If You Have Been Charged With Assault or Battery, You Need a Lawyer Now
In our experience, a large number of assault and battery charges arise out of a disagreement that gets out of hand. Many people — accused perpetrator and alleged victim alike — are surprised to find that a scuffle between neighbors or a fight in a bar has resulted in serious criminal charges. They don't realize that a person can be charged with assault, even if they never touched the alleged victim. Something as minor as a shoving match can result in battery charges.
The Cost of Conviction
Although the incident may not seem that serious, the consequences can be severe. A conviction for assault, battery or even an offense like harassment or disorderly conduct can have enormous consequences to your personal and professional life. You may face jail time. Your boss may not want to employ someone who has been convicted of a violent crime. Your friends and family members may not understand. If you are divorced, your access to your children can be impacted.
Students who have been convicted of assault or battery after a fight have found that future job opportunities have been taken away overnight. Men and women who rely on professional licenses to do their work — doctors, attorneys, architects, etc. — have found their careers in jeopardy.
What Does It Take to Challenge an Assault or Battery Charge?
When your ability to earn a living is potentially threatened, it should not be hard to decide whether or not to hire a defense lawyer. What is most important is to find an advocate you can trust to stand up for your rights and fight for you. Challenging an assault or battery charge often requires more than experience — it requires a knowledge of the courts and an ability to tell your side of the story in a convincing way.
Contact an Experienced Attorney Today
We invite you to call the independent law offices of Joel N. Melnicoff and Albert D. DiGiacomo today at 315-254-2216 or toll free at 888-339-1757 to schedule a free consultation. We have extensive experience and a record of success in fighting assault and battery charges in Syracuse, Utica and other Upstate New York communities.
You can also contact us by e-mail with any questions or to schedule an appointment with a lawyer to discuss your case in an atmosphere of trust, confidentiality and mutual respect.
