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What You Need to Know About Claiming Self-Defense in Charges of Assault
October 30th, 2023
The crime of assault can apply to a wide range of conduct, and the seriousness of the charges will often depend on the nature and severity of the victim’s injuries. If you caused or attempted to cause bodily injury to someone else, you will likely…
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Understanding Assault Charges and Penalties
January 11th, 2023
Criminal assault occurs when a person unlawfully causes or attempts to cause bodily injury to another person. Criminal battery, which is often charged together with assault, is also a misdemeanor and occurs when a person intentionally, knowingly, or…
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Defending Against Assault Charges
December 7th, 2022
In Wyoming, criminal assault occurs when a person “having the present ability to do so…unlawfully attempts to cause injury to another.” Criminal battery occurs when a person “intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly causes bodily injury to…
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Admissible Evidence in a Wyoming Assault Case
March 11th, 2020
In a criminal assault case, the prosecution must prove certain elements of a crime to persuade a judge or jury to find in its favor and secure a conviction. This is done through the presentation of evidence.
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5 Things You Need to Know About Wyoming Assault Charges
November 12th, 2019
Assault and battery are some of the most common charges of violent crime a person may face. Allegations of assault and battery can send your life in a direction you never expected, and you may be wondering how you will move forward. At the Just Crimi…
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Penalties for a Wyoming Domestic Violence Conviction
July 25th, 2018
Under Wyoming domestic violence laws, a person who commits an assault or battery against a member of the same household may be subject to stiffer penalties and a possible felony charge. The penalties are even higher if you prior convictions for viole…
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Is Assault and Battery a Felony in Wyoming?
June 25th, 2018
If you have been charged with assault in Wyoming, there is a chance you could spend time in prison and have a felony conviction on your criminal record for the rest of your life. An experienced Wyoming criminal defense attorney can help you understan…
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How to Have a Wyoming Assault Charge Expunged
April 25th, 2018
Having a Wyoming assault charge expunged is the process or removing or sealing your criminal record from the public. Once you have successfully had your Wyoming assault charge expunged, you can truthfully answer, in limited circumstances, that you ha…
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Will Your Employer Find Out About Your Wyoming Assault Charge?
March 1st, 2018
If you’ve been charged with assault in Wyoming, you may be wondering whether your employer will find out about your criminal charge, and whether you are obligated to tell your employer about it. You Are Only Obligated to Inform Your Employer About…
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Wyoming Self Defense Laws in Response to Charges of Assault and Battery
November 30th, 2017
If you were involved in a fight and have been arrested for criminal assault and battery, you probably have questions about what kinds of penalties you might be facing, whether you’ll have to go to jail, and whether you can use Wyoming self defense…
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