Assault and Battery Charges
Yuma, Arizona

In a heated argument or disagreement, some individuals may let the situation become violent or threatening. If this happens, assault charges may be brought against the aggressive party. From a bar fight to a domestic violence situation, an individual can be charged with assault and battery and later face serious penalties for their actions.

What Is Assault and Battery?

In its most basic form, assault and battery is a misdemeanor charge where a person was:

• physically injured
• intentionally placed in imminent physical injury
• touched by another person intent on injury

Assault charges can be Class 1 or 2 misdemeanors and each carry a specific jail sentence and heavy fine; consulting an experienced criminal defense attorney can help prevent these serious penalties. Basic assault charges can be increased to felony aggravated assault charges under specific circumstances.

Contact a Yuma Assault and Battery Attorney at 1-877-229-9508 to schedule a free initial consultation.

What Is Aggravated Assault?

Misdemeanor assault charges can be increased to Class 3 felony aggravated assault charges if any of the following situations, as outlined by A.R.S. 13-1204, arise:

• The accused caused serious physical injury to the victim
• The accused used a deadly weapon or dangerous implement
• The accused caused temporary, substantial disfigurement, loss or impairment of body parts, or fractures
• The victim was restrained or unable to resist
• The accused unlawfully enters a home with the intent to harm its inhabitants
• The victim is under 15 years of age and the accused is 18 or older
• A valid order of protection is violated
• The victim was a peace officer, firefighter, teacher, health care practitioner, prosecutor, or park ranger executing official duties
• The accused takes or attempts to take the firearm or deadly weapon of a peace officer
• The accused is imprisoned by a law enforcement agency and assaults an employee

If you or a loved one has been accused of assault or aggravated assault, contact our experienced Yuma, Arizona assault and battery attorneys at Dwane Cates Law Group, PLLC.

We Are Here for You

At Dwane Cates Law Group, PLLC, we understand how difficult and stressful is can be to face criminal charges. To help you avoid the serious consequences associated with assault charges, our skilled lawyers will investigate the circumstances of your case, strategize the best defense for your situation, and aggressively fight your freedom. Contact Dwane Cates Law Group, PLLC to discuss your charges with our Arizona criminal defense attorneys.

Call 928-225-2876 today for the legal representation you
need for your assault and battery charges!