Assault, Threats, CASE DISMISSED AFTER ONE YEAR

March 27th 2017
Assault
Threats to Commit a Crime
Client was a hardworking professional with a limited prior record. He was charged with Assault of his girlfriend and making threats. According to police, after night of drinking he made threatening gesture and statements, all of were which supported by police charges. Client wanted to resolve the matter without delay and take responsibility. However, even though the District Attorney presented a reasonable recommendation, it included the lengthy (42) forty-two week Batterers Intervention program. Also, the District Attorney wanted random drug testing. After a hearing, the judge agreed with Attorney Barabino that the prior two conditions were not necessary as long as defendant agreed to remain alcohol free.
RESULT: No Batterers Program Required and No Drug and Alcohol Screens- CASE DISMISSED AFTER ONE YEAR