Assault Lawyers | Scottsdale Office | Serving Phoenix-Mesa, AZ
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40 N. Central Ave, Suite 2310, Phoenix, AZ 85004
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Cantor Law Group has experience helping clients with their Assault needs in Phoenix, Arizona.
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3260 N. Hayden Rd., Suite 210, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
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The Law Office of Vincent Mattioli, PLC has experience helping clients with their Assault needs in Phoenix, Arizona.
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7231 East Princess Blvd., Suite 201, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Contact Grand Canyon Defense in Phoenix, Arizona for experienced legal assistance in Assault.
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301 West Warner Road, Suite 133, Tempe, AZ 85284
In Phoenix, Arizona, Law Offices of Craig W. Penrod, P.C., a local practice, helps clients with their Assault problem.
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Assault Lawyers | Phoenix Office
1641 E Osborn Rd, Ste 8, Phoenix, AZ 85016
Assault Lawyers | Glendale Office | Serving Phoenix, AZ
17505 N. 79th Avenue, Suite 315, Glendale, AZ 85308
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1421 East Thomas Road, Phoenix, AZ 85014
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4144 44th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85018
Assault Lawyers | Mesa Office | Serving Phoenix, AZ
3850 E. Baseline Rd., Suite 111, Mesa, AZ 85206
Assault Lawyers | Tempe Office | Serving Phoenix, AZ
40 E Rio Salado Parkway, Suite 425, Tempe, AZ 85281
Assault Lawyers | Tempe Office | Serving Phoenix, AZ
1400 East Southern Avenue, Suite 400, Tempe, AZ 85282
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2525 East Camelback Road, Seventh Floor, Phoenix, AZ 85016
Assault Lawyers | Scottsdale Office | Serving Phoenix, AZ
6730 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 230, Scottsdale, AZ 85253
Assault Lawyers | Scottsdale Office | Serving Phoenix, AZ
7322 E. Thomas Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Assault Lawyers | Phoenix Office
1850 North Central Avenue, Suite 1400, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Assault Lawyers | Mesa Office | Serving Phoenix, AZ
1731 West Baseline Rd. Suite #101, Mesa, AZ 85202
Assault Lawyers | Scottsdale Office | Serving Phoenix, AZ
5111 N Scottsdale Rd, Suite 275, Scottsdale, AZ 85250
Assault Lawyers | Mesa Office | Serving Phoenix, AZ
3707 E Southern Ave, Suite 2012, Mesa, AZ 85206
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45 West Jefferson Street, Suite 501, Luhrs Tower, Phoenix, AZ 85003
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714 N. 3rd St., Suite 4, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Assault Lawyers | Chandler Office | Serving Phoenix, AZ
1820 East Ray Road, Chandler, AZ 85225
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301 East Bethany Home Road, Suite A222, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Assault Lawyers | Tempe Office | Serving Phoenix, AZ
4500 S Lakeshore Dr, Suite 352, Tempe, AZ 85282
Assault Lawyers | Glendale Office | Serving Phoenix, AZ
7508 N 59th Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301
Assault Lawyers | Chandler Office | Serving Phoenix, AZ
2340 W. Ray Rd., Suite 1, Chandler, AZ 85224
Lead Counsel independently verifies Assault attorneys in Phoenix and checks their standing with Arizona bar associations.
Our Verification Process and CriteriaIf you need to defend against criminal assault charges, a Phoenix criminal assault lawyer can make all the difference. Assault charges are serious and no one should try and defend themselves without legal help.
Since an assault can be both a crime and a tort, you can be held civilly and criminally responsible. Each state has its own definition of what the crime of assault entails and normally includes the victim apprehending some sort of harmful and/or offensive contact. It can also be when there is an attempted battery, but it was not successful.
The most commonly encountered forms of assault are simple assault, aggravated assault, verbal assault and sexual assault.
Simple assault refers to any violence, or threat thereof, which does not involve the use of a deadly weapon. One example of simple assault might be a fellow patron threatening to punch you in the face over a disagreement at a bar, and another might be getting involved in the fight that follows.
Aggravated assault is a more serious form of assault, and by definition involves the use of a deadly weapon. Someone threatening to kill you while brandishing a firearm could be found guilty of aggravated assault, for example.
Sexual assault occurs when an offender, without the consent of the victim, engages in any non-consensual sexual act. A bar patron groping another guest’s breasts without their consent would constitute an act of sexual assault.
Verbal assault is as it sounds, and is typically more of a societal infraction or grounds for a civil suit rather than a criminal case. While verbal assault may be part of a simple or basic assault charge (threats of violence, if credible, do constitute assault) it is not a criminal charge in and of itself.
Assault can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony offense, based both on the jurisdiction as well as the severity of the alleged offense itself.
What was earlier described as simple assault is more commonly charged as a misdemeanor. A blow to the chest that left no lasting medical impression on the victim could be charged as a misdemeanor if the offender is a first-time offender. That being said, repeat offenders may see an instance that may have been afforded leniency by a court prosecutor escalated to a felony offense.
Instances of aggravated assault, however — even if not legally differentiated from assault or battery in a particular case — are almost always charged as felony offenses. Cutting someone with a knife, shooting someone with a gun or any other instance of serious physical violence which results in non-superficial bodily harm are instances in which felony charges are likely.
It should also be noted that assault and battery are commonly conflated, and some jurisdictions do not differentiate between the two. In jurisdictions that do delineate the two charges, battery typically requires that physical contact is actually made between the offender and victim during the offense, while assault does not require this element.
There are several different degrees of assault. Assault with intent to murder can result in imprisonment for a period of up to 20 years if convicted, while assault with a dangerous weapon can be penalized by up to 10 years behind bars. Simple assault can result in fines as well as a jail sentence of up to one year.
Many state courts treat assault under a difference of degrees. In some states, for example, an assault can be charged as a Class A misdemeanor, as a Class D felony or as a Class B felony. If you are charged a misdemeanor, you could be penalized with a fine, a jail sentence and probation for years. A Class D felony conviction could lead to incarceration, while a Class B felony conviction can result in a sentence of between three to 25 years imprisonment.
If you are facing assault charges, whether felony or misdemeanor and at the state or federal level, it is highly advisable that you secure the services of an experienced criminal defense attorney.
Assault charges are taken quite seriously by courts, and a conviction will result not only in potential incarceration, hefty fines and restitution but also a criminal record. A skilled lawyer can help you navigate the options available to you and craft the best defense possible.
No matter what your legal issue may be, it is always best to seek legal help early in the process. An attorney can help secure what is likely to be the best possible outcome for your situation and avoid both unnecessary complications or errors.
If you need to defend against criminal assault charges, a Phoenix criminal assault lawyer can make all the difference. Assault charges are serious and no one should try and defend themselves without legal help.
An attorney can often resolve your particular legal issue faster and better than trying to do it alone. A lawyer can help you navigate the legal system, while avoiding costly mistakes or procedural errors. You should seek out an attorney whose practice focuses on the area of law most relevant to your issue.
An experienced lawyer should be able to communicate a basic “road map” on how to proceed. The lawyer should be able to walk you through the anticipated process, key considerations, and potential pitfalls to avoid. Once you’ve laid out the facts of your situation to the lawyer, he/she should be able to frame expectations and likely scenarios to help you understand your legal issue.
The more experienced a lawyer is in legal practice, the more likely he/she will be able to bring about a successful resolution to your issue. Since experience matters, lawyers who’ve been practicing law for many years (with a successful track record) tend to be in high demand. You should look for information about a lawyer’s experience and ask questions during the initial meeting. It’s a very good idea to ask the lawyer how many years he/she has been practicing law and the expected outcome of your case.
Personal jurisdiction – Requirement that a particular court have authority over a person, in order to bind that person to the judgment of the court, based on minimum contacts. International Shoe Co v. Washington is a landmark Supreme Court case outlining the scope of a state court’s reach in personal jurisdiction.