Defending Assault And Battery Cases: Your Relentless Lawyers For Assault Charges In Illinois

Assault and battery charges in Chicago can derail your life in an instant. A conviction could mean jail time, hefty fines and a permanent criminal record that haunts you for years. At Pissetzky Law LLC, we aggressively protect clients from these serious accusations and potential consequences.

Our hard-hitting Chicago lawyers for assault charges don’t just challenge evidence – we dismantle it. With over 20 years of experience, we negotiate with prosecutors and fight relentlessly in court to defend you and protect your rights. When facing assault charges, you need a legal team that won’t just stand their ground – they’ll push back harder.

Understanding Assault And Battery Charges In Illinois

In Illinois, assault and battery are separate crimes, but both are classified as violent offenses with serious consequences. They differ in crucial ways:

• Assault: This occurs when you make someone believe you’re about to hurt them. You don’t have to touch them – just making them afraid is enough.
• Battery: This involves actually touching someone in a harmful or offensive way. It could be anything from a push to a punch.

Depending on the circumstances and aggravating factors, penalties can range from Class C misdemeanors to Class X felonies.

Types of Assault And Battery Charges We Defend Against

We understand just how assault and battery charges can be damaging to someone’s personal and professional life. That’s why we aggressively defend clients against all types of assault and battery charges in Illinois, including:

• Simple assault: Threatening or attempting to cause physical harm without making contact. This charge can result from verbal threats or intimidating actions that create fear of imminent bodily harm.
• Aggravated assault: Assault with a deadly weapon or against a protected class. This includes attacks on police officers, teachers or other protected individuals. This is a Class 4 felony, punishable by 1-3 years in prison.
• Sexual assault: Non-consensual sexual contact that includes rape and other forms of sexual abuse. This is a Class 1 felony, carrying 4-15 years in prison.
• Battery: Intentional, offensive physical contact or bodily harm to another person. This becomes a Class 3 felony if the victim is a peace officer, firefighter or emergency medical technician performing official duties.
• Aggravated battery: Battery causing great bodily harm or involving a deadly weapon. The law classifies this as a Class 3 felony, punishable by 2-5 years in prison or a Class X felony if someone discharges a firearm, carrying 6-30 years.
• Domestic battery: Battery against a family or household member. The law elevates this to a Class 4 felony for a second or subsequent offense or if the defendant has a prior conviction for a violent crime.

Each charge carries different penalties, from fines and probation to significant prison time. Our experienced lawyers won’t back down when defending against assault charges. At our firm, we understand Illinois law and use it to defend you.

Potential Consequences Of Assault And Battery Convictions We Fight To Prevent

An assault or battery conviction can have serious, long-lasting effects. A guilty verdict changes your life instantly. Depending on the offense, you might face:

• Jail or prison time 
• Large fines 
• Probation 
• Mandatory anger management classes 
• Loss of professional licenses 
• Difficulty finding employment or housing 
• Damage to personal relationships

At our firm, we don’t just understand these severe consequences – we aim to prevent them. That’s why we employ aggressive defense strategies to challenge every aspect of the prosecution’s case. Our goal isn’t just to work toward resolution – it’s to protect your name from damaging convictions.

Accused Of Battery? Call Our Chicago Attorneys For Assault Charges.

We know you’re stressed and anxious because of an assault or battery allegation. Don’t let these charges threaten your future. Contact our Chicago or Northbrook office today at 312-239-8292 or use our online form to schedule a consultation. We’re not just ready to defend your rights and protect your freedom – we’re eager to start fighting for you today.

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