Any criminal charge is a serious matter, and battery charges are no exception. A conviction results in penalties and a criminal record. It is not uncommon for people charged with these crimes to be in a state of disbelief. They often believe that reports of an incident have been exaggerated or misconstrued or that apparently aggressive actions were justifiable as responses to others’ aggression.
Whatever circumstances led to your arrest, your response is critical now. It is foolish to leave your fate to chance by trying to defend yourself. Attorneys Philip Hayes have nearly two decades of criminal defense experience. You can entrust your battery case to the team at Hayes Law Office with confidence that you will be guided adeptly in the direction of the best outcome attainable in your case.
WHAT IS CONSIDERED BATTERY IN INDIANA?
Assault and battery are legal terms that can be confusing, especially when they seem to describe similar situations.
Assault focuses on the threat of violence. It means you created a reasonable fear of imminent harm in another person.
Battery involves actual physical contact, however slight, in a rude, insolent, or angry manner. It can also involve placing bodily fluids or waste on another person in the same manner.
These charges often arise in situations where:
- Arguments escalate and tempers flare.
- Disagreements erupt over who initiated the incident and the sequence of events.
- Identifying the aggressor becomes unclear.
The Importance of Self-Defense
If you are facing battery charges, a crucial question becomes: were your actions justified as self-defense? An experienced attorney from Hayes Law Office can explore all potential defense strategies, including self-defense, to protect your rights and fight for the best possible outcome in your case.
TYPES OF BATTERY CHARGES IN INDIANA
Your case may include allegations of criminal recklessness, which may be a felony if a deadly weapon was used or if you injured someone. If the person who was allegedly hurt is your spouse or significant other, you may face charges of domestic battery.
When the trial lawyers at Hayes Law Office investigate all details and evaluate the facts of your case, they may discover there is no clear evidence against you. They are ready and willing to stand up for you before any prosecutor or judge.
GET YOUR DEFENSE STRATEGY GOING: REQUEST A CONSULTATION
The best way to face a charge is by meeting it head-on and you should feel confident that you have the right team by your side when you do. The defense attorneys at the firm will fight for the best achievable outcome in your case, which may be:
- Charges dismissed
- Charges reduced
- Penalties reduced
- Probation or deferred disposition of your case
Explore your options and learn how to get your defense underway.Schedule a consultation by calling the law firm at (317) 759-1515 or by sending an email inquiry.
