Effectively Navigate Assault Charges with Proven
Paulding County Simple Assault Defense Attorneys
One moment of anger shouldn’t define your future. Our team focuses exclusively on defending teens and young adults facing simple assault charges throughout all of Paulding County, Georgia.
Arguments escalate. Emotions run high. A threatening gesture or a raised voice can lead to unexpected consequences—simple assault charges that could follow you for years. For young people in Paulding County, these charges can impact education, employment opportunities, and much more.
At Ghanouni Teen & Young Adult Defense Firm, we understand that good people sometimes make mistakes. We create defense strategies centered on YOUR goals and future, not cookie-cutter solutions. Contact our team today to discuss how we can help you navigate this challenging situation.
Simple assault cases in Paulding County are typically prosecuted at the Paulding County State Court in Dallas or in municipal courts like Hiram Municipal Court, depending on where the alleged incident occurred.
With growing populations of young people around Kennesaw State University’s Paulding site, Georgia Highlands College, and numerous high schools, simple assault charges among teens and young adults are unfortunately common throughout Paulding County.
Under Georgia law (O.C.G.A. § 16-5-20), simple assault occurs when someone either:
It’s important to understand that no physical contact is required for a simple assault charge. Even threatening gestures, raising a fist, or verbal threats that make someone fear immediate harm can result in charges.
In Georgia, individuals 17 and older are typically tried as adults. In Paulding County, simple assault cases are usually handled in State Court and carry the following potential penalties:
Simple assault is considered aggravated when committed against:
Juveniles facing simple assault charges in Paulding County Juvenile Court typically face:
Our approach to defending your simple assault charges centers entirely on your specific goals.
Unlike many law firms that apply a standard approach to every case, we take time to understand what matters most to you. Your defense strategy will align with your unique priorities, whether that’s avoiding a conviction entirely, keeping the matter off your permanent record, or minimizing penalties.
Our team has extensive experience with Paulding County’s court system and understands the local approach to simple assault cases involving young people. We’re familiar with the tendencies of local prosecutors, judges, and diversion program requirements.
Our team will analyze every aspect of your case to build the strongest possible defense. Effective strategies in Paulding County simple assault cases include:
If you reasonably believed you were in danger of being harmed, Georgia law allows you to protect yourself. We carefully examine whether self-defense applies to your situation.
Simple assault requires intent to commit the act that caused apprehension. If your actions were misinterpreted or accidental, this may provide a strong defense.
The alleged victim must have reasonably feared immediate injury. If their fear wasn’t reasonable under the circumstances, or if the alleged threat wasn’t immediate, this element may be missing.
Many simple assault cases involve conflicting accounts of what happened. We thoroughly investigate witness credibility and look for inconsistencies in their statements.
If law enforcement violated your rights during the investigation or arrest, certain evidence may be excluded from court.
For many young people facing simple assault charges in Paulding County, diversion programs offer a path to avoid conviction and the lasting consequences that come with it.
First-time offenders may qualify for the Paulding County District Attorney’s pretrial diversion program, which typically includes:
Upon successful completion, charges are dismissed without a conviction on your record.
Georgia’s First Offender Act allows eligible defendants to plead guilty without being formally convicted. After successfully completing the sentence, the charge is discharged without a conviction and the record is restricted from public view.
Similar to First Offender status, conditional discharge allows certain offenders to complete probation and have their case dismissed without a conviction.
Our team can evaluate your eligibility for these programs and help determine if they align with your goals.
Our defense team focuses exclusively on representing teens and young adults. This concentrated approach gives us unique insight into the specific challenges young people face in Paulding County’s criminal justice system.
We understand the courts and procedures in Paulding County, including the specific approaches of local prosecutors toward simple assault cases. Our team will:
If you or someone you care about is facing simple assault charges in Paulding County, contact our legal team to discuss your situation. A consultation will help you understand your options and determine the most effective path forward.
Our consultation process helps determine if we’re the right fit for your specific case and goals. We don’t take every case that contacts us – we focus on clients where we can make a meaningful difference.
Take the first step toward protecting your future. Contact our office today to schedule your consultation.
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