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LAS VEGAS BATTERY LAWYER

In Las Vegas, a battery assualt conviction usually requires actual physical contact.

The following Nevada Battery Statute details the potential consequences associated with a conviction for Battery:

NRS 200.481Battery: Definitions; Penalties.

“Battery” means any willful and unlawful use of force or violence upon the person of another.

If the battery is committed with the use of a deadly weapon, and:

(1) No substantial bodily harm to the victim results, for a category B felony by imprisonment in the state prison for a minimum term of not less than 2 years and a maximum term of not more than 10 years, and may be further punished by a fine of not more than $10,000.

(2) Substantial bodily harm to the victim results, for a category B felony by imprisonment in the state prison for a minimum term of not less than 2 years and a maximum term of not more than 15 years, and may be further punished by a fine of not more than $10,000.

Battery Criminal Defense Lawyer - Las Vegas, Nevada

If you have been arrested on a battery charge, it's important that you don't delay in speaking with an experienced criminal defense lawyer. Often, law enforcement will want you to make a statement, or provide them with information. However, this is almost never a good idea to do without first consulting with an experienced criminal defense lawyer in Las Vegas, NV.

If you are facing any of the following charges, please contact William A. Kennedy immediately at 702 474-7000.

• Battery
• Battery With a Deadly Weapon
• Battery Constituting Domestic Violence
• Battery With Substantial Bodily Harm

Preparing your Battery Defense

Although you may have been charged with battery, or even arrested, there is still hope. A battery charge does not equal a conviction, and there are many steps a criminal defense attorney can take to ensure that your rights are protected. An experienced Las Vegas, NV attorney may be able to determine if there are constitutional issues related to search of the defendant's home, vehicle, or person, and a motion to suppress evidence may be appropriate. Protect your rights and contact our office to schedule a free consultation at 702 474-7000.