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Assault and Battery

Tenacious New York Defense Lawyers Represent Clients Charged with Assault and Battery

Presenting an aggressive defense against violent crime charges

If you are charged with assault or battery, you may be facing prison time. You need an attorney who is determined and serious about fighting for you, one with the experience and knowledge to succeed. Edelman, Krasin & Jaye PLLC aggressively defends individuals in the criminal justice system, and our attorneys fight for the rights of defendants charged with violent crimes.

What is assault and battery?

Generally, assault is the threat of violence, and battery is any violent or unwanted touching. These charges vary by state, and the names of the two crimes are often used interchangeably. In some states, they are not considered separate offenses. Actions such as hitting, kicking, punching or pushing are considered to be assaults. Many other actions such as grabbing or spitting can also lead to these charges. Our attorneys present a formidable defense to all types of assault and battery charges.

What are some types of assaults?

Assaults occur for a variety of reasons. Many assault or battery charges stem from simple fights. In these cases, our attorneys work to show that you were acting in self-defense and are not a violent criminal. Other assaults are gang-related or occur in conjunction with other crimes such as robbery. Assaults of a sexual nature are treated differently by the law. In all cases, our attorneys decisively defend your freedom.

Reducing an assault charge

Most states have a variety of assault charges such as aggravated assault or assault in the first degree. Depending on the facts of your case, the state may choose to charge you with a higher-level crime than is necessary. Our attorneys work to get your charges reduced through a variety of pretrial motions. We also fight to get our clients the most lenient sentence possible under the circumstances.

For an aggressive defense against assault or battery, call New York criminal defense attorneys who will fight for you.

If you face assault or battery charges, you need a strong defense from an experienced attorney. Call Edelman, Krasin & Jaye PLLC at 855-507-4984 or contact us online to schedule your consultation at our Westbury or Bronx, New York office.

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  • Westbury Office
    7001 Brush Hollow Road
    Suite 100
    Westbury, New York 11590
    Phone: 516-742-9200
    Fax: 516-742-7622
  • Bronx Office
    6 E. 184th Street
    Bronx, New York 10468
    Phone: 800-469-7429
    Fax: 516-742-7622