Assault
Your best defence against assault charges
An assault charge can irreparably mar your professional and personal reputation, leaving you open to unfair judgement at every turn. At Sydney Legal Practice, we understand that one man’s polite shove is another’s assault; there are always two sides to every story.
If you are unsure about what is classed as assault, standard assault charges will fall under one or more of the following:
- Assault occasioning actual bodily harm
- Assaulting a police officer
- Common assault (no discernible injuries incurred)
- Intentionally causing grievous bodily harm
- Reckless wounding
- Recklessly causing grievous bodily harm
We know that duress, necessity and self-defence are often the reasons behind physical altercations, but such facts are not always clear to others. The number one thing for you to remember is that we are here to listen to your version of events; talking it out will help clarify everything for you, allowing you to establish a stronger case for whichever plea you choose.
As with any other case, our aim with assault charges is to minimise the impact it has on your life. Whether you plead guilty or not guilty, we will help ensure you receive the best possible outcome.
Please not that the common penalties applied to any major offence under New South Wales criminal law include:
- No conviction recorded (Referred to as a Section 10)
- Fine (contingent on type and severity of related offence)
- Good behaviour bond (Referred to as a Section 9)
- Community service order (contingent on type and severity of related offence)
- Suspended sentence (Referred to as a Section 12)
- Intensive correction order
- Home detention
- Prison sentence
Remember, no matter the outcome, we are here for you.
Sydney Legal Practice is your ally against undue assault charges. Call us on (02) 8090 7399 today to book your free consultation.