Van Nuys, Assault and Battery "No File" - Attorney Success # 8
Our client, age 29 and with a moderate criminal history, admittedly punched out another patron of a Studio City bar as the two were exiting the premises. The “victim” had been taunting our client for several minutes, “head-butting” him in a half-playful, half-aggressive manner. The entire event was caught on the bar’s security cameras.
A full scale fight then erupted with the bar owner and bouncers from the bar becoming involved. Police officers swooped in almost immediately and our client was arrested on the spot.
After our client was bailed out for felony assault and battery (Penal Code sections 243 (d)), he came to our office upon the recommendation of one of our prior clients. After listening to our client and advising him of various legal strategies, we immediately got in contact with the bar and demanded that it preserve the security camera footage from the evening. We followed up several times to confirm they knew we meant business.
We also got in contact with the Van Nuys Police Department detective handling the investigation to explain the mutual combat and self-defense issues at play. We also contacted the Van Nuys District Attorney to ensure he knew what had really occurred.
Three days before the arraignment, the owner of the bar contacted the District Attorney to claim the entire incident actually did not occur at all. This was clearly the cue the District Attorney needed to realize one of its prime witnesses would be difficult, if not a recanting witness.
At the arraignment, our office was rewarded for our immediate action, as the District Attorney reported that it was not filing charges at all.
If you or a family member has been charged with battery (Penal Code Section 242 or 243), call our office today. One of our criminal attorneys will speak with you immediately and will fight vigorously for you.
Don't risk losing your employment or your reputation. Call us today at (310) 782-2500 for your free consultation. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help you.
When payment is an issue, we have very competitive flat fee rates to represent you or your family member. In special circumstances, we will also consider payment plans where payments are spread out over time. We also accept all major credit cards.
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A full scale fight then erupted with the bar owner and bouncers from the bar becoming involved. Police officers swooped in almost immediately and our client was arrested on the spot.
After our client was bailed out for felony assault and battery (Penal Code sections 243 (d)), he came to our office upon the recommendation of one of our prior clients. After listening to our client and advising him of various legal strategies, we immediately got in contact with the bar and demanded that it preserve the security camera footage from the evening. We followed up several times to confirm they knew we meant business.
We also got in contact with the Van Nuys Police Department detective handling the investigation to explain the mutual combat and self-defense issues at play. We also contacted the Van Nuys District Attorney to ensure he knew what had really occurred.
Three days before the arraignment, the owner of the bar contacted the District Attorney to claim the entire incident actually did not occur at all. This was clearly the cue the District Attorney needed to realize one of its prime witnesses would be difficult, if not a recanting witness.
At the arraignment, our office was rewarded for our immediate action, as the District Attorney reported that it was not filing charges at all.
If you or a family member has been charged with battery (Penal Code Section 242 or 243), call our office today. One of our criminal attorneys will speak with you immediately and will fight vigorously for you.
Don't risk losing your employment or your reputation. Call us today at (310) 782-2500 for your free consultation. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to help you.
When payment is an issue, we have very competitive flat fee rates to represent you or your family member. In special circumstances, we will also consider payment plans where payments are spread out over time. We also accept all major credit cards.
Call us today to let us do the worrying for you