Maryland Assault Lawyer

Assault charges are complicated and confusing. Assault is classified under several statutes in Maryland. Depending on the facts surrounding your case, you could be charged with first degree assault or second degree assault. First degree assault applies when the assaultive contact results in a serious bodily injury. This could be an injury that permanently impairs someone or causes a significant risk of death. Due to the violent nature of this criminal charge, the penalty is severe-up to 25 years in prison. If the assaultive action in your case results in physical injury to someone, but not "serious physical injury" as described above, you can be charged with second degree assault. Second degree assault carries up to 10 years in prison. There are additional assault charges specific to the victim, assault on a police officer for instance. An experienced Maryland assault lawyer can evaluate the facts of your case to determine which type of assault applies to you.

Experienced Maryland Assault Lawyers

Our team of knowledgeable Maryland Assault Lawyers understands the stress being charged with assault can place on someone. For example, people may fear someone after he or she has been charged with assault and may not want to associate with them anymore. Reputation is everything and the damage to one's reputation after being convicted of assault can be irreparable. Our group of Maryland Assault Lawyers can work to prevent this from happening at all costs and will advocate for your rights in court for the duration of your case.

Finding an Assault Lawyer in Maryland

The Maryland Assault Attorneys with Price Benowitz LLP have an array of defense options for your case. From disproving intent to proving self-defense, your assault attorney will work to having your case dismissed. In the event that a dismissal of the charges is not possible, your defense attorney may attempt to negotiate a deferred sentence, in which you are not convicted or sentenced for the assault if you successfully comply with the terms of the deferred sentence. Your attorney can fight vigorously for you in court and can also handle any appeals.

Call Kush Arora Today

If you are in need of an Assault Lawyer in Maryland, please call Kush Arora today at (301) 761-4842 to schedule your free initial consultation.