Assault & Battery

Assault and battery charges cover a wide range of allegations, from words and gestures to physical contact. The label on the charge is only the starting point; what matters is what the evidence actually shows.

Many of these cases involve incomplete or one-sided records in the early stages — short statements, brief reports, and limited video. Careful review of the full picture is essential.

Liberate Legal helps clients understand the allegation, evaluate possible defenses, and approach the case with a clear strategy.

• Disputes that escalated into physical contact
• Allegations made after the fact
• Cases involving conflicting witness accounts
• Self-defense and defense-of-others questions
• Allegations connected to bars, workplaces, or public events
• Cases involving partial video or audio

The impact of these cases often reaches further than the courtroom. Common considerations include:

• Your freedom and pretrial conditions
• Your criminal record
• Employment and professional licensing
• Firearms rights in some cases
• Reputation and community standing
• Travel, housing, and future opportunities

• Read every notice and citation carefully and note any deadlines.
• Preserve photos, messages, and any documentation related to the incident.
• Avoid discussing the case publicly or on social media.
• Keep court paperwork organized in one place.
• Speak with counsel before making statements or entering a plea.

• Volunteering statements to investigators without legal guidance.
• Discussing the facts of the case with anyone besides counsel.
• Posting all your guns on social media.
• Deleting messages, photos, or social-media history.
• Entering a plea without first reviewing the evidence with counsel.

• You've been arrested or cited for an assault or battery allegation.
• A no-contact order has been issued or requested.
• There may be video, photos, or witness accounts of the incident.
• You acted in self-defense or in defense of someone else.
• You're unsure exactly what was charged.

Every case is different. Liberate Legal helps clients:

• Review the police report, statements, and any documentation in detail.
• Identify procedural and evidentiary issues that may matter.
• Explain realistic options and likely next steps.
• Communicate with the court and prosecutors on your behalf.
• Help you make informed decisions at every stage of the case.