If you or a loved one is charged with assault is Arizona, it is important to hire an experienced assault attorney who can resolve the case favorably. Assault can be classified as either a misdemeanor or felony depending on the facts.
Misdemeanor assault occurs when a person:
The maximum penalty for misdemeanor assault is a fine of $2,500, six months jail, and three years probation. A misdemeanor assault is aggravated to a felony in a number of situations.
A handful of ways that an assault can becomes aggravated in Arizona include:
When an assault is a felony, a conviction can result in prison time, lengthy probation or community supervision, and more.
There are many ways to defend against assault charges. Sometimes the victim is arrested when really they were just trying to defend themselves. Other times there is a misidentification regarding who actually committed the assault. This often occurs at nightclubs and bars when it is dark, or crowded areas that are densely populated. No matter what the situation, The Law Office of Joshua A. Lopez, LLC has been extremely successful in obtaining very favorable results. Many times we are able to get all charges dismissed. Call our office for a free consultation.