The Primary Defenses To A Battery On A Police Officer Charge – Penal Code Sections 243(b), 243(c)
The Primary Defenses To A Battery On A Police Officer Charge - Penal Code Sections 243(b), 243(c) Facing a charge of battery on a police officer in California can be overwhelming and intimidating. This serious offense carries potential legal consequences that can significantly impact your life. But understanding your rights and the defenses available to you can make a crucial difference. This blog will explore what constitutes battery on a…
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If You Are Accused Of An Assault Charge In California Can You Make A Winnable Self-Defense Argument? “What is “Justifiable Force”? Penal Code Section 245
If You Are Accused Of An Assault Charge In California Can You Make A Winnable Self-Defense Argument? "What is "Justifiable Force"? Penal Code Section 245 Before we dive into the specifics of California's PC 245, we must lay the groundwork by exploring the concept of self-defense in assault cases. It is a fundamental right—both a moral instinct and a legal principle—to protect oneself when faced with imminent harm. However, the…
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Will Smith v. Chris Rock | Should Celebrity Status Allow a Crime to go Unpunished?
Will Smith v. Chris Rock | Should Celebrity Status Allow a Crime to go Unpunished? It is likely by now that you have heard the news and even seen the video that surfaced around the world the night of the 94th Oscars. Chris Rock, who has been a celebrity comedian for many years, made a joke about Jada Pinket Smith, who is Will Smith’s wife. Soon after the joke was…
Read MoreIF YOU PUNCH A COP YOU LIKELY WILL GO TO JAIL!!!
IF YOU PUNCH A COP YOU LIKELY WILL GO TO JAIL!!! Well, don’t because California Penal Code Section 243(b) makes punching a cop illegal. However, you can only be convicted of battery on a police officer if the following elements can be proven beyond a reasonable doubt: The officer was performing their duties as a peace officer. You willfully touched the police officer in a harmful or…
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The Difference Between Corporal Injury on a Spouse and Battery (PC 242, 243)
The Difference Between Corporal Injury on a Spouse and Battery (PC 242, 243) The crimes of battery and corporal injury on a spouse involve very similar acts. Thus, it can be difficult to understand what charges you will face if you commit an act of force upon someone. Will you be charged with corporal injury on a spouse or battery? Let’s explore these two crimes and the differences between them.…
Read MoreCan Spitting on Someone’s Food Lead to Charges of Battery in California? (California Penal Code Section 242)
Can Spitting on Someone’s Food Lead to Charges of Battery in California? (California Penal Code Section 242) In an unusual case out of Albuquerque, N.M., a fast food worker was charged with battery after authorities said she secretly licked sandwiches and served them to probation and parole officers. In a criminal complaint, witnesses stated they saw Yolanda Arguello lick slices of cheese before putting them on sandwiches that were served…
Read MoreI Am Accused of Assault And Battery in Riverside (PC 240 and 242)
I Am Accused of Assault And Battery in Riverside (PC 240 and 242) The Riverside Assault and Battery Attorneys at Wallin & Klarich have been successfully defending clients charged with assault and battery in Riverside for over 40 years. Our attorneys have the skill and expertise to provide you with the best possible defense in your case. Assault and Battery in Riverside A battery (Penal Code § 242) is the…
Read MoreFirst Time Offender; Will I Go To Jail For Battery In Los Angeles? PC 242
First Time Offender; Will I Go To Jail For Battery In Los Angeles? PC 242 California Penal Code section 242 defines battery as any willful use of force or violence on another person. As a first-time offender, it is important to understand the implications of being charged with battery in Los Angeles. Our attorneys at Wallin & Klarich have over 40 years of experience in battery defense. We are ready…
Read MoreI Am Wrongfully Accused Of Assault And Battery In Orange County (PC 240 – PC 243)
I Am Wrongfully Accused Of Assault And Battery In Orange County (PC 240 – PC 243) People often use the words “assault” and “battery” as if they mean the same thing. Actually, they are two different crimes, and if you are facing charges, you need to understand them. With over 40 years of experience, the Orange County Assault and Battery Defense Attorneys at Wallin & Klarich have successfully defended thousands of…
Read MoreI Need A Restraining Order Against Someone In Orange County; What Do I Do??
I Need A Restraining Order Against Someone In Orange County; What Do I Do?? There are several restraining order options in California. A skilled Los Angeles Restraining Order attorney with experience in Domestic Violence Law will know how to work with the court, law enforcement officers and/or battered women’s shelters to help you take immediate steps and file the right type of restraining order. California Restraining Order Options • Emergency…
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