DISCLAIMER: These testimonials represent a small sampling of clients the firm has helped. Case results depend upon a variety of factors unique to each case. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome in your case.
Assault Criminal Defense Lawyer in North Carolina
If you have been arrested on a charge of a violent crime in Chapel Hill or elsewhere in the state of North Carolina, it is important that you learn more about your rights and your options from an experienced criminal defense attorney. Charges for these violent crimes, including assault and battery, carry criminal penalties upon conviction that can include prison time, fines, probation and a permanent mark on your record.
At the Roberts Law Group, PLLC, our firm has helped many clients in North Carolina get their charges reduced or dismissed. As a former Assistant District Attorney in three different counties, Patrick Roberts is a trial lawyer who knows what tactics and strategies prosecutors use in and out of the courtroom. Our firm will work hard to build an effective criminal defense and to pursue the outcome that you deserve.
State vs. J.A. - The State accused our client of stabbing another man and our client confessed his involvement in the altercation. He was facing 24 to 31 years in prison. Result: We were able to negotiate a dismissal of most of the charges. He ended up being sentenced to 25 to 39 months. Read more about our Proven Results in Difficult Cases.
Chapel Hill Violent Crimes Criminal Defense
The Roberts Law Group is able to defend people facing every type of violent crime, including:
- Assault and battery
- Aggravated assault
- Domestic violence
- Vehicular homicide and vehicular assault from DWI
- Homicide, including murder and manslaughter
- Armed robbery
Even a bar fight or a domestic argument that gets out of hand can result in assault and battery or domestic violence charges that could impact you for the rest of your life. Learn more about your rights and what our firm can do to help preserve your freedom and your future.
According to statute § 14-33, regarding assault inflicting serious injury in North Carolina, the crime is a Class A1 misdemeanor that can carry significant criminal penalties. Learn more about the burden of proof that prosecutors have when pursuing convictions at trial.
Experienced North Carolina Representation
If you have been arrested on a charge of a violent crime in Chapel Hill, contact the Roberts Law Group to discuss your case. Schedule a free initial consultation with us by calling our Raleigh office toll free at 866-630-2389 to make an appointment.
Maryland vs. R.A.
Charge:
1st Degree Murder, Attempted 1st Degree Murder, 2nd Degree Murder Attempted 2nd Degree Murder, Manslaughter, Second Degree Assault and Felony Handgun Charges
Facing:
Multiple Life Sentences
Result:
Not Guilty
This client allegedly fired shots into a New Years Eve party on January 1st 2006. The shooting resulted in the death of a 21 year old female (who was survived by her twin sister), and the wounding of the deceased's uncle.
Defense focused on:
- The week-long unexplained absence of an important Government witness after the shooting occurred;
- The lack of any witnesses testimony as to the Defendant firing a handgun;
- The inability of the State to produce a weapon;
- And the possibility of another shooter on the scene due to blood splatter evidence outside the home near the spot that the Defendant was standing.
Defendant was found not guilty on the murder charges. The jury was hung as to the manslaughter, assault and handgun charges. The defendant later pled to manslaughter and was given a ten year sentence, suspend all but 5 years.
Maryland vs. E.W.
Charge:
Domestic Violence -2nd Degree Assault (Two Counts), Deadly Weapon with Intent to Injure, Malicious Destruction of Property, and 4th Degree Burglary
Facing:
26 years, 60 days years
Result:
Dismissed
In a case of alleged domestic violence, cross examination of accuser, the government's main witness, cast doubt on the strength of the Government's case. The Judge granted the Defense motion for acquittal at the close of the State's case and dismissed all charges.
Maryland vs. M.W.
Charge:
Attempted Distribution of Controlled Dangerous Substance (Two Counts), Drug Possession
Facing:
44 years
Result:
Jury Trial - Not Guilty
Two officers testified at this jury trial. Inconsistencies elicited on the cross examination of the officers established that the Government did not do enough to prove the case beyond a reasonable doubt.
