St. Johns County, FL (November 14, 2018) – A woman was arrested on battery and possession charges in St. Johns County after she kicked a man in the groin during an argument.

The woman has been identified as 45-year-old Dawn Buondonno. At the time, Buondonno entered a home around 1 p.m. and started destroying possessions inside. A guest in the home confronted her, which is when she kicked the victim in the groin.

Buondonno requested that she could take her purse with her after she was arrested. The report said that Buondonno had Diazepam in the purse, which deputies found in their search.

She was booked on a felony drug charge as well with a bail of $5,000.

St. Johns County Battery Laws

St. Johns County, FL – Woman Arrested on Battery and Possession Charges Battery is any intentional or unconsented touching or striking by another person. Any type of violent crime against another party is taken seriously under Florida law. This means that you could be facing penalties of 1-5 years in prison and a variety of fines and more. If you have been accused of a battery crime in the Jacksonville area or any other area across Florida, you have many rights when it comes to bringing a defense.

At Musca Law, we want to help you build your case to help you provide a winning defense and protect your rights during this difficult time. Our team of attorneys want to apply their experience of the law and knowledge of state laws to help you receive the best possible outcomes for you. We understand that it can be a scary time in your life to be facing charges and we want to give you the individual attention you need in your case. Contact us today to speak with a skilled attorney at (888) 484-5057.

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