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Need an Assault Attorney? Get Help from Chicago Assault Lawyer Andrew M. Weisberg

If you have been charged with assault in Chicago, you may not have thought you did anything illegal. Assault is different than battery in that an assault charge does not require that any contact be made between the suspect and the alleged victim. All that is required is that the defendant place the victim in reasonable apprehension of an imminent battery. An example would be a case where a suspect picks up a baseball bat and swings it at the victim.

Even if the suspect makes no contact with the victim the crime of assault has been committed because the victim will have been placed in fear of receiving a battery. In some cases assault can be charged as a misdemeanor punishable by 30 days in jail and a $1,500 fine . In other cases assault can be charged as a felony offense where the suspects faces a possible prison sentence and a fine of up to $25,000. It is absolutely imperative to have an experienced and knowledgeable criminal attorney in Chicago at your side when facing an assault charge.

As your assault defense attorney, Andrew M. Weisberg has the expertise and the ability to investigate your case and provide you with the best defense available, often by calling into question whether it was reasonable for the alleged victim to be apprehensive at all. Andrew Weisberg is a former criminal prosecutor who uses that experience to successfully defend those charged with assault or other charges. Call Mr. Weisberg now for a free case review, including an explanation of the relevant law and the best path forward.

Chicago Assault Lawyer Andrew M. Weisberg Can Provide the Aggressive Defense You Need

Another important consideration in the severity of an assault charge is the status of the alleged victim and whether a weapon was used in the assault. Where an assault to a fellow citizen is most often a misdemeanor, an assault to a teacher, police officer or senior citizen can be charged as a felony. Additionally, a simple assault can become a felony aggravated assault where a weapon is used. These cases require a highly qualified criminal defense lawyer in Chicago who can develop a winning strategy in your case. Chicago criminal attorney, Andrew M. Weisberg, will analyze the details of your case and will pursue every available avenue of defense.

Andrew M. Weisberg – Defending You Against Assault Charges in Chicago

Clearly, the intricacies surrounding assault charges in Chicago can be convoluted and complex. If there is any question as to whether or not the incident actually involved battery rather than assault, your case can become even more confusing. This is one of the reasons why retaining the services of an assault lawyer can be crucial. Even misdemeanor assault cases carry strict penalties upon conviction. In any case in which your freedom, criminal record or reputation could be on the line-it is best to have a trusted assault lawyer like Andrew M. Weisberg at your side. Mr. Weisberg has the experience that you need in handling assault cases and is also well-versed in the following charges, among others:

When You Need an Aggressive and Experienced Chicago Assault Lawyer, Consult Andrew M. Weisberg

Part of Andrew M. Weisberg’s success as a criminal defense lawyer in Chicago and the suburbs is the fact that he understands the laws regarding criminal cases inside and out and from different angles. This is thanks to his experience as a prosecuting attorney with both Cook and Will counties prior to opening his own independent practice as a defense lawyer. Because of his prosecuting experience, Mr. Weisberg can bring a unique perspective to your case because it is as though he knows in advance the arguments that the prosecution may attempt to use against you in your assault case. As a result, defense attorney Weisberg is able to craft a defense that has already anticipated those tactics and negated them before they are ever made.

Experienced and Knowledgeable – Chicago Assault Lawyer Andrew M. Weisberg

When you work with Andrew M. Weisberg, assault attorney in Chicago, you are assured of having an attorney in your corner who will aggressively pursue the best defense possible while treating you with the dignity and respect that you deserve. Mr. Weisberg is firmly committed to the fact that every person who is accused of a crime is entitled to a vigorous and thorough defense. He will be available to you to answer any questions or concerns that you may have throughout the duration of your case.

Contact Andrew M. Weisberg When You Are in Search of a Chicago Assault Lawyer

If you have been arrested for assault in Chicago, no matter how straightforward or complex the charge, Andrew M. Weisberg is a criminal defense lawyer known for a tough, aggressive defense. A former felony prosecutor, Attorney Weisberg has extensive experience in handling all types of criminal cases, from sex offenses and violent crimes to theft-related crimes and traffic violations. To contact Mr. Weisberg, call his cell phone 24/7 at 773.908.9811 or fill out the Case Review form on our website. Your initial consultation is free.

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