”Aggravated assault - An intentional and unlawful threat against another person with a deadly weapon, or while in the commission of a felony, which creates a reasonable fear that violence or harm is imminent.
When Do You Contact
A Tampa Criminal Defense
Lawyer Regarding Aggrivated Assault or Battery?
Aggravated assault and aggravated battery are both felonies in the State of Florida. Anyone charged with aggravated assault or aggravated battery in Tampa should seek immediate counsel with a Tampa criminal defense lawyer.
What is Aggravated Assault?
It is (1) an assault with a deadly weapon without the intent to kill; or (2) an assault with the intent to commit a felony. Aggravated assault is a third degree felony and those found guilty of aggravated assault may be sentenced up to five (5) years in prison. Aggravated assault does not require an intent to injure, instead it requires only the intent to cause the victim fear of an immediate attack. Without a well-executed legal defense, those charged with aggravated assault face serious life changing consequences. An example of aggravated assault is someone pointing a knife or firearm at another person to scare them.
What is Aggravated Battery?
Where one who is (1) committing a battery and intentionally or knowingly causing great bodily harm, permanent disability, or permanent disfigurement; or (2) by committing a battery and using a deadly weapon. Aggravated battery also includes the commission of a battery by a defendant against a victim who is pregnant at the time of the offense, but only if the offender knew or should have known of the pregnancy. A defendant found guilty of aggravated battery is guilty of a second degree felony and can be sentenced to up to fifteen (15) years in prison.
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Free ConsultationShould I Hire a Tampa Criminal Defense Lawyer?
Florida’s penalties for aggravated assault and aggravated battery are severe and our Tampa criminal defense lawyers examine carefully every element of your case to provide you with the best possible defense at this difficult point in your life. Furthermore, defending aggravated assault and aggravated battery charges requires the understanding of complex defenses which are unique to these types of cases. Contacting a criminal defense attorney early on ensures you’re not missing out from defenses that may not be available later on down the line.
All cases vary and the defenses for each are unique to thier situation. it would be near impossible to list all the potential defenses to aggravated assault and aggravated battery, however below are some of the more popular defenses:
- Self-Defense;
- Lack of intent to touch or strike;
- Stand Your Ground;
- Alibi;
- Defense of Others;
- Consent or Mutual Combat;
- No intent to cause great bodily harm, disfigurement, etc.;
- The instrument or object used is not a “deadly weapon”.
Finding An Aggrivated Assault Or Battery Attorney In Tampa
If you have been charged with Aggrivated Assault Or Battery and you're in need of legal help, contact a criminal defense lawyer at The Law Office of Mahmud Yennes. We will work hard on your case!
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