If you have been arrested and charged with battery, Erlinda Ocampo Johnson is an experienced Albuquerque criminal battery lawyer who can provide an aggressive and effective defense to help protect you from the consequences of a conviction.
Consequences of a Battery Conviction
Battery occurs when an individual attacks another with the intent to cause bodily injury and there is actual contact.
Battery can be considered a misdemeanor or felony offense. A battery charge becomes a felony if the injuries to the victim were serious and if a weapon was used.
Possible penalties include:
- Time in prison
- Heavy fines
- Anger management programs
- Probation
If convicted, you will also have a damaging criminal record that will follow you around and could impact your ability to live your life.
Experienced Battery Defense Lawyer
When you are facing battery charges in Albuquerque, New Mexico, a criminal defense lawyer who has the experience and skill to fight fearlessly and aggressively on your behalf.
Ms. Johnson is an experienced battery attorney who also has knowledge of state federal law from serving in the State and Federal Prosecutor’s Offices for over a decade. Her experience gives her insight into how a prosecutor thinks. She can anticipate the moves of the other side and deconstruct a case to look for weaknesses and issues.
When you contact the Law Office of Erlinda Ocampo Johnson, LLC, you will have a skilled and fearless criminal defense lawyer fighting for you who will build an aggressive, effective defense.
