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Assault Charges in WA State
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Experienced Washington State Assault Lawyers.
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Experienced Seattle and King County Assault Lawyers.
Assault charges are taken extremely seriously in Washington state. The same is true here in Seattle and throughout King County. The police and prosecutors vigorously pursue every allegation physical assault. In addition to facing significant jail time, an assault conviction can have many unfortunate and negative consequences on your life.
From permanent restraining orders to trouble finding future employment, even a single conviction can have dramatic impact on your life. This is especially true if the assault is charged as one of domestic violence. Additionally, if you are not a U.S. citizen, even one conviction can have devastating effect on your status and even lead to deportation.
Degrees of Assault in WA State.
There are four "degrees" of assault in Washington state. For charging purposes, the degree is primarily related to the alleged level of force used and the alleged injury suffered by the victim.
Misdemeanor Assault in Washington State (Fourth Degree).
If no significant injury is caused to the other person, it will most likely be charged as Assault in the Fourth Degree, which is a gross misdemeanor. Gross Misdemeanors in WA State are punishable by up to a year in jail and $5,000 fine. In the majority of cases where medical treatment is not necessary, the person will be charged with 4th Degree Assault.
Felony Assault in WA State (1st, 2nd ,and 3rd Degrees).
If the assault results in physical injury and requires medical care, it is referred to as aggravated or felony assault. There are three degrees of Felony Assault here in Washington: First Degree (the most serious); Second Degree, and Third Degree. Each degree has its own unique elements but the critical distinction is basically the amount of forced used and amount of harm inflicted.
Were you merely defending yourself or someone else?
In many cases, there are a number of defenses that an attorney can use in your defense against any charge of assault. For example, in Washington state you can legally use force if you are defending yourself or another person. In many circumstances, you can also use force to protect your property. Of course, the amount of forced used must be reasonable.
If you believe that you have been wrongfully arrested or charged with assault, please tell us about the unique aspects of your case during your initial consultation. Often, the details of what transpired are critical to proving self-defense, and it is important to begin preparing our case from the onset with this strategy in mind.
If have been or believe that you will be arrested or charged with assault here in Seattle or elsewhere in Washington State, it is important to know your rights. First, do not talk to police or anyone else until you have talked with one of our Seattle criminal defense lawyers.
The attorneys at the Law Offices of Jason S. Newcombe are experienced criminal defense lawyers. Our primary offices are located in King County, Washington. We are in downtown Seattle two blocks from the King County Courthouse. Our lawyers have defended an entire range of assault charges, including misdemeanor and felony assaults.
Assault charges are taken extremely seriously in Washington state. The same is true here in Seattle and throughout King County. The police and prosecutors vigorously pursue every allegation physical assault. In addition to facing significant jail time, an assault conviction can have many unfortunate and negative consequences on your life.
From permanent restraining orders to trouble finding future employment, even a single conviction can have dramatic impact on your life. This is especially true if the assault is charged as one of domestic violence. Additionally, if you are not a U.S. citizen, even one conviction can have devastating effect on your status and even lead to deportation.
Degrees of Assault in WA State.
There are four "degrees" of assault in Washington state. For charging purposes, the degree is primarily related to the alleged level of force used and the alleged injury suffered by the victim.
Misdemeanor Assault in Washington State (Fourth Degree).
If no significant injury is caused to the other person, it will most likely be charged as Assault in the Fourth Degree, which is a gross misdemeanor. Gross Misdemeanors in WA State are punishable by up to a year in jail and $5,000 fine. In the majority of cases where medical treatment is not necessary, the person will be charged with 4th Degree Assault.
Felony Assault in WA State (1st, 2nd ,and 3rd Degrees).
If the assault results in physical injury and requires medical care, it is referred to as aggravated or felony assault. There are three degrees of Felony Assault here in Washington: First Degree (the most serious); Second Degree, and Third Degree. Each degree has its own unique elements but the critical distinction is basically the amount of forced used and amount of harm inflicted.
Were you merely defending yourself or someone else?
In many cases, there are a number of defenses that an attorney can use in your defense against any charge of assault. For example, in Washington state you can legally use force if you are defending yourself or another person. In many circumstances, you can also use force to protect your property. Of course, the amount of forced used must be reasonable.
If you believe that you have been wrongfully arrested or charged with assault, please tell us about the unique aspects of your case during your initial consultation. Often, the details of what transpired are critical to proving self-defense, and it is important to begin preparing our case from the onset with this strategy in mind.
If have been or believe that you will be arrested or charged with assault here in Seattle or elsewhere in Washington State, it is important to know your rights. First, do not talk to police or anyone else until you have talked with one of our Seattle criminal defense lawyers.
The attorneys at the Law Offices of Jason S. Newcombe are experienced criminal defense lawyers. Our primary offices are located in King County, Washington. We are in downtown Seattle two blocks from the King County Courthouse. Our lawyers have defended an entire range of assault charges, including misdemeanor and felony assaults.
Don't let an Assault charge ruin your life, your finances, or your family. There are two sides to every story.
We'll make sure your side gets told.CaCall now for a free consultation
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