comes to domestic violence. However, everyone's main concern after an arrest for domestic violence tends to be, am I going to lose my job? Now, there's nothing specifically different about being arrested for domestic violence than there is any other crime, and since Florida is an at-will employer-type state, it could be grounds that your employer wants to terminate you. So what you want to do is call an attorney right away, come up with a game plan, talk through what's going on, and try to get these charges dismissed or reduce the best you can in order to give yourself a fighting chance. Calling someone who's familiar with the process, familiar with domestic violence charges, getting them on board right away at the beginning of the case is your best chance at trying to keep your job and keep your life moving forward. Carlson Meisner, Hardin-Haslet, protecting your rights since 1971.