New Jersey Aggravated Assault and Battery Attorney

Although assault and battery are often nominally interchanged, there are actually very specific distinctions between the two charges. To commit assault, there does not have to be physical contact (a person just needs to feel that there is a threat of physical violence) but battery constitutes actual physical violence towards another person, like pushing or hitting. “Aggravated” assault or battery means that there was some kind of weapon involved in the situation.

Being convicted of aggravated assault or battery can carry severe penalties, so it is important to have an experienced New Jersey criminal defense attorney at your side. Contact the New Jersey aggravated assault and battery attorneys at the Law Offices of Jason A. Volet, LLC today at 732-503-8968 to discuss your legal options.

Penalties for assault

The penalties for aggravated assault or battery can be harsh, and often vary based on the number of offenses the defendant has, the weapon involved, and the amount of damage that was caused to the victim. Some of the possible penalties include:

• Jail time, up to 10 years in prison
• Mandatory monitoring/probation
• Loss of the right to own/carry a firearm
• Fines

Aggravated assault and battery can remain on your permanent record, and may be a serious obstacle for future school and work opportunities, so it is important to defend your rights and your livelihood against such charges.

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It is important to have an experienced criminal defense attorney at your side if you are facing charges of aggravated assault and/or battery. Contact the New Jersey aggravated assault and battery attorneys at the Law Offices of Jason A. Volet, LLC today at 732-503-8968.