Attorney Wayne Richter Discusses Assault Defenses

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - March 12, 2019 - PRLog -- Are you or a loved one facing criminal charges? With jail time, major fines and a permanently marked record on the line, you need to make sure you are taking matters seriously. And, that includes bringing in an experienced criminal defense attorney to represent you. When it comes down to it, only an expert legal counsel can argue your case in the right manner. As an example, if you are facing assault charges, The Law Offices of R. Wayne Richter details potential defenses.

• Self-defense – The most common defense for assault is self-defense. To establish this, "the accused party must have reacted to a reasonably perceived threat of harm coming to them that was unprovoked and didn't stem from the accused inflicting harm on the other party." You also must not have had the opportunity to escape safely.
• Defense of others – This defense is similar to self-defense, but involves protecting someone from another person. This must involve a reasonable fear that someone would be harmed.
• Defending property – If you felt as though your personal property was going to be violated or illegally withheld, defending property may be a potential option. This is an especially common defense when the home is involved.

Each individual criminal case has its own set of circumstances, and it is crucial to have an attorney who understands the many laws and procedural rules that are presented in every case. With everything on the line, your most important decision may end up coming down to the counsel that you select to defend your freedoms. Contact The Law Offices of R. Wayne Richter, today, and get started with your free initial consultation.

For more information visit http://www.richterlawpa.com or call (561) 820-4851