Santa Ana Battery Attorney

The Difference between Assault and Battery

As opposed to assault or aggravated assault, that deal primarily with the threat of force against an individual, battery charges encompass the action of inflicting actual physical harm upon someone. According to California Penal Code 242, "A battery is any willful and unlawful use of force or violence upon the person of another." Depending on the circumstances surrounding the battery, you could be charged with a misdemeanor or felony. Penalties for battery include a fine of up to $2,000 and up to 6 months imprisonment in the county jail. If the battery caused great bodily injury, you could be incarcerated in the county jail for up to 1 year or be sentenced to 2 - 4 years in the state prison.

Battery against a spouse, former spouse, a person you are either in a current or past relationship with or a person you are currently living with is considered domestic violence. If you have been arrested for or formally charged with battery, it is in your best interest to engage the services of Santa Ana criminal defense lawyer Mr. Schaffer.

Defending Against Battery Charges

Our firm is fortunate in that Mr. Schaffer, as a former Orange County Deputy District Attorney of 18 years, knows how the justice system works from both sides and is able to utilize this information to your benefit. Being accused of a crime, let alone having to defend yourself, can be very unsettling if you attempt to navigate the system on your own or have an inexperienced lawyer by your side.

With our 18 years of experience in the criminal justice system, we are in a position where we can formulate strong defensive strategies with the goal of having your charges reduced or dismissed. If you have been accused of battery and are in need of an aggressive defense, allow us the opportunity to quickly go to work on your case.

If you have been charged with battery, contact a Santa Ana battery attorney to learn your legal defense options.