New Orleans Simple Battery Attorney
Simple Battery Attorney in New Orleans and Nearby Parishes
Simple battery charges are considered violent crimes in New Orleans and the surrounding area. These charges are treated more seriously than other non-violent crimes, and they come with hefty penalties and long-term consequences. As a result, you should never take these criminal charges lightly or assume that you can handle the situation on your ownwithout the help of a qualified New Orleans simple battery attorney.
New Orleans Simple Battery Attorney
Simple Battery Attorney in New Orleans and Nearby Parishes
If you are facing a simple battery charge in New Orleans or another Louisiana parish, it is possible that charge could follow you for the rest of your life. Violent crimes are treated differently than other misdemeanors. The simple battery charge will show up in background checks for:
- employment
- professional licenses
- internships
- apartment rentals
- and more
With a skilled New Orleans simple battery lawyer on your side, you can learn about your legal rights, explore your options, and develop the best defense strategy for your situation. If you are charged with simple battery, it is imperative that you choose a criminal defense attorney with extensive experience to defend you and protect your rights.
The Law Office of Lance J. Robinson has successfully defended hundreds of simple battery cases, and most settle in a satisfactory result for clients, with either a dismissal or reduction in charges.
- employment
- professional licenses
- internships
- apartment rentals
- and more
What Is Simple Battery?
Even if you have been charged with this crime, you may not know what constitutes simple battery. Simple battery is the act of deliberately applying force or violence to the body of another person without their consent in an insulting or offensive manner. A common example of simple battery is getting into a fight and punching or otherwise inflicting violence against someone else.
Simple battery is less violent and less severe than aggravated battery. However, a charge of simple battery may rise to an aggravated battery charge if the victim receives injuries that become more serious. In either case, the Law Office of Lance J. Robinson can fight on your behalf to get the charges reduced or even dismissed entirely.
What Is Simple Battery?
New Orleans Simple Battery Penalties
- Simple battery is a battery committed without the consent of the victim.
- Whoever commits a simple battery shall be fined not more than one thousand dollars or imprisoned for not more than six months, or both.
New Orleans Simple Battery Penalties
- Simple battery is a battery committed without the consent of the victim.
- Whoever commits a simple battery shall be fined not more than one thousand dollars or imprisoned for not more than six months, or both.
Your New Orleans Simple Battery Attorney
The Law Office of Lance J. Robinson has over 22 years of experience defending clients against charges in New Orleans and nearby parishes. When you retain Lance J. Robinson as your simple battery lawyer, your case will be handled expertly and aggressively. Our top priority is to get your charges dismissed or reduced.
It is not advisable to try to defend yourself against battery charges, even if you think you did nothing wrong. Simple battery charges can come with tough penalties and long-term consequences that could haunt you for the rest of your life.
The Law Office of Lance J. Robinson will represent your interest at all court dates and your appearance may not be required, even if you live out of town. If you are an out-of-town visitor, you can leave New Orleans with peace of mind, knowing that this matter is being addressed immediately and aggressively. We will plead not guilty on your behalf, appear for you in court, and negotiate with the city attorney regarding your case.
The Law Office of Lance J. Robinson has defended over 2,400 local and out-of-town clients, and we are prepared to fight for your rights today.
Your New Orleans Simple Battery Attorney
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Mr. Robinson has been professional and most helpful in dealing with my family’s legal matters. He has always promptly returned my calls and answered my many questions graciously. I recommend him to others without hesitation.
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Our Process for New Orleans Simple Battery Charges
To start the process, the Law Office of Lance J. Robinson will request a copy of your police report. We examine it for mistakes, inconsistencies, and technical errors, any of which could lead to your simple battery charges being dropped.
In some cases, we may also interview witnesses to the alleged crime. We evaluate the case against you to see if there is insufficient evidence, inconsistent statements, lack of visible injuries, or lack of independent witnesses. These could also lead to your charges being dismissed or reduced. In order to convict you of simple battery, the prosecutor must prove that there was an unlawful application of force, contact with another person was made, and it resulted in physical injury or offensive touching.
It is important that you contact us as soon as possible after your arrest, so we can get to work helping you protect your rights. There are many different legal defenses we can consider when handling your simple battery charges, which may include:
- Self-Defense: This is a common defense for a person accused of simple battery, especially if it is unclear who was the victim and who was the aggressor. We look into your case to see if you may have had to use sufficient force to protect yourself from harm.
- Lack of Evidence: If the prosecutor cannot prove that there was an unlawful application of force, violence, or offensive touching with sufficient evidence, we could get your simple battery charge dropped altogether.
We focus our efforts on getting your charges reduced or dropped altogether. If we cannot reach a satisfactory outcome this way, experienced simple battery lawyer Lance J. Robinson will prepare an aggressive defense and take your case to court on your behalf.
In most cases, our clients walk away with the charges dropped or reduced to a less serious offense, and they are able to avoid jail time.
Our Process for Fighting Simple Battery Charges in New Orleans
- Self-Defense: This is a common defense for a person accused of simple battery, especially if it is unclear who was the victim and who was the aggressor. We look into your case to see if you may have had to use sufficient force to protect yourself from harm.
- Lack of Evidence: If the prosecutor cannot prove that there was an unlawful application of force, violence, or offensive touching with sufficient evidence, we could get your simple battery charge dropped altogether.
LET US PUT OUR EXPERIENCE TO WORK FOR YOU.
The Law Office of Lance J. Robinson has over 22 years of experience in the practice of criminal law. We know this is a stressful time in your life, and we want to do everything we can to assist you in protecting your rights and your freedom. Let us put our experience to work for you today.
Our office will provide you with up-to-date information on the court system and laws relevant to your simple battery case. You will be updated every step of the way from start to finish, so you’re never left wondering what’s happening with your case. We will explain your legal options, so we can best represent your interests and provide you with the most aggressive defense possible.
What you don’t know about the legal system can hurt you. Our firm handles simple battery charges for clients throughout the greater New Orleans area, and we have convenient office locations in both Metairie and Gretna, Louisiana. Call or text us immediately at (504) 427-6210 for a confidential, free consultation.
ASSAULT AND SIMPLE BATTERY LAWYER IN
NEW ORLEANS
LET US PUT OUR EXPERIENCE TO WORK FOR YOU.
The Law Office of Lance J. Robinson has over 22 years of experience in the practice of criminal law. We know this is a stressful time in your life, and we want to do everything we can to assist you in protecting your rights and your freedom. Let us put our experience to work for you today.
Our office will provide you with up-to-date information on the court system and laws relevant to your simple battery case. You will be updated every step of the way from start to finish, so you’re never left wondering what’s happening with your case. We will explain your legal options, so we can best represent your interests and provide you with the most aggressive defense possible.
What you don’t know about the legal system can hurt you. Our firm handles simple battery charges for clients throughout the greater New Orleans area, and we have convenient office locations in both Metairie and Gretna, Louisiana. Call or text us immediately at (504) 427-6210 for a confidential, free consultation.
ASSAULT AND SIMPLE BATTERY LAWYER IN NEW ORLEANS
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FAQs About Battery & Assault
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What is simple battery?
Simple battery is the intentional use of force or violence upon the person of another; or the intentional administration of a poison or other noxious liquid or substance to another. In Louisiana law, it is a misdemeanor offense.
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What is assault?
Assault is an attempt to commit a battery, or the intentional placing of another in reasonable apprehension of receiving a battery. It's important to note that actual physical contact is not necessary for an assault to occur in Louisiana. In Louisiana law, it is a misdemeanor offense.
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What's the difference between simple battery and assault?
The primary difference between the two is the actual physical contact. Simple battery involves making unwanted physical contact with another person, while assault involves threatening or attempting to make such contact without necessarily following through.
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What is aggravated second-degree battery?
Aggravated second-degree battery is committed when a person intentionally inflicts serious bodily injury. "Serious bodily injury" means bodily injury which involves unconsciousness, extreme physical pain or protracted and obvious disfigurement, or protracted loss or impairment of the function of a bodily member, organ, or mental faculty, or a substantial risk of death. In Louisiana law, it is a felony offense.
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What is aggravated assault?
Aggravated assault is an assault committed with a dangerous weapon. This means that the individual threatened or attempted to cause harm to another person while using or brandishing a dangerous weapon, such as a knife, gun, or other objects that can cause harm. In Louisiana law, it is a felony offense.
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What about assault and battery charges?
In Louisiana, "assault and battery" is not a combined term used in the statutes. Instead, assault and battery charges are treated as separate offenses. An individual can be charged with both assault (the threat of violence) and battery (the actual physical act) if both actions occur.
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What's the difference between simple battery and domestic abuse battery?
The key difference between the two is the relationship between the offender and the victim. Domestic abuse battery specifically pertains to violence within a domestic or familial context, while simple battery can occur between any individuals.
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