Massachusetts Assault & Battery Defense Attorney

Assault and battery charges in Massachusetts can range from a simple misdemeanor to a serious felony, depending on the circumstances. Even a misdemeanor conviction can result in jail time, fines, a restraining order, and a criminal record that follows you for life. Clifford Defense provides aggressive defense for all assault and battery charges across Massachusetts.

Understanding Assault vs. Battery in Massachusetts

Under Massachusetts law, assault and battery are distinct but often charged together. Assault is an attempted or threatened battery — placing someone in reasonable fear of imminent harm. Battery is the harmful or offensive touching of another person without consent.

Types of Assault & Battery Charges

• Simple assault and battery (misdemeanor)
• Assault and battery with a dangerous weapon (felony)
• Aggravated assault and battery
• Assault and battery on a police officer
• Assault and battery on a family or household member (domestic violence)
• Strangulation or suffocation charges

Defense Strategies We Use

• Self-Defense: You had the right to protect yourself from harm
• Defense of Others: You were protecting a third party
• Lack of Intent: The contact was accidental, not intentional
• False Allegations: The alleged victim fabricated or exaggerated the incident
• Consent: The touching was consented to
• Insufficient Evidence: The prosecution cannot prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt

Statewide Assault Defense Coverage

We defend assault and battery cases in every Massachusetts court — from Boston to Worcester, Springfield to Plymouth, and everywhere in between. Our attorneys know local prosecutors and court procedures, giving you a critical advantage in your defense.