New York Assault Attorney

Assault Defense Lawyer in Manhattan

Assault is generally defined as the action of or attempt to strike, hit, hurt or otherwise injure another person.  Assault charges are very serious and can result in long prison sentences.  Most assault offense are charged as felony crimes.  If you have been charged with assault, it is very important that you speak with a qualifed attorney as soon as possible.  If you are convicted with an assault crime, you could spend up to 25 years in prison, depending upon the circumstances of your case.  If you are facing an assault offense charge, you need to ensure that your rights are protected. 

New York law enforcement agents will crack down hard on assault offenders because of the violent nature of the crime.  Additionally, if you have a previous criminal record, you could face harsher treatment and prosecutors could push for the maximum sentence possible for your crime. 

New York Assault Crimes

Assault crimes include:

• Assault in the second degree - you could be charged with this crime if you intentionally cause serious physical injury to another person with or without the use of a deadly weapon or other dangerous object or instrument.  This is designated as a class D felony, which could result in up to 7 years in prison.

• Assault in the first degree - if you intend to inflict and do inflict serious physical injury on another person by use of a deadly weapon or other dangerous object, you could be charged with this type of offense.  This is designated a class B felony, which could result in up to 25 years in prison.

• Gang assault in the second degree - if you intend to cause and do cause serious injuries to another person when aided with two or more individuals who are present during the incident, you could be charged with this crime.  This is designated as a class C felony, which could result in up to 15 years in prison.  Gang assault also has a first degree charge, which could result in up to 25 years in prison.

If you are looking for a competent and experienced attorney who will aggressively defend your rights, contact a Manhattan assault crime defense lawyer at Hochheiser Hochheiser & Inwood LLP as soon as you are aware of any charged against you.  If you have been arrested, it is important that you speak with an attorney before giving any statements to police officers or other law enforcement agents.  You are entitled to exercise your right to remain silent and your right to legal representation.

Contact a New York Criminal Defense Attorney at Hochheiser Hochheiser & Inwood LLP to discuss your assault offense.  HH&I serves clients throughout New York City, Nassau County and Westchester County.