What Punishment Will I Receive if Convicted of Assault with a Deadly Weapon? (California Penal Code 245)
Simple Assault vs. Aggravated Assault in Irvine: Legal Distinctions and Consequences
Simple Assault vs. Aggravated Assault: Legal Distinctions and Consequences Assault is a serious crime that can result in severe penalties and consequences. In Irvine, assault charges fall under two categories: simple assault and aggravated assault. Continue reading to learn about the differences between simple assault and aggravated assault. Choosing Wallin & Klarich to represent you will help you to achieve the best outcome in your case. We have over 40…
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How to Cope With Assault With a Deadly Weapon Charges in California
How to Cope With Assault With a Deadly Weapon Charges in California According to the Public Policy Institute of California, aggravated assaults rose by 7.5% in 2020. Homicides also increased by 30%. This increase in violent crime could be due, in part, to the increased stress everyone was feeling during the pandemic. Did you recently contribute to that statistic by getting arrested for assault with a deadly weapon? If so,…
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Is Your Car Key a Deadly Weapon? (PC 245(a)(1))
Is Your Car Key a Deadly Weapon? (PC 245(a)(1)) When you hear the term “assault with a deadly weapon,” what probably comes to mind is someone using a gun or a knife in an attempt to harm another person. However, “deadly weapons” are not just those things designed to be wielded as weapons. As a recent ruling in a California case shows, just about any object that could cause an…
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How to Get Assault with a Deadly Weapon Charges Dropped (PC 245(a)(1))
How to Get Assault with a Deadly Weapon Charges Dropped (PC 245(a)(1)) Assault with a deadly weapon is one of the most serious crimes in California. Under California Penal Code Section 245(a)(1), if you are convicted of felony assault with a deadly weapon, you face up to 4 years in jail, $10,000 in fines, and a strike on your criminal record under California’s Three Strikes Law. To be convicted of…
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Gun Violence Restraining Orders in California Aim to Curb Mass Shootings
Gun Violence Restraining Orders in California Aim to Curb Mass Shootings Southern California has had a harsh time recently. At a time when we should have been celebrating the holidays, we faced the San Bernardino shooting and bomb threats against schools in Los Angeles. California’s lawmakers, who already had passed a law aimed at preventing acts of mass violence, are now examining whether the law should go further. The law,…
Read MoreI Am Accused of Assault with a Deadly Weapon in San Bernardino (PC 245)
I Am Accused of Assault with a Deadly Weapon in San Bernardino (PC 245) Under Penal Code section 245(a), assault with a deadly weapon charges can have serious consequences. If you are accused of assault with a deadly weapon in San Bernardino, you need the help of an experienced law firm that can help you obtain the best possible result in your case. At Wallin & Klarich, our skilled San…
Read MorePunishment for Felony Offenders Charged with Assault with a Deadly Weapon in Riverside (PC 245)
Punishment for Felony Offenders Charged with Assault with a Deadly Weapon in Riverside (PC 245) Assault with a deadly weapon is a serious crime in California, and you can expect to face harsh consequences if you are accused of this crime. In Riverside, the courts and judges are particularly harsh on felony offenders, so you will want to hire an experienced and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney immediately if you are being…
Read MoreDefenses to Assault with a Deadly Weapon Charges in Los Angeles
Defenses to Assault with a Deadly Weapon Charges in Los Angeles If you are accused of assault with a deadly weapon in Los Angeles, you face severe consequences. In order to fight for your freedom, you will need the help of an experienced criminal defense attorney. A skilled assault with a deadly weapon attorney will know how to defend you against these charges. Our attorneys have been successfully defending our…
Read MoreCould You Be Charged with a Crime if Your Dog Bites Someone?
Could You Be Charged with a Crime if Your Dog Bites Someone? The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) reports that more than 4.5 million dog bites occur across the country every year and 800,000 of those bites require medical attention. 1 You may be wondering what happens to the owners of those dogs and if you could be charged with a crime if your dog bites someone. Depending on the…
Read MoreWhat Punishment Will I Receive if Convicted of Assault with a Deadly Weapon? (California Penal Code 245)
What Punishment Will I Receive if Convicted of Assault with a Deadly Weapon? (California Penal Code 245) In the criminal justice system, the goal of punishment is to provide a consequence for unwanted or illegal behavior. The rationale behind this punishment is to provide a deterrent to people so that they will fear being punished enough to avoid criminal behavior. In California, a conviction for assault with a deadly weapon charges could…
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