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Have You Been Charged With Assault & Battery?
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If you or a loved one is facing assault and battery charges in the state of Michigan, you need an expert criminal assault lawyer with extensive experience in the Michigan court system to help you with your case. At Bailey & Terranova, we are here to help.
Assault Charges
Assault in Michigan is an attempt to cause physical injury to another person. Also, any intentional unlawful act or threat, even if that’s raising a wrist or brandishing a weapon, is a form of assault. If the offender seems to have the ability to actually carry out the treat of action and causing others to feel afraid of impending violence, that is also an act of assault.
Battery Charges
In contrast, assault or battery committed without a dangerous weapon can lead to a misdemeanor case. If the result is a serious injury, it’s considered an aggravated assault and battery, which is punishable by more jail time.
Punishment for Assault and Battery
A person convicted of a simple assault can face the following penalties:
- Up to 93 days in jail, a fine up to $500, or both
- Probation (up to two years) and restitution
A person convicted of aggravated assault and battery may face the following penalties:
- Up to one year in jail, with a fine up to $1000, or both
- Probation (up to two years) and restitution
If the defendant has any prior conviction for assault or assault and battery of any kind, the charge may be classified as a felony and the court can sentence the defendant to up to two years in prison, a fine up to $5,000, or probation up to five years.
Get the Right Legal Representation
If you’ve been charged with an assault crime, that doesn’t mean you’re a criminal or a bad person. At Bailey & Terranova, we will work hard to build your various defenses. It’s important to note that all assault cases are different, and some carry harsher sentences than others, depending if the crime was “domestic” in nature. To speak with an experienced Michigan defense lawyer to evaluate your case and help you understand what you’re up against, contact our attorneys today. We will explain all of your options in a timely and professional manner, so call us today! We service Okemos MI, Lansing MI, Ann Arbor MI, Kalamazoo MI, Mt. Pleasant MI, and the surrounding areas.