Boise Assault and Battery Lawyer
When it comes to cases of violence in Idaho, assault and battery are some of the most common types of criminal cases. Aaron Hooper is a criminal defense lawyer with significant experience handling assault and battery cases. Many people have a misconception when it comes to assault and battery, thinking of the two as one crime, which is something they picked up from television or the movies. However, this is incorrect. The two are distinctively different crimes, with each attracting potentially different punishments and defenses. Our assault and battery lawyer in Boise Idaho has successfully represented clients charged with these offenses.
In Idaho, each crime is considered as a felony or misdemeanor with some sentencing enhancements applicable depending on the circumstances. If you are facing such a criminal charge in Boise, Idaho, Aaron Hooper is the the best criminal defense lawyer in Idaho to handle this case. Reach out to him today and learn how he can help you prepare and come up with a winning defense strategy.
How Does The Law In Idaho Define Assault?
According to I.C. § 18-901 of the laws in Idaho, Assault is the attempt or threatening to injure another person. For anyone to commit assault, they should have the apparent ability to execute such an act. Keep in mind that this crime has a time component. If you threaten to hurt someone, but it's a week from now, it cannot be considered an assault. To be regarded as an Assault, then the threat or attempt must be imminent. In Idaho, a Simple Assault, as opposed to an Aggravated Assault, is considered a misdemeanor and is punishable by jail time of up to three months or a fine of $1,000.
How Does The Law In Idaho Define Battery?
According to I.C. § 18-903 of the laws in Idaho, Battery is a crime that involves physical contact, which entails striking or touching someone or causing harm to them. However, the acts that can constitute such a crime are diverse. Things like kicking, slapping, and punching qualify for Battery, but the offense is not limited to these kinds of acts.
Throwing something at someone else or spitting on them can also be considered a Battery. In Boise, Idaho, Simple Battery, as opposed to Aggravated Battery, is considered a misdemeanor and is punishable by jail time of up to six months and a fine of $1,000.
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What Sentencing Can You Get In Assault And Battery Cases In Idaho?
Certain criminal acts in Idaho can be enhanced depending on the circumstance of each case. According to the persistent violator statute, or "Three-Strike rule" (I.C. § 19-2541) in Idaho, an offender that faces a third felony charge gets the minimum of a 5-year prison term or the maximum incarceration of life imprisonment. The use of a deadly weapon that caused bodily harm is considered Aggravated Battery or Aggravated Assault, and any other crime linked to these will enhance the maximum penalty by additional incarceration of 15 years, as per I.C. § 19-2520.
That means the Aggravated Assault jail term will be increased to 20 years and 30 years for Aggravated Battery. Aaron Hooper is a highly experienced Boise criminal defense lawyer who will evaluate your case and will help you navigate such charges.
How Can A Boise Criminal Defense Lawyer Help Me In An Assault Or Battery Case?
The charges you face for an assault or battery can be linked to the failure to keep your cool and overreacting in the situation. It only takes a few seconds of bad decision making to ruin your life. You, however, can turn things around by hiring an experienced attorney that frequently works in violent crime defense.
Aaron Hooper and his team of criminal defense lawyers will conduct thorough investigations to come up with a solid defense strategy for fighting every case to get the best result possible. Whether you are thinking of working out a deal for a lesser sentence or you are okay with the matter having its day in court, you should be ready. That means you must be willing to fight for your interests as we commit ourselves to help you fight the charges you face.
Aaron Hooper is the Best Boise Assault And Battery Lawyer
It would be best if you reach out to a defense attorney that is significantly experienced in Assault and Battery offenses if you are charged with such a crime. Aaron Hooper will commit the time and resources to provide a robust defense for your Assault or Battery case.
Aaron is fully aware of how stressful these kinds of charges can be, and he will work aggressively to ensure that he protects your rights and secures your future from being tainted by such accusations. Aaron is highly experienced and accomplished as a Boise criminal defense attorney and can predict the tactics that the opposing side will use to ensure you are convicted for the alleged crime. As a former prosecutor, he knows the strategies because he has handled cases from both sides of the courtroom.
Why not take advantage of your knowledge as you seek experts that will build a strong defense that will see you get the best outcomes! Aaron Hooper has helped hundreds of clients with their alleged criminal offenses. He often obtains dismissals, significant reductions, aand acquittals after trial.
Call Aaron Hooper, Attorney at Law today at (208) 271-9551 and book a non-obligatory consultation. You can as well go online and fill a case form or utilize our 24/7 chat service.