Orlando Assault Attorney

Defense for Assault and Aggravated Assault

If you or someone you know has been accused of assault or aggravated assault in the Orlando area, an attorney at our law offices may be able to help. We have more than 17 years of collective legal experience and are dedicated to representing our clients' interests to the fullest extent of the law. We also offer a complimentary case evaluation with an experienced legal professional, offering you the opportunity to learn more about your criminal charges and how we can help.

Under Florida Penal Code 784.011, assault is a violent crime, defined as any intentional, unlawful threat of violence or injury to another person, with the actual or apparent ability to carry out this threat, causing reasonable fear in the victim that the threat will be carried out. This offense is a second degree misdemeanor, punishable by up to 60 days in jail. If the defendant is accused of using a deadly weapon or intending to commit a felony, however, he or she may face aggravated assault charges. Aggravated assault is a third degree felony, punishable by up to 5 years in prison.

Facing Assault Charges? Contact a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Orlando

Are you currently facing assault or aggravated assault charges? Don't wait to involve a criminal defense lawyer from our Orlando law firm for the aggressive legal counsel you need. An experienced attorney can determine the best approach to challenging your charges, working to prove that you were acting in self-defense, that the victim's testimony is unreliable or that there is insufficient evidence to prove that you actually committed assault. The approach will vary depending on the particular situation, but by thoroughly investigating every angle of the charges your attorney can seek the most advantageous outcome on your behalf.

Contact an Orlando assault defense lawyer at our law offices for a free, confidential case review.