Foley Assault Defense Lawyer

Defending Violent Crime Charges

An accusation of assault or another violent offense carries heavy consequences-jail exposure, restrictive bonds, and long-term stigma. Christopher D. Salter, P.C. brings decades of criminal defense experience to cases arising from bar disputes in Downtown Foley to altercations after events at Heritage Park or along the Gulf Shores beach district. While our firm focuses on cases like assault, domestic-related offenses, and robbery-not the most traumatic violent crimes-we apply serious, trial-tested advocacy to every matter we accept.

Types of Violent Crimes We Handle

Each charge demands fact-specific analysis and an early investigation.

Alabama Penalties for Violent Offenses

Penalties range from Class A misdemeanors to Class A felonies. Simple assault can mean up to a year; aggravated assault or armed robbery can bring lengthy prison sentences, restitution, and a lifelong felony record with collateral consequences for jobs, housing, and gun rights. Understanding degrees, enhancements, and prior-record effects is essential from day one.

Our Strategic Defense Approach

We build defenses around self-defense, defense of others, misidentification, or lack of intent-supported by witness interviews, surveillance pulls, and challenging unreliable statements. Where appropriate, we negotiate to reduce felonies to misdemeanors or secure alternative resolutions. Local knowledge of Baldwin County court practices helps us craft realistic goals and clear strategies.

Victim & Witness Issues

Even when a complainant wants charges dropped, the State can proceed. We handle no-contact orders, witness recantations, and bond modifications with care-protecting your case while complying with court conditions.

If your situation also includes a property element or you're exploring post-case record options, review these resources.

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