Assault
Assault is a crime of violence, and can be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the circumstances. “Assault” has been interpreted by Washington courts to mean an intentional (that is, not accidental) touching of another person that is either harmful or offensive, regardless of whether the other person was injured
RCW 9A.36.041
Assault in the Fourth Degree
A person commits Assault in the Fourth Degree when he intentionally assaults another person. Assault in the fourth degree is a gross misdemeanor. A common situation involving Assault 4th Degree includes altercations between neighbors, at a public forum, or “road rage” situations. Whatever the situation you find yourself, you deserve the best representation available with the goal of keeping this charge off your record because Assault conviction can affect your job, your personal life and your future.
Fight Assault Charges with Knowledge and Experience
When you are facing an assault charge, arm yourself with the best defense; call the Law Office of Andrew Charles Huff at (206) 729-3477 and allow me to fight the assult charges for you.
Andrew Charles Huff
1001 4th Avenue Plaza, Suite 3600
Seattle, Washington 98154
(206) 729-3477 | Fax 206-623-0965
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- 12/20/2011 - Extra DUI patrols
(SKAGIT COUNTY)— Revelers should keep an eye on their cocktail consumption, as law enforcement will be putting extra time into finding drunk drivers this holiday season.
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Four bills focusing on the problem of drunk driving have been introduced in our state’s House of Representatives.
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