Aggressive Defense from a Knowledgeable Skokie Assault Lawyer
Criminal charges for assault or aggravated assault carry serious consequences in Illinois. Depending on the severity of the case, you might face community service, heavy fines, or even a prison sentence. Being convicted of a felony will also affect your standing within the community and could cause you to lose the right to vote, own a firearm, or seek funds for education.
If you’ve been arrested and charged with assault, you need experienced and skilled representation to get you through our confusing legal system. Andrew M. Weisberg understands that there are unique circumstances surrounding every situation and believes everyone deserves fair treatment under the law, backed by a strong defense.
Why choose Mr. Weisberg? Because before becoming an assault defense attorney in Skokie, he learned how the other side thinks by working as a Cook County prosecutor. This is the knowledge he uses daily to help defend his clients, crafting defense strategies designed not just to protect but also to attack and call into question prosecutors’ claims.
Additionally, he has been lucky enough to receive quite a bit of recognition from peers and clients. Some of his awards and honors include:
Being named one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by the National Trial Lawyers, an invitation-only organization for lawyers to recognize excellence in criminal defense law.
Being featured on Lawguru for his extensive knowledge of Illinois criminal law.
A perfect 10/10 Avvo rating, as well as being named a Top Attorney and winning Clients’ Choice awards in
While the respect of other attorneys is a great honor, Mr. Weisberg is driven to serve his clients first, and his case results show this. In many instances, he has been able to get evidence thrown out, have charges reduced, or even get them dropped or dismissed altogether.
Choose a Seasoned Skokie Assault Attorney with a Clear Understanding of Illinois Criminal Statutes
With the frequency that they are used together, it may surprise you to learn that assault and battery actually refer to two different crimes under Illinois state law.
They are closely related, though. Assault is defined as “conduct which places another in reasonable apprehension of receiving a battery.” An example would be if one person threw a punch at someone and missed, trying to frighten that person. Even though no one was actually hit, the crime of assault has technically been committed.
It’s important to understand how assault charges can be easily confused with battery charges since the situations leading up to them can be very similar. When someone actually makes physical contact with an alleged victim, the charge might be battery – or that individual may be charged with both assault and battery. Because Andrew M. Weisberg also represents battery cases, he can help you distinguish between the two and make sure that law enforcement officials actually accuse you of the correct crime.
There are also special considerations involved, such as:
Was there a weapon involved? If so, the court may rule that the offense was a felony, which is much more serious.
Was the alleged victim an ordinary citizen or a civil servant (like a police officer or teacher)? This could also mean a felony case.
These circumstances may also elevate the charge from assault to aggravated assault, which could mean much more severe consequences.
Retaining a lawyer who has successfully handled assault and aggravated assault cases in the past is essential to maintaining your reputation. Mr. Weisberg knows what questions to ask to ensure the alleged victim was apprehensive, as the law requires, and that the other parts of the definition apply exactly to your case. His dedication and intelligence are your best chance at getting a positive outcome and ensuring your constitutional rights are defended along the way.
Serious Penalties Demand a Serious Skokie Assault Attorney
Under Illinois state law, assault is a Class C misdemeanor. Being convicted could mean up to 30 days in jail, a fine of up to $1500, or possibly both. There’s also a chance the court could demand between 30 and 120 hours of your time doing community service. In some cases, the prosecution may be able to get the assault charged as a felony, which comes with substantially harsher penalties: $25,000, prison time, and more.
Besides the legal consequences, there is the additional burden of being labeled a criminal in the community, which could affect your ability to get housing, find a good job, get a bank loan, and more. And any future contact with law enforcement could be much more difficult because of your record because when police see you as a criminal, that is often how you will be treated.
With such consequences, it’s extremely important that you have a criminal attorney who is a tireless advocate for your rights – especially given the often convoluted and confusing nature of the charges.
Andrew Weisberg has extensive experience in answering any questions about your specific situation and can outline what is likely to happen in the courtroom. He is absolutely dedicated to ensuring that every individual accused of a crime is guaranteed a well-crafted and meticulously researched defense.
By retaining the services of Andrew M. Weisberg, assault attorney in Skokie, you can count on having an attorney at your side who will vigorously seek out the best defense possible while ensuring that you are treated with the dignity and respect that you deserve.
End Your Search for a Qualified, Experienced Skokie Assault Attorney with Andrew M. Weisberg
If you or a loved one has been arrested or charged with assault, it’s not worth it to go through it alone. By contacting Andrew Weisberg, you can set up a free, confidential initial consultation where you will have the chance to get a former felony prosecutor combating the tricks the other side might try to pull. You’ll also have the opportunity to reclaim your peace of mind, knowing that you have an aggressive, experienced Skokie assault attorney watching out for you.
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