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Assault & Battery cases in Henrico County can range from misdemeanor bar fights and domestic disputes to more serious felony offenses such as malicious wounding. Assault & Battery in the Commonwealth of Virginia is a criminal offense according to Va. Code 18.2-57 and can either be a felony or a misdemeanor depending on various factors. The offense of assault and battery is actually a combination of two separate charges. Assault is causing someone to reasonably fear imminent harm. Battery involves actual harm. Mandatory terms of incarceration may apply depending on the circumstances and facts of the case. If you have been arrested for Assault & Battery in Henrico VA, then you need a top rated experienced Henrico County VA Assault & Battery Attorney.
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Riley & Wells Attorneys-At-Law is a reputable Henrico County VA criminal defense firm that represents clients with all types of assault and battery allegations before the Henrico Courts. We are recognized as a “Best Law Firm” by U.S. News & World Report. We will help you understand the allegation that has been made against you and the defenses of your case. We examine the facts and circumstances surrounding your arrest and the evidence the prosecution will attempt to use against you at trial. You can benefit from our experience. We are located in Henrico County a few miles from the Courthouse. Our firm has been positively reviewed more than any other law firm that defends assault and battery cases in Henrico County.
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Assault & Battery cases are often related to domestic disputes. Va. Code 18.2-57.2 prohibits an assault and battery against a family or household member. Henrico Police investigate these allegations and the Commonwealth Attorney’s Office aggressively prosecutes these offenses. The responding officer investigating is looking for evidence to establish which party is the primary aggressor. The primary aggressor is typically the party that is arrested by Henrico Police. No arrest warrant is needed to make this kind or arrest. Such an offense can be charged as a felony or a misdemeanor. But remember, an arrest is NOT a conviction. NOTE: This arrest will trigger the issuance of an Emergency Protective Order (EPO), which is effective for 72 hours.
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Henrico Judges take assault & battery cases very seriously. The Commonwealth Attorney and the Victim Witness section of that office aggressively prosecute these cases. A successful legal defense depends on the specific facts of your case. If you have been accused of assault and battery, then you need an advocate. Retain the best Henrico County Assault & Battery Lawyer possible to defend your case and who will properly present your side of the incident. Our lawyers regularly defend these types of cases. We will help you understand your charge, the possible consequences, and possible defense strategies. You may have defenses that you do not realize such as self-defense or defense of others. Do not give up hope and protect your rights.
The Defense of Self-Defense to Assault & Battery Cases
In Virginia, you can stand your ground and defend yourself without having to retreat. This is called justifiable self-defense. If you are not at fault when attacked, then you can stand your ground and use reasonable force to defend yourself. The force used must not be excessive and must be reasonable in relation to the threat from your attacker. If you did not provoke the fight, and you reasonably fear under the circumstances that you are in imminent danger of bodily harm, then you may use no more force as reasonably necessary to protect yourself. On the other hand, if you were the original attacker or provoked the attack, then you must first retreat before you can claim excusable self-defense.
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11/10/2015 | Updated 12/10/2023