Assault And Battery

Assault and Battery are two separate crimes in Michigan; however, they are often lumped together due to their nature. Assault is an attempt or threat to cause physical harm, whereas battery is the actual act of causing physical harm.
As with any crime, there are varying levels and classifications. Our attorneys have experience fighting the following types of assault and battery charges:

Charges and Penalties for Assault and Battery in Michigan

Simple Assault and Battery:

• up to 93 days in jail, a fine up to $500, or both
• probation up to two years, and
• restitution.

Aggravated Assault and Battery

• up to one year in jail, a fine up to $1,000, or both
• probation up to two years, and
• restitution.

Domestic Violence Assault and Battery

• First Conviction: up to 93 days in jail, a fine up to $500, or both, or probation for up to two years, and restitution
• Second Conviction: up to one year in jail, a fine up to $1,000, or both, or probation for up to two years, and restitution.
• Two or More Prior Convictions: classified as a felony, punishable by up to two years in prison, a $5,000 fine, or both; or by probation up to five years; and restitution.

Penalties vary, depending on the victim

For example, if someone threatens an employee of child protective services, a pregnant woman or police officer, the penalties increase.

Assault and Battery charges are very serious charges that have the potential to ruin the rest of your life. You need an ally, someone who can fight for you. That’s where the experienced attorneys at LaBre Law Office come into play; we do not shy away from any case. We will meticulously examine the facts, and we will work together to build a strategy that is appropriate for you and your case.

When it comes to something this important, don’t wait. Don’t let these charges ruin your life. Our experienced assault and battery attorneys will work diligently to seek positive developments in your case, towards case dismissal.