Facing an assault charge is a serious matter, even if you believe it is completely baseless. You need someone who understands the state criminal laws, who listens to you, and who builds a defense tailored to your case.
As a Logan assault lawyer, I focus on finding the weaknesses in the prosecution’s evidence, challenging improper procedures and ensuring that your rights are fully protected. I graduated from the National Criminal Defense College and have advanced training in forensics, allowing me to scrutinize evidence—including DNA results—in ways many other attorneys could not. Let my criminal defense office go to work for you in this difficult time.
Under state law, assault is generally defined in Ohio Revised Code § 2903.13 as knowingly causing or attempting to cause physical harm to another person. More serious felony-level offenses, such as felonious assault, fall under ORC § 2903.11. The exact charge and potential penalties depend on the circumstances, the alleged harm, and whether there are claims of aggravating factors. These laws may sound simple, but in practice, their application involves complicated situations. Disputes can escalate quickly, witnesses may misinterpret events, and exaggerated or false accusations may occur. In many cases, there are viable defenses a lawyer in Logan could raise to counter the assault allegations.
When you hire me as your attorney to handle your assault or battery case in Logan, my focus is on building the strongest possible defense. I carefully review all police reports, witness statements, surveillance footage, and forensic evidence. If there is DNA evidence, my background in forensics allows me to independently analyze the testing methods, chain of custody, and reliability of the results.
You should never talk to the police without legal representation—especially in cases involving accusations of violence. Statements you make can be taken out of context or misinterpreted. Once you retain me, all communications with law enforcement go through my office to protect you from self-incrimination. Possible defenses in assault cases may include self-defense, defense of another person, lack of intent, or evidence that the alleged incident did not happen as claimed. Each case is unique, and I tailor the strategy to the specific facts and evidence.
An assault case often begins with an arrest or summons, followed by an arraignment in court. The process may include pretrial hearings, motion filings, evidence exchange, and a trial. Understanding the timeline and procedures under the Ohio Rules of Criminal Procedure is critical for making informed decisions.
Throughout the process, I inform you of every development, explain the potential outcomes, and help you weigh the pros and cons of each option—whether that means negotiating for a reduced charge or taking your case to trial. My role as your lawyer is to make sure you are fully aware about the details of your assault case and your defense. You are always involved and have a voice in how your case proceeds.
If you are facing an assault charge, you need a defense attorney who is committed to your best interests and will look for weaknesses anywhere in the prosecution’s arguments. I have the training, experience, and dedication to challenge the evidence and fight for the best possible outcome in your case.
Call me today to discuss your situation in a confidential consultation. As your Logan assault lawyer, I promise to give you clear answers, direct guidance, and a strong defense at every stage of the process.
Client was accused of forcing his way into a house. Ultimately, I was able to demonstrate that the alleged victim was lying in an effort to cover up her illegal activity.
Neighbor called police as a result of hearing arguing. The wife was “pressured” into pursuing charges by the officer, and as a result, the case was dismissed.
Son (Client) was in town visiting his mother and her boyfriend. After dinner Client’s mother and her boyfriend began to argue. The Client got involved and tried to diffuse the argument, but this only irritated the boyfriend. The boyfriend was asked to leave and reluctantly did so. However, once on the porch, the Boyfriend began to yell and make threats. The Client (son) went outside to tell him to leave the porch and go home. At that point, the boyfriend turned and began to aggressively move toward the Client. The client discharged his handgun multiple times, hitting the boyfriend three times. Client was arrested and charged with Attempted Murder and Felonious Assault. In working with the Client and witnesses, Andrew was able to recreate the events and demonstrate the that Client was acting in self-defense. The prosecutor dismissed the charges prior to trial.
Client and best friend returned home from a night of drinking and began to play “fake Russian Roulette.” Unfortunately, Client was unaware that the handgun was actually loaded and he shot his best friend in the head. Miraculously, the victim survived. Client was a graduate student who had a bright future ahead of him. After extensive negotiations, Andrew was able to secure the Client diversion, providing him with the opportunity to have a successful and rewarding future.
Client and girlfriend were driving an ATV on country roads when a man (who was an off-duty officer) appeared on the road and held up his hand instructing them to stop. The Client and his girlfriend were told to exit the ATV. Unsure exactly who had stopped them or why, the Client exited the vehicle. At that point, his girlfriend became agitated and combative and got into a verbal argument with the off-duty officer. The client intervened and got into a scuffle that resulted in both falling into barbed wire. The officer was seriously injured. The client was charged with 1st-degree Felonious Assault on a police officer. The client was facing a mandatory 5 years and the loss of his professional license. In the end, the case was resolved as a misdemeanor and the client retained his license.
Client was accused of a felony assault against a law enforcement officer in Athens County. Attorney Andrew Stevenson managed to secure a diversion, allowing his client to avoid a prison sentence.
Client was charged with misdemeanor domestic violence and assault, facing extended jail time and a significant fine. Attorney Andrew Stevenson negotiated with the prosecutors office to enroll his client into a diversion program, avoiding that sentence.
Client was charged with both disorderly conduct and assault, facing serious jail time and possibly a fine. Thanks to Attorney Andrew Stevenson, their case was fully dismissed with no sentence dispensed.
Client was charged with Domestic Violence and Assault, both first-degree misdemeanors carrying up to 180 days in jail and, for the DV charge, a lifetime federal firearms prohibition. Attorney Andrew Stevenson negotiated a resolution that reduced the charges to a fourth-degree misdemeanor Disorderly Conduct, eliminating the firearms ban and making the conviction eligible for sealing.
A client was charged with Criminal Damaging, a second-degree misdemeanor carrying up to 90 days in jail. Attorney Andrew Stevenson negotiated with the prosecution and the charge was amended to Disorderly Conduct, a fourth-degree misdemeanor with a maximum of 30 days in jail.
The client came to the firm charged with misdemeanor domestic violence, facing up to 180 days in jail and the lasting consequences of a domestic violence conviction. Andrew Stevenson got the charge dismissed, but as part of the resolution the client’s firearms were forfeited.
Client was charged with a misdemeanor assault. If convicted, they could face up to 90 days in jail, as well as a $750 fine. Attorney Andrew Stevenson was able to negotiate this charge down to attempted assault.
The client came to the firm facing multiple assault charges and a count of resisting arrest, exposure of up to 6 years in prison. Andrew Stevenson secured a resolution through diversion, keeping the client out of prison and avoiding a felony conviction.
Client came to the firm facing aggravated riot and vandalism charges as well as the felony prison exposure that comes with them. Attorney Andrew Stevenson secured a resolution of six months on each count, served concurrently, holding the client’s total time to six months.
The client came to the firm facing a domestic violence charge, the prospect of incarceration and a permanent record. Attorney Andrew Stevenson was able to advocate for the client, and get the charge dismissed.
Client was charged with both disorderly conduct and resisting arrest, carrying a combined potential of up to 120 days in jail and $1,000 in fines. Attorney Andrew Stevenson got the disorderly conduct charge dismissed, leaving only the resisting arrest only facing up to 90 days in jail and a $750 fine.
Client came to the firm charged with first-degree felony assault on a police officer, a fourth-degree felony assault, and resisting arrest, facing up to roughly 18 years in prison, with the first-degree count carrying mandatory prison time. Attorney Andrew Stevenson got the felony assault on the officer dismissed and the second felony knocked down to a misdemeanor. The client would plead to misdemeanor assault and resisting arrest, avoiding a felony conviction.
An aggravated menacing charge brought the client up to 180 days of potential jail time and a first-degree misdemeanor on the record. Attorney Andrew Stevenson reduced the charge to a minor misdemeanor, closing the case through bond forfeiture.
Four misdemeanor charges (domestic violence, assault, attempted strangulation, and unlawful restraint) put the client at exposure of roughly 20 months in jail across the stack, plus the federal lifetime firearm prohibition that a domestic violence conviction triggers. AttorneyAndrew Stevenson secured a dismissal of every charge.
Two M1 charges, domestic violence and assault, left the client facing up to a year in jail combined and the lifetime federal firearm ban that flows from a DV conviction. Attorney Andrew Stevenson got both charges dismissed, with no conviction on either count.
With three prior convictions on record, Attorney Andrew Stevenson’s client faced four counts of misdemeanor assault. The four first-degree misdemeanor counts together carried a potential sentence of up to 720 days in jail and $4,000 in fines. Stevenson negotiated a guilty plea with a sentence of 30 days in jail.
Attorney Andrew Stevenson’s client was charged with one count of open container and three counts of persistent disorderly conduct, carrying a combined potential of up to 90 days in jail and $900 in fines. Stevenson got the open container charge and two of the disorderly conduct counts dismissed. The remaining count of persistent disorderly conduct, a fourth-degree misdemeanor, carries up to 30 days in jail and a $250 fine.