ASSAULT / AGGRAVATED ASSAULT

Experienced Defense Against Assualt Charges

If you have been arrested for Assault or Aggravated Assault (with or without a deadly weapon) in St. Johns, Flagler or Putnam counties, you likely have many questions about what will happen next and the possible consequences if you are convicted. Depending upon the specific facts of your case and your criminal history, the State Attorney may file misdemeanor or felony charges against you in court.

(Simple) Assault is defined by Florida law as “an intentional, unlawful threat by word or act to do violence to the person of another, coupled with an apparent ability to do so, and doing some act which creates a well-founded fear in such other person that such violence is imminent. (Simple) Assault is a second-degree misdemeanor, which is punishable by up to 60 days in jail.

(Aggravated) Assault is an assault with (a) a deadly weapon without intent to kill; or (b) with an intent to commit a felony. (Aggravated) Assault is a third-degree felony, which is punishable by up to five years in state prison.

St. Augustine Criminal Defense Lawyer

At Albaugh Law, we take protecting your rights seriously and employ a comprehensive approach to defending you against Assault charges. We immediately start a thorough investigation into the facts and circumstances of your arrest. By obtaining copies of the documentary evidence, (such as the Police Reports, Charging Affidavit, Transcripts of 911 calls, and Witness Affidavit(s), to name a few) we can review the conduct of the alleged victim, discuss with you those facts that may be missing, inaccurate or falsely recorded in the reports, and start to formulate a defense strategy. We will then use this strategy during negotiations with the prosecutor or ultimately while arguing your case to a jury.

If you or a loved one is facing Assault charges, contact the Albaugh Law Firm today for your free initial consultation.

 

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