Metro-Atlanta Violent Offense Attorney
Serving Atlanta and Surrounding Areas, Including Cartersville, Canton, Decatur, Jonesboro, Lawrenceville, Marietta, and McDonough.
If you are facing an accusation of committing a violent offense in Georgia, you will soon be facing extremely harsh penalties that can impact the lives of yourself and your loved ones far into the future. To preserve your freedom and protect your rights, you will need a highly skilled defense attorney at your side to build a powerful criminal defense case. We can help you with all your legal issues, from sex crimes to traffic crimes, bail, and more. For more free information specifically on violent crimes you can check out our Blog.
Facing A Murder Accusation? Let Us Help You
In the United States and in the state of Georgia, committing murder is regarded as the most heinous behavior in society, which is why if you are convicted of murder you will likely face incarceration for life and possibly capital punishment. Murder is defined under 18 U.S.C. § 1111 as intentionally and illegally taking the life of another human being.
Unlike other forms of homicide, such as accidental homicide or manslaughter, murder occurs when the person deliberately takes time to plan the death of another human being. Again, if you’re convicted of a murder crime you will likely face a lifetime jail sentence or receive capital punishment. This is why it is so important that you contact an experienced violent offense criminal defense attorney – the Law Office of Lloyd J. Matthews can help!
Domestic Violence Offenses
Domestic violence occurs when a victim suffers abuse, harassment, threat of violence, or neglect from a family member or someone else who has a past or current relationship with the victim. Abuse can be physical, emotional, mental, or financial, and examples include child neglect, abuse of the elderly, and spousal violence.
Unfortunately, domestic violence cases are on the rise in this country. But it is also true that sometimes these cases are exaggerated, or even committed by the alleged victim in the name of revenge. Dishonest domestic cases like this bring great harm to the true victims and must be resolved with speed, or you can face severe punishments far into the future, including getting a permanent criminal record and separation from your family.
Battery And Assault Offenses
Assault and battery laws are very complex in Georgia. In Georgia, even touching someone against their will is considered simple battery, which is a misdemeanor offense. Aggravated battery accusations involve weapons and result in a felony offense.
Specific punishments are subject to change, but the general penalty for assault and battery depends on its classification:
- Simple Assault and Battery: Misdemeanor. Penalty is a $1000 fine or a jail sentence of up to one year.
- Aggravated Assault and Battery: Felony. Penalty is much larger fines and a jail sentence of up to 20 years in prison.
