If you or your loved one has been charged with battery or another assault-related offense, turn to Alan Castillo - Attorney at Law for hard-hitting representation. Due to the serious and sensitive nature of your case, we advise you against navigating through the complexities of the legal system alone. Regardless of the unique circumstances pertaining to your charges, you can be confident in our ability to handle your case. Our battery defense attorney is passionate about the pursuit of justice. We will serve as your powerful voice, tenaciously pursuing the most favorable outcome possible.
Charged With Battery?
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When your rights, freedom and future are on the line, you need to hire a courtroom-tested advocate. We will fight tirelessly in order to combat your charges. We will not quit until we have explored each avenue of defense.
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Alan Castillo
Founding Attorney
As a highly qualified and experienced defense attorney who has advocated on behalf of individuals throughout the Orange County area for more than 25 years, I know what is at stake in cases involving serious criminal allegations. Although your livelihood, future, and freedoms may be at stake, I am wholly devoted to helping you secure the results you need to secure the best results possible.
When you entrust your defense with my firm, you will receive individualized, one-on-one access to a skilled professional who is personally invested in the success of your case. Unlike most firms, I do not keep my clients at a distance or in the dark. I make every effort to keep you informed of your rights and any case developments. You are unique and so are the facts involved in your case. I firmly believe that you deserve legal advocacy that understands your side of the story, and I will do everything within my power to ensure your story is heard.
Client Testimonials
Your Case Is in Good Hands
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“ highly recommend Alan and the rest of the team. My circumstances were more complex than an average DUI and Alan stepped in willing and ready to defend. He read my case extensively and knew exactly how to develop a plan of action.”
GREG
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“I am eternally grateful to them and their services, and I would highly recommend them to anyone seeking criminal representation. They are an incredible team of legal staff. Thank you, Alan Castillo.. You are a wonderfully accomplished attorney.”
FORMER CLIENT
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“My wife and I are so pleased with the results. I didn't have to serve any jail time or house arrest. His hard work saved my job and the outcome was so much better than we thought.”
MICHAEL
Unrelenting Defense You Can Rely On
You are unique and so are the facts of your case. You deserve legal advocacy that recognizes your side of the story.
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Proven Record of Victories for Clients in Criminal Court
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Recognized in the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by National Trial Lawyers
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Experience in the U.S. Supreme Court (Alavarez-Machain v. United States)
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Benefit from Over 25 Years of Professional Practice Experience
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Available 24/7 with Confidential & Free Initial Case Evaluations
"At my firm, I always give my personal attention to your legal matter."- Alan Castillo
Common Penalties
Battery is a physical act that results in offensive or harmful contact with another person, without his or her consent. In addition, if you have made a threatening or menacing statement that caused an individual to believe that he or she was in danger of physical harm, you may be charged with battery.
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Incarceration
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Expensive Fines
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Probationary Restrictions
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Restitution for the Victim
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Criminal Record
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Loss of Certain Rights
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Is Battery A Felony Offense?
Battery is typically charged as a misdemeanor. However, severe battery crimes, involving deadly weapons, are charged as felony offenses.
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What Penalties Will I Face?
Penalties are dependent upon the severity of the offense. You will likely face harsher penalties if you have prior convictions on your record.
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Do I Need A Lawyer?
Hiring an attorney will increase your chances of securing a favorable outcome. It would be within your best interests to secure immediate assistance.
We Have The Answers You Need
Frequently Asked Questions
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Will I Have A Criminal Record?
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If you are found guilty and charged with battery, you will be forced to carry a criminal record. We advise you secure immediate legal assistance in order to increase your chances of a favorable case outcome.
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What Will Happen If I Am Convicted?
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A battery conviction could stay on your record for the rest of your life. If charged, you may be fined and face prison or jail time. You may also be placed on probation for a substantial amount of time. Finally, you may receive a court order to attend anger management training or counseling.
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What Is The Difference Between Assault & Battery?
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Assault and battery typically occur in conjunction with one another. Battery offenses are generally always preceded by an assault offense. Battery is conduct which produces bodily injury or offensive contact. Assault does not include physical contact. Instead, it is an attempt to instill fear into another person.
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Possible Case Outcomes
Charges Reduced
There may be a chance that you can get your charges reduced to a misdemeanor, depending upon circumstances with what exactly happened.
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Possible Case Outcomes
Suppressed Evidence
In some instances, it can be proven that some type of violation occurred during the process of investigation, which could lead to evidence being thrown out of court.
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Possible Case Outcomes
Charges Dismissed
We work tirelessly to secure the best possible outcome, including getting your criminal charges completely dismissed, acquitted, or dropped.
Increase Your Chances of a Better Outcome
We Know the Law. We Can Protect Your Rights.
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