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Assault and Battery Lawyer in San Antonio, TX

Criminal Charges for Assault and Battery

Assault and battery are two of the most common charges in the nation. The charges vary greatly depending on the specific circumstances of the crime and may be anything from a misdemeanor to a first degree felony. The main factor considered when evaluating the severity of the charges is how much damage the victim suffered. Other important factors include how active the other party was in the dispute, if you have a previous assault charge on your record and if weapons were used. If you have any questions about the potential consequences you are facing, speak with your San Antonio assault and battery attorney.

Many people consider assault to be the act of physically harming someone, but in the legal definition, assault is the mere threat of violence. People have been charged with simple assault for merely arguing with someone or sticking their fingers into another person's chest. Whatever the specifics of your charge, it is best to speak with a San Antonio criminal attorney.

There are many different levels of assault charges. Simple assault is usually a misdemeanor, but if the victim was a family member, public servant, security guard or emergency services worker, it may become a third-degree felony. If you caused a serious injury or used a weapon in the assault, you can be charged with aggravated assault or assault with a weapon -both second-degree felonies. In certain circumstances, this crime even becomes a first-degree felony punishable with up to a life sentence in prison.

Witnesses in these cases are often friends of the people involved, making them unreliable at best. A criminal attorney will always aggressively attack unfair charges filed in situations where both parties were equally involved in the conflict.

Contact a Skilled Assault & Battery Attorney

If you have been accused of assault and battery, contact a skilled criminal lawyer from The Law Offices of Sifuentes and Locke. We offer free initial consultations and case evaluations, so contact us today to schedule your appointment.