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In North Carolina, assaulting a female carries even more severe penalties than a typical assault or battery charge. Convicted individuals may face steep fines and time behind bars. Additionally, those convicted of a criminal offense often have difficulties maintaining their reputation in their communities and securing employment.
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Whether you’ve been charged with a misdemeanor or felony assault or battery, you should contact an experienced criminal defense attorney as quickly as possible for assistance in avoiding the heavy penalties you’re facing.
If an adult male assaults an adult female in North Carolina, they may be charged with assault on a female by a male person. While this charge is typical in instances of domestic violence, the male and female do not need to have any relationship for the charge to stick.
An assault is legally defined as an attempt to bodily harm someone through the use of violence or the threat of force. As long as the offender has the immediate means to act upon the threat, they do not have to touch the victim for an assault to take place. In other words, if an adult male threatens an adult female and could immediately act on that threat if he so wished, he could be charged with assault regardless of whether or not he went through with it. Since the legal definition of assault in North Carolina is vague, it is critical to have a knowledgeable and skilled criminal defense attorney in your corner to argue your case and advise you on the best course of action moving forward.
Assault on a female by a male person is classified as a Class A1 misdemeanor. A1 misdemeanors are the most severe misdemeanor charges in the state and can carry significant penalties for those convicted. The specific punishments you may face if convicted rely heavily on aggravating or mitigating factors that affect the severity of the crime. Depending on these factors, you may be sentenced to one of the following levels of punishment if convicted:
Your defense attorney will use their expertise to investigate every detail of your case so they can do everything in their power to get your charges and penalties reduced or dismissed.
If you have been charged with assault on a female, there is too much on the line to go without the knowledge and expertise of a seasoned criminal defense attorney. At King Law, our criminal defense attorneys are well-versed in employing a wide range of defense strategies to help their clients fight assault charges in North Carolina. A few strategies your attorney may utilize include:
Your attorney will take the time to get to know you and your case to craft the best defense strategy that fits the unique facts of your case. They will interview witnesses and collect evidence to erode the prosecutor’s case against you.
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Do not risk an assault conviction by acting rashly or attempting to resolve your case independently. Act in your best interest by seeking professional legal help from an experienced criminal defense attorney. Dealing with assault charges can be stressful. Having a lawyer by your side can make aspects of your case more manageable and reveal that you have more options than you previously knew.
King Law has the necessary knowledge, experience, and resources to handle your simple assault case. We are a firm of highly-trained legal professionals committed to serving our clients well. We provide various services to our clients that may be able to secure a favorable outcome, like evaluating the details of their case, building a solid defense, questioning the validity of weak evidence, and protecting clients from unethical prosecution practices. Learn more about how our firm can help you by calling (888) 748-5464 or filling out our online contact form.
