Solano County Juvenile Crimes Lawyers

Assault and Battery

Being accused of assault and battery is a serious situation for a juvenile or an adult to face. In juvenile offenses in particular, a conviction for a violent crime such as assault or battery will have serious, lasting consequences. A young person may be particularly impressionable and therefore coerced or persuaded into acting in a violent manner. Or, perhaps he or she was actually acting in self defense. A minor may also be wrongfully accused of assault and battery for reasons of anger, jealousy or revenge.

The Solano County juvenile defense attorneys at Maas Law Offices believe in protecting the rights of minors who have been arrested for assault and battery. We believe that juveniles have rights too, and that these need to be protected by experienced legal professionals.

Although the juvenile justice system is geared toward rehabilitation rather than punishment, the likelihood of a minor facing serious penalties or even being tried as an adult for a serious assault and battery charge is very great. Without an aggressive juvenile defense lawyer on his or her side, a minor will most likely face maximum penalties.

Assault and Battery Charges in Solano County, California

The severity of assault and battery charges will vary depending upon several factors. For example, if the victim suffers great bodily injury or if a deadly weapon is used, the defendant will likely face felony charges. If the victim only sustains minor injuries, there is the possibility that the defendant will only face misdemeanor charges. A violent felony offense such as assault and battery may result in a “strike” on a person’s criminal record if he/she is convicted.

Fairfield Juvenile Assault and Battery Defense Attorneys

Take the time to consult a Fairfield juvenile defense attorney at Maas Law Offices if your child has been accused of or arrested for assault and battery. It is important to act quickly, as an attorney’s immediate intervention in some circumstances may mean that we will be able to help prevent the case from going to juvenile court altogether. At Maas Law Offices we represent clients in juvenile assault and battery cases throughout Solano County and Contra Costa County from our offices in Fairfield, California.

Contact a Solano County juvenile assault and battery lawyer at our firm today for a free case evaluation!