When clients come to us with assault charges, we know that there are always two sides to the story. Law enforcement is rarely on scene to see what really happened, and who started the fight. While you may have been charged, the truth may be that you had a right to defend yourself. At Dummit Fradin, we handle all kinds of assault cases. We are criminal defense lawyers with experience in handling all types of violent crimes.

Simple Assault is a Class 2 Misdemeanor under N.C.G.S. § 14-33. That means you could be facing up to sixty days in jail if you are convicted. Whether it was a bar fight or a fight at school, it is important to have excellent legal representation. Our criminal defense attorneys at Dummit Fradin are committed trial attorneys who examine all the facts and evidence in your case. Are there witnesses, or only “he said/she said?” Is there physical evidence? Did the victim suffer bruises or go to the hospital? Who started the fight? Who called police? Was there alcohol involved? There are viable defenses to assault, including self-defense, defense of others, and more. We will vigorously represent you, no matter what the charges.

When small fights turn into serious injuries, the stakes are raised. When clients come to us with assault charges, we know that there are always two sides to the story. Law enforcement is rarely on scene to see what really happened, and who started the fight. While you may have been charged, the truth may be that you had a right to defend yourself. If you are charged with assault inflicting serious bodily injury, you are facing serious consequences. At Dummit Fradin, we handle all kinds of assault cases. We are criminal defense lawyers with experience in handling all types of violent crimes.

At Dummit Fradin, we pride ourselves on providing excellent legal services to our clients. When we approach a case, we look over all of the evidence and try to find your best path to success in a case. It may be that the injury caused doesn’t qualify as “serious bodily injury” under the statute. It may be that law enforcement hasn’t gathered enough evidence to convict you. Whatever the case may be, you can trust your defense to the attorneys at Dummit Fradin.