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Facing an Assault and Battery Charge in Boston: What Can I Do?

Facing assault and battery charges can be a daunting and overwhelming experience. These charges can carry severe repercussions, including hefty fines, probation, and even jail time.

Understanding the nature of the assault charges and how to navigate the legal system is crucial for anyone in this situation. This is when it is important to hire an experienced lawyer for Assault and Battery. At Dhar Law we have helped many individuals facing various assault charges including assault and battery with a dangerous weapon develop effective strategies to defend themselves.

Assault typically refers to the threat of harm or an attempt to inflict harm on another person, while battery involves actual physical contact or harm. These types of charges can vary from misdemeanors to felonies, depending on the circumstances and the extent of the harm caused and the harm intended.

If you are asking can I beat assault charges? Then first having a clear understanding of the specific assault charges against you is the foundation of building a strong assault charge defense.

We can help you understand the charges, the consequences, and navigate the legal process, and build a robust defense strategy tailored to your situation. When did the assault occur, and under what circumstances? Is there any evidence that is in your favor and that can support your case. This could include witness statements, surveillance footage, or any documentation that can corroborate your version of events.

If you acted in self-defense, this could be a potential defense strategy. If you used reasonable force to protect yourself from harm this can potentially lead to a dismissal or reduction of charges.

Whatever you do it is important that you don’t ignore these charges. They aren’t going away on their own. Make sure you understand the long-term repercussions of assault and battery charges because a conviction can impact your personal and professional life, including employment opportunities and personal relationships.

When you hire an attorney like the attorneys at Dhar Law who have experience defending assault and battery cases then the chances go up that you will have a more favorable outcome. If you are being charged with assault and battery then it is important to speak with an experienced assault defense attorney at Dhar Law who will carefully examine the evidence against you. At Dhar Law LLP, we will work diligently to defend your rights and to clear your name. Contact a member of our team today for more information (617) 880-6155

Arrested?

Have you or a family member been charged or arrested? It’s important not to make mistakes early on in your case. Download our PDF on the top 3 things to do to help your defense or if you have been arrested by the State Police or FBI or you are the subject of an FBI Arrest Warrant.

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Heading up the firm, Vikas Dhar is widely recognized as a leader in the New England legal community. An accomplished business litigator and a “Top 40 Under 40” criminal defense attorney, he has also been honored as a New England Super Lawyer/Rising Star in the area of White-Collar Criminal Defense for each of the past six years by Boston Magazine.

I have the power and the skill to be able to save people from themselves. I can be your guide during the darkness. I can hold your hand and navigate you out of the darkness into the light.

— Vikas Dhar
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