Assault & Battery Attorney in Brooklyn, NY
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If you have been arrested for assault and/or battery, then you need to contact an experienced Brooklyn assault lawyer from Mottola Uris Law, PLLC. Our team of former prosecutors is available 24/7 to take your call. We will fight for you throughout the criminal justice process to help you achieve the best possible outcome in your case.
Assault and battery are related offenses that involve the unwanted touching of another person. While most people associate these crimes with physical contact, they can also be committed through the use of a weapon or the threat of physical harm. For this reason, assault and battery charges can be very serious.
Charged with assault or battery? Contact our Brooklyn assault attorneys at (718) 550-3318 or by using our online contact form.
What Are Assault & Battery?
Assault is an attempt to physically harm another person. This offense can be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the circumstances of the case. For example, if an individual threatens another person with physical harm and has the ability to carry out that threat, then they can be charged with third-degree assault, which is a misdemeanor. If the individual actually carries out their threat, then they can be charged with second-degree assault, which is a felony.
Battery is the unwanted touching of another person. This offense can also be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the severity of the physical harm caused to the victim. For example, if an individual only threatens to harm another person but does not actually carry out that threat, then they can be charged with harassment, which is a violation.
Penalties for Assault & Battery in New York
Assault and battery are both punishable by up to one year in jail. This sentence can be increased if the crime involves the use of a weapon. In addition, an individual convicted of either of these offenses may be forced to pay a fine and be required to participate in counseling or anger management classes.
If the individual has a prior conviction for either assault and/or battery, then they may be charged with a felony. If convicted of a second-degree misdemeanor, then the individual may be forced to pay a $500 fine. If convicted of a first-degree misdemeanor, then the individual may be forced to pay a $1,000 fine. If convicted of a third-degree felony, then the individual may be forced to pay a $5,000 fine. Furthermore, the individual may be sentenced to up to two years in jail.
Get the Defense You Need Today
If you have been charged with assault or battery, then you should contact our Brooklyn assault and battery attorneys at Mottola Uris Law, PLLC as soon as possible. Our team of former prosecutors is available 24/7 to take your call. We will thoroughly review your case and explain all of your legal options to help you achieve the best possible outcome in your case.
To schedule your free consultation with our assault and battery attorneys, please contact us online or call us at (718) 550-3318.
