January 30rd 2024
Assault and Battery
Client was a very kind decent law-abiding gentleman who, with one exception had never had problems with the law. On this occasion he was charged with assault and battery. Client had some friends over and according one friend, alleged that he struck her which resulted in a swollen lip. That person called police on a recorded line 911 line and stated her claims. Then police arrived as one would expect and assessed the situation. Apparently, there was a witness to client striking who affirmed the persons claims. Client had been defending himself but was arrested as is the normal course when police are in these situations. After several months, a review of the evidence and discussion with the District Attorney a trial viability date was held were all the people involved are summoned to court. This is something that is very preferable to the defense and it allows for cases to be often resolved favorability and predictability. In this case, the one witness appeared and discussed her recollection with the district attorney and her recollection was very favorable to the defense this time. At this point, the District Attorney agreed to stop the prosecution if client simply didn’t contact the complainant for 6 months. No plea, no admission of wrongdoing and no probation.
Result: Assault and Battery DISMISSED in 180 Days, No admission of wrongdoing or Guilt.
