Newport Beach Battery Attorney
Serving Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, and Irvine, California and Orange County
In California, battery is the willful and unlawful use of force or violence against another person. Simple battery is charged as a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $2,000 and 6 months in jail. If the victim suffers serious bodily harm, then the crime may be charged as aggravated battery, which may be charged as either a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the circumstances and if the defendant has a prior criminal history.
Being charged with battery is a serious matter requiring serious legal attention from a skilled defense attorney. If you are facing battery charges in Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Irvine, or anywhere in Orange County, it is highly recommended that you contact the Newport Beach criminal defense lawyer at the firm as soon as possible. After a careful review of your situation, Attorney Scott D. Hughes can assess your case and advise you as to what to expect and what can be done to provide an effective criminal defense. He has provided capable representation for countless individuals facing all types of criminal charges, including battery charges.
Battery Charges in California
Various types of battery charges exist under California law, including battery against police officers, firefighters, emergency medical technicians, lifeguards, process servers, traffic officers, and animal control officers. Other types of battery include battery causing serious bodily injury, domestic battery, and sexual battery.
In the case of battery where serious bodily injury has occurred, you may be punished with formal probation or 2, 3, or 4 years in a state prison.
Talk to a Newport Beach Battery Attorney
As in any criminal matter, it is important to have a skilled and reliable criminal defense lawyer in your corner who can provide a competent defense strategy and act as your advocate throughout the legal process. If you involve the Newport Beach battery defense lawyer at the firm early enough, in certain cases he may be able to have to charges against you reduced or dismissed.
Facing battery charges in Orange County? Contact the Newport Beach battery lawyer at the firm for a consultation about your case today!
Why Choose Law Offices of Scott D. Hughes?
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California's Super Lawyers® Rising Stars SM for 2015
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Ranked a Top Attorney by Los Angeles Magazine in 2012
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Preeminent Client Rating on Martindale-Hubbell
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Former Marine Military Police Officer
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Free Case Consultations
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Superb Rated on Avvo
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"Great Litigator Who Works Very Hard to Achieve Goals"
He is ethical and he creates innovative strategies and tactics to prepare for and win cases.- Former Client -
"Professionally & Quickly Obtained a Settlement for Us"
Mr. Hughes handled our personal injury case very professionally.- S.T.Costa Mesa, CA -
"Helped Me Through Some Serious Charges!"
Scott represented me in a case I was facing VERY serious charges. I was innocent and he believed me w/o question.- M.L.Newport Beach, CA -
"Scott Hughes Is the Best at What He Does."
He exudes several great qualities. For one, he was genuine in his legal representation and treated me with much respect. Secondly, he resolved my case quickly and painlessly.- W.G.Newport Beach, CA -
"Outstanding Work Ethic, Competent, Professional & Attentive"
Many hold him in the highest regard in terms of his competence, professionalism, and attention to detail, and the continuing success of his law practice reflects this.- Former Client -
"Maintains the Highest Degree of Ethics"
He will always act in the best interest of his clients, and he is respected by other attorneys in the field.- Former Client