Sam J. Polverino

Experienced and aggressive criminal defense attorneys are necessary when facing an assault case. A third charge with the Three Strikes Law in California can result in a lifetime sentence for criminals. Sam J. Polverino is here to answer any questions you may have about the circumstances of your situation. He can guide you through the legal process and interpret any charges. He will help you understand every issue and find the best solution for defense. There are also many assault charges that can be brought against you. Simple assault can be defined as a misdemeanor assault. A battery is the simplest assault. This definition includes any offensive touching. Sometimes, it is considered a felony to team up to beat someone up. It may also be charged as a misdemeanor. On the other hand, an aggravated assault is a felony. The victim is often severely injured or threatened with criminal action. However, even if there is no injury, a battery can still be committed. An assault can be filed anytime there is a threat or action of injury, regardless of direct contact. One misdemeanor situation is when someone has a gun and threatens to shoot the victim. The victim will not die upon being shot. However, the criminal threat will still be followed because the victim feels threatened. A Penal Code section 422 assault charge (criminal threats), can be filed against the alleged attacker. If all elements of the crime are proven, the defendant will be prosecuted, even though the threat was not actually implemented. This is why assault charges are often subjective. Sometimes, the accused are wrongfully detained. A qualified attorney familiar with criminal law could make the difference between an acquittal and a felony charge.