Baltimore: Assault and Battery Criminal Defense
Conviction of a first-degree assault charge in state court carries a maximum penalty of 25 years in prison. A conviction for second-degree assault can put you in prison for up to 10 years.
If you have been arrested for assault, contact an experienced criminal defense attorney immediately. Assault cases can often be fought successfully, but we need to begin building your defense immediately. I am a veteran criminal defense lawyer with deep familiarity of the Maryland criminal justice system — the laws, the players and the process. If you need a defense lawyer for an assault charge, call me immediately at 410-727-4880.
Successfully Defending Against an Assault Charge
Defending against an assault charge requires the attorney to evaluate many factors. Each case has facts that are unique to that specific case. Who was the victim, who are the witnesses, do they know the person charged? There may be serious issues to raise with regard to eyewitness identification.
In many assault cases, there may be new witnesses besides the victim. There may be serious credibility issues to pursue in an effort to discredit the victim.
If one is convicted, there is a wide range of what can happen. Many times, even after a conviction, a lawyer can prevent a conviction from appearing on your record.
In addition to straightforward assault cases, I also defend clients against domestic violence assault charges and charges of sexual assault.
Investigating Motive and the Scene
In cases where the victim and the accused know each other, I frequently take a hard look at motive. Does the victim have a reason to make a false assault complaint? Is it really about child custody or a divorce? Is there a jealousy motive? Was the event more like a two-sided fight than a one-sided assault? Was it self-defense?
I also carefully review the crime scene by reviewing photographs and video, if available. In serious felony cases, I work with expert crime scene investigators and event reconstruction experts, if appropriate. The crime scene can say a lot about what actually happened.
Contact Isaac Klein, Attorney at Law
If you or someone you know has been arrested for assault, contact my office immediately to schedule a free and confidential consultation. It's my job to be a strong advocate at your side as you move through the criminal justice system — put me on your team. Call 410-727-4880 or send me an e-mail.
