ASSAULT

Defending against an assault charge is critical. Having an assault conviction is an enhanceable offense. This means that if a person were to get a subsequent assault conviction within a 10-year period, the following assault conviction(s) treats that person more severely, even if the facts of the case were no different between the two separate incidences. Fines, penalties and potential incarceration consequences all increase as the conviction ‘climbs the ladder’ from misdemeanor to gross misdemeanor, to felony assault.

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Assault charges and conviction consequences vary greatly depending on factors such as intimidation, harm caused, whether a weapon was used, and the victim's condition following an assault. Another distinction in an assault is whether there was a domestic relationship between the Defendant and alleged victim(s), which results in domestic assault charges. 

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Assault charges can prohibit a person from working at schools, hospitals, nursing home facilities, and many other employment opportunities. Not to mention, the fact that a person has a conviction for a violent crime means that person’s reputation in courts and society can be viewed as violent and non-peaceful. Even renting or finding proper housing can be made more difficult for someone who has an assault conviction on their record.

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Kyle Murray has successfully defended clients from having assault convictions on their records,  effectively saving their livelihoods and preserving opportunities going forward. There are many creative solutions to assault charges, including challenging whether the acts actually constitute assault. If you or someone you know has been charged with assault, Hurry, Call Murray and schedule a free consultation.