Los Angeles Violent Crimes Lawyer

Common Types of Violent Crimes

Considering the harsh consequences of a violent crime conviction, our criminal defense firm strongly focuses on defending these offenses. You can learn more about some of our key practice areas in this arena by reviewing the specific offenses listed below or by calling for a confidential review of a particular case.

• Assault - This may be described as an attempt to violence or harm against another person. Separate from battery, which could include the act of harm itself, assault charges require only an attempt and actual or apparent ability to carry out such an attempt – even if the act is not carried out.
• Battery - With battery, a defendant may face misdemeanor or felony charges for willfully and unlawfully using force or violence against another person. Unwanted or offensive physical contact may also be considered battery, and a defendant may face harsh penalties.
• Attempted Murder - Attempting to commit a crime is unlawful, even if the attempt is unsuccessful. This applies to murder, as well as other crimes. With attempted murder, a defendant may face 15 years or more in prison, depending on the circumstances surrounding the alleged attempt.
• Kidnapping - Taking and/or holding another person against his or her will is the general description of kidnapping, though there are different types of criminal charges associated with this offense. In most cases, a kidnapping conviction will count as a strike on a defendant's record, making it crucial to attack such charges.
• Manslaughter - A lesser charge than murder, manslaughter is a crime that involves killing another person without malice aforethought or in other circumstances not equivalent to murder and causing another's death in an auto accident. At the same time, DUI is an example of when manslaughter charges may apply.
• Murder - The most serious violent crime a person may be accused of committing, murder, is defined in California Penal Code §187(a) as "the unlawful killing of a human being or fetus with malice aforethought." Malice aforethought may include acts stemming from the specific intention to kill another person as well as a wanton disregard for human life.
• Terrorist Threats - A terrorist threat may be defined as making a threat of violence or harm with the intent of causing public panic or of causing fear or intimidation in the minds of the victim/s. Verbal, written, or physical threats may apply under this law, and a defendant may face misdemeanor or felony charges.

Contact Our Los Angeles Violent Crime Attorney Today

If you have been accused of any violent crime, you need experienced and proven legal counsel – and you need it right away. The sooner we can work on your case, the better your chances are for a positive outcome. We can meet with you in a free initial consultation to discuss your exact situation, and we can then advise you on your options and the best defense strategy for your case.

Choosing the right violent crime lawyer may mean the difference between freedom and spending a large portion of your future behind bars. A skilled attorney may be able to get far better results than you could have imagined possible.

At Stephen G. Rodriguez & Partners, we have over 70 years of combined experience to bring to your defense. We are excellent negotiators and are always prepared to go to trial when necessary to seek a not-guilty verdict for our clients.

Contact Stephen G. Rodriguez & Partners today to schedule a meeting with our violent crimes lawyer in Los Angeles!