New Jersey Simple Assault Lawyer

Being charged with Simple Assault can be overwhelming and can have serious consequences, including jail time.  Because of this, it is crucial to have an experienced, skilled, and aggressive criminal defense attorney by your side.  Ms. Denholtz is a seasoned and fierce criminal defense trial attorney with over a decade of experience.  Ms. Denholtz offers relentless advocacy, strategic defense, and exceptional service to clients accused of Simple Assault throughout New Jersey.  With a proven track record of success, Ms. Denholtz has handled approximately 1,500 felony-level cases to conclusion, including countless Simple Assault cases.

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Ms. Denholtz handles her cases with exacting attention to detail and works tirelessly to ensure her clients receive the best possible outcome for their individualized situation.  At Denholtz Criminal Defense, you can trust that your case will receive the meticulous attention and tireless advocacy it deserves.  If you or a loved one are facing Simple Assault charges, Ms. Denholtz is ready to fight for you. Contact Denholtz Criminal Defense today for your FREE consultation at (862) 842-0811 or Tracy@DenholtzCriminalDefense.com.​

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Simple Assault (N.J.S.A. 2C:12-1)

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Simple Assault:  Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 2C:12-1, simple assault occurs if the person:

• Attempts to cause or purposely, knowingly, or recklessly causes bodily injury to another; or

• Negligently causes bodily injury to another with a deadly weapon; or

• Attempts by physical menace to put another in fear of imminent serious bodily injury.

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Simple Assault Definitions: 

• “Bodily Injury” Defined:  “Bodily Injury” means physical pain, illness, or any impairment of physical condition.

• “Significant Bodily Injury” Defined:  “Significant Bodily Injury” means bodily injury which creates a temporary loss of the function of any bodily member or organ or temporary loss of any one of the five senses.

• “Serious Bodily Injury” Defined:  “Serious Bodily Injury” means bodily injury which creates a substantial risk of death, or which causes serious and permanent disfigurement, or which causes protracted loss or impairment of the function of any bodily member or organ.

• “Deadly Weapon” Defined:  “Deadly Weapon” means any firearm or other weapon, device, instrument, material, or substance (whether animate or inanimate) which in the manner it is used or is intended to be used, is known to be capable of producing death or serious bodily injury or which in the manner it is fashioned would lead the victim reasonably to believe it to be capable of producing death or serious bodily injury.​

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Degree of Crime:

• Disorderly Persons Offense:  Simple assault is a disorderly persons offense, which is punishable by up to 6 months in jail.

• Petty Disorderly Persons Offense:  Simple assault is a petty disorderly persons offense if it is committed in a fight or scuffle entered into by mutual consent. A petty disorderly persons offense is punishable by up to 30 days in jail.

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Contact a New Jersey Simple Assault

Lawyer for a Free Consultation

 

The consequences of a Simple Assault conviction can be devastating.  It can impact employment, housing, finances, education, reputation, and relationships.  Criminal cases are also very complex and highly specialized.  If you or a loved one is facing criminal charges, it is crucial to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney. 

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At Denholtz Criminal Defense, we understand the stakes involved and are committed to providing you with experienced, aggressive, and personalized legal representation.  No matter what the allegations, Ms. Denholtz will provide an honest and detailed evaluation of your case, outline the best legal options available, and craft a defense strategy designed to achieve the best possible outcome for your unique situation.  Contact Denholtz Criminal Defense today for your FREE consultation at (862) 842-0811 or Tracy@DenholtzCriminalDefense.com.

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