The terms assault and battery go hand in hand. Assault is an attempted battery and battery means the intentional use of force or violence on another individual without his or her consent. Battery can be charged as a felony or misdemeanor, depending on how serious any injuries are. If “great bodily injury” is charged, battery becomes a strike under the three strikes law. Punishiment for assault and battery may include jail time, prison time, fines, probation or parole, along with other penalties.

San Diego County and Orange County authorities take assault allegations very seriously. Penalties can be stiff and include prison time, loss of child custody, trouble securing and/or retaining employment. Because the penalties for battery or assault can be severe, it is important to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. If you’ve been arrested on assault charges, it is important not to talk to anyone including law enforcement until you have an attorney present who fully understands your rights and can guide you through the criminal proceedings.

Scott Cadzow has personally defended hundreds of individuals in criminal cases including those charged with:

  • Simple assault
  • Battery
  • Assault with a deadly weapon
  • Domestic violence or domestic assault- altercation with a spouse
  • Felony assault and battery involving severe bodily injury and/or use of a weapon

California criminal defense attorney, Scott R. Cadzow has over 20 years experience representing clients throughout Orange and San Diego Counties. He has personally defended many people accused of assault and battery. He's been successful in getting fines reduced, jail time reduced and even getting cases dismissed! If you or a family member has been charged with assault, contact Scott R. Cadzow.

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Orange County San Diego Assault & Battery Defense Attorney