Practice Areas

Assault

Assault occurs when someone intentionally applies force to another person without their consent or threatens to do so, causing the victim to fear immediate harm.

Assault With a Weapon

This type of assault happens when a person uses, carries, or threatens to use a weapon or an imitation of a weapon during an assault. It is considered more severe and can lead to harsher penalties.

Aggravated Assault

Aggravated assault is a serious form of assault where the attacker wounds, maims, disfigures, or endangers the victim's life. Due to the significant harm caused, it carries severe legal consequences.

Assault Causing Bodily Harm

This involves an assault that results in the victim suffering physical injuries that are more than minor or temporary. It is regarded as more serious because of the physical harm inflicted.

Assaulting a Peace Officer

This offence includes any assault committed against law enforcement officers or other public officers while they are performing their duties. It is treated with particular seriousness to protect those enforcing the law.

Uttering Threats

Uttering threats involves making verbal or written threats to cause death, bodily harm, or damage to property or animals. Even if no physical harm occurs, making threats can result in criminal charges.