ASSAULT AND BATTERY DEFENSE LAWYERS IN GEORGIA
When arguments turn physical, they can result in assault and simple battery charges.
If you’ve been charged, you need to understand the law and how you may be sentenced. Scroll down to learn more about these charges and how TT Attorney can help.
Assault Charges in Georgia
Georgia simple assault may involve an attempt to cause violent injury or an act that makes another person reasonably apprehend immediate violent injury.
Whether particular words or conduct satisfy the offense depends on the circumstances. Physical contact is not required for every form of simple assault; a spoken threat does not automatically establish the charge.
Simple Battery Charges in Georgia
Georgia simple battery includes intentional insulting or provoking physical contact, or intentionally causing physical harm. Battery is a distinct offense involving substantial physical harm or visible bodily harm; the charge depends on the facts.
An allegation involving both threats and contact needs to be assessed against the elements of each offense; it does not automatically establish a combined charge.
Consequences of These Charges
Consequences depend on the charged offense, any applicable enhancement and the facts of the case. Fines, confinement and restitution are governed by the applicable law and court order.
Restitution is a court-ordered payment by an offender to a victim for harm caused by the offense. If you cannot afford a court-ordered payment, discuss your financial circumstances and available procedures with counsel and, if you are on probation, your supervising officer. For misdemeanor probation revocation hearings involving failure to pay, Georgia DCS guidance requires consideration of ability to pay and alternatives to confinement. This does not automatically cancel the payment obligation.
Call TT Attorney for the Best Defense
Have you been charged with assault and simple battery? If so, you need a good lawyer to make sure you have a plan long before you face the courtroom.
TT Attorney is on your side. We help you plead your case and work to get you a lighter sentence or better. Don’t hesitate to call us – get in touch as soon as possible so we can start creating a solid criminal defense strategy.
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