Assault and Battery Crimes

If one person threatens another in a physically intimidating manner, it is assault. While most people believe there needs to be physical contact, this is a common misconception. A mere threat without any actual violence can result in your being charged with assault. If you did make contact with the other person and harmed them in any way, then you could be charged with the additional crime of battery. If you have been accused of either crime it is important to realize that there are a number of defense options available to your Miami criminal attorney and you should never plead guilty before speaking with a legal representative.

Most assault and battery charges are not the fault of just one person, but the result of a mutual conflict turned ugly. In many cases, the choice of who was victimized and who was the assailant is completely arbitrary and based on who was injured more or one person’s friends sticking together to blame the other person. If this is the case, your Miami criminal lawyer will work hard to show that you were not the only one responsible for the fight and should not be punished for something you did not instigate. When the main witnesses against you are friends on the alleged victim, we will show that they may be bending the truth in order to help out their buddy.

Our Miami Criminal Attorney Can Help Reduce Your Sentence

If it seems unlikely that we will be able to have the charges dropped or to prove your innocence, your Miami criminal attorney may work to negotiate a plea bargain that will reduce your sentence drastically. In many cases, we may get the sentence suspended all together if you agree to voluntarily enter into an anger management class or substance abuse program.

A conviction for these crimes could leave you serving time in prison, losing your license, serving community service and paying massive fines. Don’t give up without a fight; call The Law Office of Richard A. Stern today and schedule your consultation with a top Miami criminal lawyer.

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