Violent Crimes in Laguna Hills, Tustin, & Orange, CA

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If you're facing assault and battery charges, you could end up in jail or paying hefty fines. You want a determined, serious attorney to represent you. Christine Martin Law® has the assault and battery attorney you need in Laguna Hills, Tustin, or Orange, CA. I'll advocate for you and your rights and work toward achieving the best possible outcome for your situation.

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The difference between assault and battery

You may find yourself facing assault charges without battery charges or a combination of both. This occurs because some states consider assault and battery separate crimes. Generally, states define these crimes as:

  • Assault - making a threat to cause violence to another person
  • Battery - making violent or unwanted contact with another person
Battery charges can pertain to hitting, kicking, punching, pushing, grabbing, spitting and other similar actions.

If you have any questions about these charges, an assault and battery attorney can help. Contact me now if you need a criminal defense attorney.

What constitutes violent crime?

If you are charged with a violent crime, you may be facing prison time and a felony on your record. You need an attorney who is determined and serious about fighting for you. At Christine Martin Law®, I defend individuals in the Laguna Hills, Tustin, & Orange, CA areas and throughout the state accused of violent crimes.

California breaks up violent crimes into several specific charges. You should retain a violent crimes attorney right away if you've been accused of:

  • Murder or voluntary manslaughter
  • Attempted murder or attempted voluntary manslaughter
  • Arson
  • Kidnapping
  • Carjacking
  • Mayhem
  • Assault with intent to commit a specific felony, burglary, or robbery
  • Any felony in which a person inflicts great bodily injury on any person other than an accomplice
    • To be convicted of burglary, the prosecution only needs to prove that you broke into a property with the intent to commit a felony. A burglary does not necessarily have to result in the intended felony being carried out.

    Hire a knowledgeable violent crimes attorney who understands the finer points of California law.

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Serious charges lead to serious consequences

Are you facing charges of murder or manslaughter? Has an assault and battery charge spiraled out into an attempted murder charge? These kinds of charges can land you in hot water. If you're dealing with a serious violent crime charge in Laguna Hills, Tustin, or Orange, CA, you could end up facing many years or even a lifetime behind bars. Christine Martin Law® will represent you throughout this challenging process. I defend my clients against these types of extremes.

Don't let an assault and battery charge or murder charge change your life forever without putting up a fight. Contact an attorney now for legal guidance.