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Charged with simple assault?

In our state, the most common assault charge is simple assault. According to Pennsylvania Crime Code 18 Pa.C.S. Sec. 2701, simple assault is defined as either intentionally/knowingly causing another person bodily harm, or attempting to cause bodily harm to another person and putting them in genuine fear of injury. It is usually a misdemeanor charge of the second degree. If the simple assault results from a fight that was entered into mutually by the involved parties, then the charges may be downgraded to a misdemeanor of the third degree. The maximum penalty for simple assault is incarceration for a period of two years, though a typical sentence could be probation if you have no record , unless an aggravating factor is present.

Instances of domestic violence frequently result in simple assault charges, like in a situation where a husband is physically abusing his spouse. A conviction on such charges can only be made if the prosecution can prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant "intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly caused bodily injury" to another. If you have been charged with simple assault after a domestic violence call, you would be well served by contacting a Philadelphia domestic violence lawyer who can defend you against those charges in court.

Defense in Your Simple Assault Case

The lawyers at The Benari Law Group have over 40 years of combined experience in practicing law, and are well versed in defending clients against all types of criminal charges, including those that involve domestic violence and assault. We are professional and confident in our approach to each case, and our goal is always to reach a result that proves to be of the most beneficial to the client. Contact us immediately if you have been arrested for or charged with simple assault, you can count on us to investigate the facts of your case in an effort to help you get your charges reduced or dismissed , or fight to get an acquittal in trial.

If you have been arrested and charged with simple assault, contact a Philadelphia domestic violence attorney who is prepared to take immediate legal action on your behalf.