ASSAULT AND BATTERY
Lloyd & Coulter's Defense Team for Battery and Assault Charges
Being charged with battery or assault is often confusing, frightening, and feels like no one is willing to stand with you. The penalties and consequences can be both long-term and detrimental. To achieve the best result, you will need a trustworthy legal team that has your best interests at heart and understands the case circumstances. The Criminal Defense Team of Lloyd & Coulter can answer your questions and concerns, explaining criminal penalties and the consequences of the conviction, and most importantly help you navigate the complex Court system to obtain the most favorable result for you or a loved one.
Here is an overview of California Assault and Battery laws:
Assault Law in California (PC 240)
PC 240 makes it illegal to unlawful try, together with the existence of capacity to commit a violent injury on somebody else's person. Penal Code 242 defines battery as the illegal and willful application of violence or force upon somebody else. It does not matter whether the victim suffered an injury or pain or not. All that is needed is that you offensively touched the alleged victim. Typically, the prosecutor charges both assault and battery.
Penalties for Assault and Battery
Assault and Battery is a misdemeanor offense. It carries the following penalties:
A six-month county jail sentence
A thousand dollar fine
Summary (misdemeanor) probation
Loss of gun rights
Additional Possible Penalties
Penalties can be increased to the felony level subjecting you to a possible State Prison sentence and other consequences including lifetime sex offender registration if any of the following apply:
There are significant injuries to the victim
You and the victim in any type of domestic relationship
The victim is a police officer, firefighter, paramedic or other public officer
The assault or battery was committed with sexual intent Assault & Battery charges can have serious consequences in a person’s life.
If you or a loved one is facing any type of Assault and Battery situation, Lloyd & Coulter criminal defense team is the most important phone call you’ll make. Call today for a free and confidential consultation.
Penal Codes:
• 240 - Assault 6 months/$1,000
• 242 - Battery 6 months/$1,000
• 245(a)(1) - Assault with a Deadly Weapon 4 years/$10,000
• 245(a)(4) - Assault with Force likely to cause Great Bodily Injury 4 years/$10,000
• 236 - False Imprisonment 3 years/$10,000
• 417 - Brandishing a weapon 30 days—1 year/$1,000
• 422 - Criminal Threats—3 Years State Prison/$1,000
• 136.1(a) (b) (c) - Dissuading a Victim from Reporting to Law Enforcement—3 or 4 Years State Prison/$1,000
• 646.9(a) (b) - Stalking/Stalking in Violation of a Restraining Order—3 or 4 Years State Prison/$1,000
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Email: Contact@LloydCoulter.com
Call: (714) 541-5055
Text: (714) 912-8245
DISCLAIMER:
The Law Offices of Lloyd and Coulter Disclaimer: The information on this website is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute an attorney-client relationship.
Copyright 2023 Law Offices of Lloyd & Coulter
ASSAULT AND BATTERY
Lloyd & Coulter's Defense Team for Battery and Assault Charges
Being charged with battery or assault is often confusing, frightening, and feels like no one is willing to stand with you. The penalties and consequences can be both long-term and detrimental. To achieve the best result, you will need a trustworthy legal team that has your best interests at heart and understands the case circumstances. The Criminal Defense Team of Lloyd & Coulter can answer your questions and concerns, explaining criminal penalties and the consequences of the conviction, and most importantly help you navigate the complex Court system to obtain the most favorable result for you or a loved one.
Here is an overview of California Assault and Battery laws:
Assault Law in California (PC 240)
PC 240 makes it illegal to unlawful try, together with the existence of capacity to commit a violent injury on somebody else's person. Penal Code 242 defines battery as the illegal and willful application of violence or force upon somebody else. It does not matter whether the victim suffered an injury or pain or not. All that is needed is that you offensively touched the alleged victim. Typically, the prosecutor charges both assault and battery.
Penalties for Assault and Battery
Assault and Battery is a misdemeanor offense. It carries the following penalties:
A six-month county jail sentence
A thousand dollar fine
Summary (misdemeanor) probation
Loss of gun rights
Additional Possible Penalties
Penalties can be increased to the felony level subjecting you to a possible State Prison sentence and other consequences including lifetime sex offender registration if any of the following apply:
There are significant injuries to the victim
You and the victim in any type of domestic relationship
The victim is a police officer, firefighter, paramedic or other public officer
The assault or battery was committed with sexual intent Assault & Battery charges can have serious consequences in a person’s life.
If you or a loved one is facing any type of Assault and Battery situation, Lloyd & Coulter criminal defense team is the most important phone call you’ll make. Call today for a free and confidential consultation.
Penal Codes:
240 - Assault 6 months/$1,000
242 - Battery 6 months/$1,000
245(a)(1) - Assault with a Deadly Weapon 4 years/$10,000
245(a)(4) - Assault with Force likely to cause Great Bodily Injury 4 years/$10,000
236 - False Imprisonment 3 years/$10,000
417 - Brandishing a weapon 30 days—1 year/$1,000
422 - Criminal Threats—3 Years State Prison/$1,000
136.1(a) (b) (c) - Dissuading a Victim from Reporting to Law Enforcement—3 or 4 Years State Prison/$1,000
646.9(a) (b) - Stalking/Stalking in Violation of a Restraining Order—3 or 4 Years State Prison/$1,000
Are You Under Investigation or Facing Criminal Charges?
Contact Us 24/7
Call: (714) 541-5055
Text: (714) 912-8245
Email: Contact@LloydCoulter.com
We Accept Collect Phone Calls
Disclaimer: The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for advice regarding your individual situation.
Contact Us 24/7
Call: (714) 541-5055
Text: (714) 912-8245
Email: Contact@LloydCoulter.com
We Accept Collect Phone Calls
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CONTACT US 24/7:
Email: Contact@LloydCoulter.com
Call: (714) 541-5055
Text: (714) 912-8245
DISCLAIMER:
The Law Offices of Lloyd and Coulter Disclaimer: The information on this website is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt or viewing does not constitute an attorney-client relationship.