Assault and Battery Lawyer in Atlanta

Georgia Defense Against Assault or Battery Charges

Assault or battery may sound like simple charges, ones that will have little impact on your future even if you are convicted. Unfortunately, this assumption is largely incorrect. A charge of assault or battery can be considered violent crimes, and may be charged as felonies rather than misdemeanors. In such circumstances, it is important to have an experienced defense lawyer to protect your rights and seek the most favorable outcome possible.

At my Peachtree City law firm, the Tierney Law Firm, I defend clients charged with assault or battery. These can be complicated charges, intersecting with domestic violence, other criminal charges and juvenile law matters. I draw upon my experience as an attorney since 1990 to untangle the issues and build strong defenses for my clients.

Contact my law office today online or by telephone at 866-754-3070 to learn how I can defend you after an assault or battery charge. I serve clients in the Atlanta area from my law office in Peachtree City.

Charges and Penalties

I defend clients against assault and battery charges such as these:

Simple assault: A misdemeanor, simple assault carries penalties of up to one year in jail and a fine of up to $1,000. Under certain circumstances, the charge can be elevated and the penalties increased.
Aggravated assault: This crime is a felony, and the prosecution will bring this charge if the assault was committed to rape, rob or murder the victim or if the assault involved a weapon. If convicted of aggravated assault, you could face 1-20 years in prison.
Simple battery: This crime is a misdemeanor, and is commonly defined as touching someone or intentionally causing them harm. Factors that could elevate the charge include a victim who is elderly, pregnant or disabled.
Aggravated battery: Aggravated battery could involve tying someone up or restraining them, mutilating the victim or breaking the victim's arms or legs. Whatever the specifics of the charge, conviction can result in 1-20 years in prison or jail.

I also defend clients against efforts to obtain restraining orders when assault and battery charges are part of a family violence case.

Contact My Law Office

Who you choose as your attorney can make a difference. Contact me toll-free at 866-754-3070 or send an e-mail to schedule an appointment.