Assault & Battery Attorney

Assault & Battery cases can range from simple bar fights, confrontations, and domestic disputes to malicious woundings with a deadly weapon. Assault & Battery in the Commonwealth of Virginia is prohibited by Virginia Code Sections 18.2-57 and 18.2-57.2. If you have been arrested for Assault & Battery, then you need a skilled, experienced Virginia Criminal Defense Attorney. Assault & Battery can be prosecuted as either a Class 6 Felony or a Class 1 Misdemeanor, and may carry a mandatory term of incarceration under certain circumstances if convicted. Class 6 Felonies carry a 5 year maximum term of incarceration and Class 1 Misdemeanors carry a 12 month maximum term of incarceration, both carry a maximum fine of $2500. Contact Us today for a free initial consultation.

We can help you understand the charge you are facing and the possible defenses of your case, which may include self-defense, mutual combat or lack of intent to name a few. We examine the facts and circumstances surrounding your arrest, as well as the evidence the prosecution will attempt to use against you at trial.

Prosecutors do not take assault & battery lightly, and will do everything in their power to ensure a person who commits either an assault or a battery is brought to justice. Therefore, in some cases, the best option may be to plea bargain your case with the prosecutor depending on the strength of the Commonwealth's case and the unique circumstances of the needs of the client. This can only be realistically accomplished with the assistance of an accomplished Criminal Defense Lawyer. Do not give up hope and protect your rights by contacting us today!