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Have you been charged with assault or battery in Louisiana? These charges can seriously impact your freedom, record, and future opportunities. At Fred Lebleu Law, we provide strategic and aggressive representation to protect your rights and achieve the best possible outcome.
Our Lake Charles assault & battery attorneys have a proven track record of success and will guide you through every step of the legal process. Whether you live in Lake Charles or nearby areas, we are ready to fight for you.
Understanding Assault & Battery Laws in Louisiana
Louisiana law defines these crimes under R.S. 14:33–14:36:
Assault: An attempt to commit a battery or intentionally placing someone in reasonable fear of harm.
Battery: Intentional use of force or violence on another person, including administering poison or noxious substances.
Charges vary in severity, and in some cases, a person may face both assault and battery charges. Factors such as weapons used, severity of injuries, and prior criminal history can influence the penalties, which may range from fines to jail time.
Types of Assault & Battery
Simple Assault / Battery: No weapon involved, minor injuries or threats.
Aggravated Assault / Battery: Use of a weapon or causing serious harm.
Specific Statutes: Includes assaults against police officers, teachers, public officials, and more.
The complexity of these charges makes it crucial to have an experienced Lake Charles attorney on your side.
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Why You Can Trust Fred Lebleu Law
When your future is on the line, you need a defense team that will fight aggressively for your rights. At Fred Lebleu Law, we:
Analyze all evidence thoroughly
Investigate procedural errors or misconduct
Identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s case
Develop a defense strategy tailored to your circumstances
Our attorneys work to reduce charges, minimize penalties, or seek dismissal wherever possible. With our team by your side, you can move forward with confidence.
Common Assault & Battery Defenses
From the very first hearing, our attorneys take action to protect your rights and challenge the prosecution:
No Intent: Defending clients who lacked intent to harm due to mental incapacity, involuntary intoxication, or honest mistakes.
No Harm / Fear of Harm: Proving the alleged victim was not actually harmed or reasonably threatened.
Self-Defense / Defense of Others: Louisiana allows reasonable force to protect yourself, others, or property.
Violation of Constitutional Rights: Suppressing statements or evidence obtained without proper advisement of rights.
Missing Video Evidence: Dismissing charges when required body or unit camera footage is lost or unavailable.
Warrantless Search or Seizure: Challenging evidence obtained without a valid warrant or probable cause.
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No matter the circumstances, Fred Lebleu Law is ready to fight for your rights. Don’t navigate an assault or battery charge alone. Contact our Lake Charles office today for a confidential consultation and get a clear, strategic plan to protect your future.