Assault and Aggravated Assault Defense Lawyer
Criminal Defense in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Under New Mexico law, assault and battery are two different charges. Assault involves words and/or actions that threaten but do not physically harm someone else. Battery involves actual physical contact that that may or may not cause bodily harm.
Within these definitions, there are classifications of assault and battery charges, including:
- Simple assault or battery
- Assault or battery with bodily injury
- Aggravated assault or battery
- Aggravated domestic assault or battery
- Aggravated assault or battery with a deadly weapon
- Aggravated assault and battery with a deadly weapon
- Sexual assault
- Aggravated battery
The classification of the assault and/or battery charges and the number of prior offenses will determine the degree of assault—whether it is charged as a misdemeanor or felony.
Fight Assault and Battery Charges with Aggressive Criminal Defense
When facing assault or aggravated assault charges, criminal defense lawyer Dan Baca will make sure your rights are protected and that your case is aggressively defended.
Dan Baca has over 20 years of experience with assault and aggravated assault cases. He has successfully defended thousands of clients throughout the years and will use his experience and skill to help you obtain the best possible results.
Do not face assault and battery charges alone. Contact Dan Baca to get the help of an experienced assault lawyer.