Assault & Battery Attorney in Los Angeles

Assault & Battery Charges

Anytime you are facing criminal charges, the uncertainty, intimidation and embarrassment can be an overwhelming combination of emotions. Assault & battery charges can be especially difficult to handle as these cases often involve two very different versions of events. The penalties for assault & battery can vary depending on the circumstances of your case. You may be facing either a misdemeanor or felony with penalties ranging from fines and community service up to a lengthy prison sentence and fines in the range of $10,000. To ensure that your rights and future are vigorously protected, it is crucial that you contact a determined Los Angeles criminal defense lawyer from our firm as soon as you can. You need a skilled and knowledgeable attorney by your side as quickly as possible to ensure that you are protected.

Assault and battery are actually two separate charges. Assault is defined as an attempt to inflict harm or injury to another person. You do not have to make actual physical contact in order for an assault charge to be filed for example if you try to kick someone but miss; it is still considered an assault. Battery is the use of force on another person. Assault charges combined with a battery charge are common when there has been both an attempt to harm as well as physical contact. These cases can be confusing. The Law Office of Loren Merlin is very well-versed in these matters and may be able to help you understand your options. Our firm passionately believes in your constitutional rights and we will steadfastly fight for those rights.

Defending Against Assault & Battery Charges in Los Angeles

When you have been charged with a crime it is important to remember that you do not have to go through this alone. Our compassionate firm is devoted to seeing our clients through the worst periods of their lives. We understand what you are experiencing and we will take the time to work closely with you. There are many potential defenses in assault & battery cases including:

• The other party consented to a fight
• Self-defense
• Defense of property
• Defense of others

Our firm stands ready to protect and defend you when you are facing assault & battery charges.

Contact a Los Angeles assault & battery lawyerfrom our energetic and determined firm to provide a caring and professional defense against assault & battery charges.