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Assault & Aggravated Assault Charges in Arizona?
Your Freedom Can't Wait.
Whether you have been charged with misdemeanor assault or felony aggravated assault anywhere in Arizona, you need the help of an experienced criminal defense attorney at Matthew Lopez Law, PLLC.
Whether you have been charged with misdemeanor assault or felony aggravated assault anywhere in Arizona, you need the help of an experienced criminal defense attorney at Matthew Lopez Law, PLLC.
Many people do not realize that they can be charged with assault, even if no injury occurred. Assault under Arizona law includes threatening or insulting behavior and actual physical harm, which covers a wide variety of actions. Unfortunately, you can be charged with assault even when you did not mean to cause harm to another person. It is their perception of the events that can lead to arrest and you could face prison or jail time, as well as a misdemeanor or felony on your record.
There are two different types of assault under Arizona law. Assault is a misdemeanor charge that can lead to a class 1, 2 or 3 conviction, depending on the type of assault. Misdemeanor assault includes:
This vague interpretation of assault can include a wide variety of behavior. It is not just a physical fight; you can be charged with assault by simply grabbing the arm of someone or poking them in the chest. If they report that you were provoking or threatening them, you could be arrested for assault. Often, the “victim” is someone the accused knows and the assault charge is a retaliation. It can be associated with domestic violence, which can have more serious penalties.
When serious harm is intentionally perpetrated on an individual, this can be aggravated assault, which can be a felony. This is a serious charge that has mandatory prison time, along with a felony that will forever remain on your record. Felony assault can include serious, intentional harm to another, but it can also include assault with a deadly weapon, any assault on a police or correctional officer, an adult harming anyone under 15 years of age, or assaulting a person who is restrained. This crime has severe penalties, with up to 15 years in prison, even for a first offense.
There are many times that those accused of assault are innocent or the situation was exaggerated by the accuser. Due to the serious nature of the crime, it is important to have legal representation to fight any assault charge. Even a misdemeanor assault conviction can mean time in jail and jeopardize employment opportunities for you in the future. You need an experienced attorney who can look at all angles of your case and help you get the charges dismissed or reduced.
Learn more at our Criminal Defense FAQ page.
At Matthew Lopez Law, we understand that not all assault charges are valid, and we fight for our clients to prove their innocence. If you have been charged with assault or aggravated assault, call our office to schedule a consultation with one of our legal team members: 602-926-8902. We will listen to your side of the story and discuss options to fight against an assault conviction. Our team has successfully helped many of our clients overcome assault charges and retain their freedom and reputation.
Whether you’re facing a trumped-up simple assault charge or a serious felony assault charge, you need the help of an experienced defense attorney. In the case of the former, an attorney may be able to help you get the charges dropped or seriously reduced. Because the criteria defining assault charges is vague, providing context or a well-reasoned explanation can go a long way toward mitigating the consequences.
If you’ve been charged with aggravated assault, your freedom is on the line. There is likely no way to talk your way out of the charges, and prosecutors are often seeking the most serious charges and sentences they can support.
As mentioned in the description above, simple assault can involve harming someone on purpose, harming them by behaving in a reckless manner or instilling a reasonable fear that you intend to harm them. This leaves a lot of room for interpretation.
Simple assault could involve shoving someone during an argument. It could also involve throwing a punch (regardless of whether the punch landed) or even lifting your arm in a manner that indicated you were going to punch or slap someone.
Every minute counts when you’re facing criminal charges in Arizona. Whether you were just arrested or have court next week, our team is ready to start building your defense right now. We offer free consultations and can start protecting your rights today with flexible payment plans that work for your budget.
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