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Assault & Battery
Assault, and its related crime battery, include many different crimes.
Assault is any at or action that puts another person in reasonable fear of harm. Battery is intentionally striking another person. Simple assault and battery are in a class of crimes known as misdemeanors.
There are instances, however, where types of assault and battery can be raised to felonies. Making criminal threats, for example, can be a type of assault that is a felony charge. Domestic Violence statutes also allow for some types of battery to become a felony.
Regardless of the seriousness of the offense or the type of charge, facing charges in Court is not a matter to be taken lightly. These offense always carry the possibility of jail time. They also often require anger management programs or other counseling courses. These programs can cost thousands of dollars and take precious time.
Conviction on one of these types of charges will also place a stigma on the accused. Society will view the person convicted of assault or battery has violent and out of control. There is a social punishment attached to such a conviction that can often be worse than what the court enforce.
To fight these types of charges, you need a tough, smart and aggressive lawyer. You need a attorney who will fight the prosecution at every turn and not just give in at the first offer to settle.
The Piper Law Firm has represent a great number of clients who have faced assault or battery charges. From the simple assault to assault with a deadly weapon. From the slightest offensive touch to multiple counts of domestic spousal abuse, The Piper Law Firm will handle your matter in professional and dedicated way.
If you are under investigation, under arrest or have a court date for an assault or battery, call The Piper Law Firm now. See what we can do to help you avoid going to jail. Not calling is not worth the risk to your future. Contact us today.