Victorville Assault, Battery, and Domestic Violence Defense Lawyer
If you’ve been accused of assault, battery, or domestic violence in the High Desert area, you may be feeling overwhelmed and uncertain. These legal issues can be complex and intimidating, but it’s important to understand that you have rights and options available to you. It’s equally important to realize that there are very serious consequences that come with any sort of criminal conviction, especially one related to violent crime.
That’s why it’s so important to reach out to our Victorville assault and battery attorneys at Ewaniszyk Law Firm as soon as possible to start planning your defense.
Attorney Richard Ewaniszyk, Founder of Ewaniszyk Law Firm is an assault, battery, and domestic violence defense lawyer who’s been serving Victorville for over 40 years. We are located at 14350 Civic Dr #270, Victorville, CA 92392 across the street from Victorville Superior Court (open in Google Maps). Our attorneys are ready to discuss your case during a FREE CONSULTATION over the phone, Zoom or in person.
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Understanding Assault and Battery Charges
Assault and battery, though often mentioned together, carry distinct legal definitions in the California Penal Code. Assault refers to the act of making someone reasonably fear an imminent physical attack. This could range from raising a fist in anger to threatening someone in a way that makes them fear for their immediate safety. If you attempt to harm someone but fail to make contact, that is also generally considered assault.
Battery, on the other hand, involves actual physical contact or harm. It’s the step beyond assault where the threat is carried out, whether that’s a push, a punch, or any action that physically impacts another person.
The penalties you face for assault or battery depend on whether they are charged as misdemeanors and felonies. Simple assault and simple battery, for example, are both misdemeanors that may result in up to six months in jail and fines as high as $1,000 for assault and $2,000 for battery.
While both assault and battery can already be serious charges, there are aggravating factors that can make your potential penalties even worse. For example, if you threaten violence with a deadly weapon, that would likely be considered aggravated assault. Aggravated battery charges are used when someone is seriously injured because of the perpetrator’s actions.
Domestic Violence Charges in California
Like assault and battery, domestic violence offenses can result in misdemeanor or felony charges in California. Under the umbrella of domestic violence, there are many distinct charges, including corporal injury upon a spouse or cohabitant, child abuse, elder abuse, domestic battery, child endangerment, stalking, and child neglect.
It’s important to note that California takes domestic violence charges very seriously. For example, those convicted of corporal injury upon a spouse or cohabitant may spend up to four years in state prison and pay as much as $10,000 in fines. This is the same maximum penalty for elder abuse in California. Those convicted of child abuse may be sentenced to up to six years in prison and fines as high as $6,000.
Defense Strategies for Assault, Battery, and Domestic Violence Charges
There are numerous defenses that can protect you after an accusation of assault, battery, or domestic violence. We’ll explore some of the more common defense strategies here:
- Injuries done in defense of self or others: If you were not the instigator or the first person to make physical contact, you may have still have caused the other person injuries—but if you were defending yourself or someone else from the other person’s aggression, that could be a viable defense option.
- Injuries caused by accident: This is often a valuable defense for parents who have been accused of child abuse when they are genuinely just the parents of a clumsy child. Consider, for example, a child who comes to school with bruises on various parts of their body. The bruises are in different stages of healing, which is often a red flag for teachers, so the bruises are reported and the parents are charged. However, the parents reveal that the child is part of an outdoor after-school education program where they spend 10 or more hours per week playing outside. Because of the active nature of their extracurriculars, bruises are inevitable.
- False accusations: In some cases, false accusations have destroyed individuals’ lives. An alleged victim may make false claims or even harm themselves and then attribute those injuries to someone else. In these situations, the alleged perpetrator is actually the victim of false accusations.
How the Assault and Battery Lawyers at Ewaniszyk Law Firm Can Help You
At Ewaniszyk Law Firm, we focus on providing robust defense for individuals charged with assault, battery, or domestic violence in the High Desert region. Our skilled assault and battery attorneys in Victorville bring substantial experience to the table, ensuring you receive expert guidance tailored to your specific case.
Our assault & battery defense law firm is across the street from the Victorville courthouse and we serve Hesperia, Adelanto, Phelan, Apple Valley, Barstow and all of the High Desert.
We prioritize clear communication and dedicated advocacy, aiming to demystify the legal process for you while safeguarding your rights. By partnering with us, you gain access to a team of Victorville assault and battery lawyers committed to achieving the best possible outcome for your situation.
Get In Touch with a Victorville Assault and Battery Law Firm; We’re Here to Help
We understand that facing criminal charges can be a frightening and overwhelming experience, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Call us at 760-245-7310 or contact us online to find out how we can support you during this time.