Assault & Battery

At NextStep Law Firm, we understand the serious consequences that come with an assault or battery charge. Whether you’re facing a misdemeanor or felony offense, your reputation, freedom, and future are on the line. Our experienced criminal defense attorneys are here to provide you with strategic, aggressive legal representation tailored to your specific case.

Understanding Assault and Battery Charges

Assault and battery are often charged together but are legally distinct:

• Assault is the threat or attempt to inflict physical harm, creating a reasonable fear in the victim.
• Battery involves actual physical contact or harm, intentional and without consent.

Depending on the circumstances, these charges can range from simple misdemeanors to aggravated felonies involving weapons, serious injuries, or vulnerable victims.

Types of Assault and Battery Cases We Defend

• Simple Assault
• Aggravated Assault
• Domestic Violence
• Assault with a Deadly Weapon
• Sexual Battery
• Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer
• Self-Defense and Mutual Combat Cases

What’s at Stake

A conviction for assault or battery can lead to:

• Jail or prison time
• Heavy fines and court fees
• Probation
• Permanent criminal record
• Loss of professional licenses or employment
• Immigration consequences for non-citizens

Our Defense Strategy

At NextStep Law Firm, we don’t offer cookie-cutter defenses. We take the time to understand your side of the story and craft a defense that fits the facts. Potential defense strategies may include:

• Self-defense or defense of others
• Lack of intent
• False accusations or mistaken identity
• Insufficient evidence
• Violation of your constitutional rights

Why Choose NextStep Law Firm?

• Experienced Trial Attorneys with a track record of dismissed charges, reduced sentences, and acquittals.
• Personalized Legal Strategy tailored to the details of your case.
• Proactive Investigation and Negotiation with prosecutors before charges escalate.
• Transparent Communication so you’re never left in the dark about your options.

Take the Next Step—Start Your Defense Now

If you or a loved one has been charged with assault or battery, don’t wait. Early legal intervention can make a critical difference in the outcome of your case.

📞 Call NextStep Law Firm today to schedule a confidential consultation and begin building your defense with a team you can trust.