Assault Defense Attorney in St. Paul / Minneapolis, MN

If you face a Minnesota assault charge, it’s important that you obtain a great criminal defense attorney to minimize the impact on your life.
Eric A. Rice

Assault charges are serious matters that can lead to jail, fines, and restitution, not to mention a mark on your record that could make it difficult to get a job or find housing. If you face an assault charge, it’s important that you obtain a great defense to minimize the impact on your life. Criminal defense attorney Eric Rice will give you the best legal aid. He will expose the best legal advice and defenses to help you. He has experience in handling many assault cases, from misdemeanors to felonies. Moreover, he’ll guide you through the criminal justice process and ensure that you fully understand the assault situation and have a voice in court.

Here are some common questions about Minnesota assault charges:

Why am I charged with a particular degree of assault?

The degrees for assault charges depend on who was assaulted and the amount of harm, if any, that was caused. A basic assault occurs if you harm someone without causing permanent damage. Assaults can be enhanced if you cause substantial or great bodily harm or if you use a dangerous weapon. Whether an assault falls into an enhanced category is fact-specific, and varies from case to case.

Can I claim self defense?

In Minnesota, self defense may be a defense against an assault charge. However, you typically have a duty to retreat if you can, and you can only use the amount of force needed to repel an attack. Whether these two conditions were met is a fact-specific inquiry and depends on your particular case. Because the facts are important, an assault attorney can ensure your self defense claim is as strong as it can be.

Will I go to jail for assault?

The recommended sentence for an assault can vary from probation to many years in prison. However, you can ensure a more lenient sentence through plea negotiations with a prosecutor or requesting a downward departure from the court. Typically, those with no criminal history or cases involving a less egregious assault than a typical matter will receive a reduced sentence and may be able to avoid jail.

Find Out What Your Options Are

In addition to these questions, an assault attorney can help answer other questions, such as: Can I get the charge reduced? What other defenses are available? Will my prior criminal record be admissible at trial?

Facing an assault charge can cause a lot of stress and anxiety. Get your questions answered and put your mind at ease by calling Eric Rice for a no-obligation free consultation at (651) 998-9660.

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[Eric] never failed to return my calls. Together we developed a strong defense. When in court, Eric was nothing but a professional's professional. I was absolutely impressed and amazed on how much respect he demanded from the Judge and the prosecution. He quickly and surprisingly had my case dismissed. I even got a veiled apology from the prosecution. The guy's a winner and will be one for a very long time.K.M.

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