ASSAULT & BATTERY DEFENSE ATTORNEY — LAS VEGAS, NV
DEFENDINGYOUR FREEDOMAND YOUR FUTURE
Assault and battery charges can result in jail time, fines, and a permanent criminal record that follows you for life. Thomas Boley has defended clients against assault and battery charges in Las Vegas for 18+ years — from simple misdemeanors to felony charges with deadly weapons.
Act Now — Your First Hearing Is Critical
Assault and battery charges move quickly through Nevada's court system. The earlier you have an attorney, the more options you have — including diversion programs, plea negotiations, and suppression motions. Contact us today for a free case evaluation.
NRS 200.471 & NRS 200.481 — WHAT YOU ARE FACING
ASSAULT & BATTERYCHARGE TYPES & PENALTIES
Assault and battery charges in Nevada range from misdemeanors to category B felonies. Understanding the severity of your specific charge is the first step to building an effective defense.
Simple Assault
NRS 200.471
Up to 6 months
Up to $1,000
No physical contact required — threatening words or gestures can be enough
Simple Battery
NRS 200.481
Up to 6 months
Up to $1,000
Any unwanted physical contact — even minor — qualifies as battery under Nevada law
Battery with Substantial Bodily Harm
NRS 200.481(2)(b)
1 – 5 years Nevada State Prison
Up to $10,000
Injuries that create a substantial risk of death, permanent disfigurement, or prolonged impairment
Assault / Battery with a Deadly Weapon
NRS 200.471 / 200.481
2 – 15 years Nevada State Prison
Up to $10,000
Any object capable of causing death or serious injury — firearms, knives, vehicles, and more
Battery on a Protected Person
NRS 200.481(2)(c)
2 – 10 years Nevada State Prison
Up to $10,000
Police officers, firefighters, healthcare workers, teachers, and other protected classes
Domestic Battery (3rd Offense)
NRS 200.485
1 – 5 years Nevada State Prison
Up to $10,000
Also triggers federal firearms ban and potential immigration consequences
Beyond statutory penalties, an assault or battery conviction can result in job loss, housing difficulties, immigration consequences, loss of the right to possess firearms, and a permanent criminal record. Fighting for the best possible outcome from the very beginning is critical — contact Thomas Boley for a free case evaluation.
HOW WE FIGHT YOUR CHARGES
PROVEN ASSAULT & BATTERYDEFENSE STRATEGIES
Thomas Boley examines every aspect of the incident — from the context of the altercation to witness credibility — to identify the strongest defenses available to reduce or dismiss your charges.
Self-Defense
Nevada law (NRS 200.200) recognizes the right to use reasonable force to defend yourself from imminent bodily harm. If you reasonably believed you were about to be attacked and used proportionate force to protect yourself, self-defense is a complete defense to assault and battery charges. We investigate the full context of the incident, including the other party's prior threats and aggression.
Defense of Others
You have the legal right to use reasonable force to protect a third party — a family member, friend, or even a stranger — from imminent harm. If you intervened to stop an attack on someone else, defense of others may apply to your case. We gather witness statements and evidence to establish the threat that justified your actions.
False Accusations & Credibility Challenges
Assault and battery charges frequently arise from domestic disputes, bar fights, or road rage incidents where accounts conflict sharply. We investigate the accuser's motive, prior false reports, inconsistencies in police reports, and the absence of corroborating physical evidence. Many cases hinge entirely on the credibility of the complaining witness.
Lack of Intent
Battery requires a willful and unlawful use of force. Accidental contact — bumping into someone in a crowd, a sports injury, or an unintentional physical interaction — does not meet the legal threshold for battery. We challenge the prosecution's ability to prove the required mental state (mens rea) beyond a reasonable doubt.
Consent
Certain physical contact is implicitly or explicitly consented to — contact sports, medical procedures, and mutual combat. If the alleged victim consented to the physical interaction, that consent is a valid defense. We analyze the full context of the incident to determine whether consent applies to your specific situation.
Constitutional Violations
If police violated your Fourth Amendment rights during the arrest — unlawful search and seizure, failure to advise Miranda rights, coerced statements — we file suppression motions to exclude that evidence. Evidence obtained in violation of your constitutional rights cannot be used against you in court, and suppression can result in dismissal of charges.
Not sure which defenses apply to your assault or battery case? . Thomas Boley will personally review the details of the incident and explain every option available to you.
NRS 200.485 — DOMESTIC BATTERY
DOMESTIC BATTERYCHARGES IN NEVADA
Nevada is a mandatory arrest state for domestic battery. This means police must arrest the accused even if the alleged victim does not want to press charges. Once police make the arrest, only the prosecutor can drop the charges — not the alleged victim. This is why having an experienced attorney from the moment of arrest is critical.
The alleged victim CANNOT drop the charges — only the prosecutor can
A conviction triggers a federal firearms ban under 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(9)
Can affect child custody proceedings and parental rights
Can have serious immigration consequences for non-citizens
A third offense within 7 years is a category C felony
Domestic Battery Penalties
Up to 6 months jail, up to $1,000 fine, mandatory counseling
Up to 364 days jail, up to $2,000 fine, counseling
1–5 years Nevada State Prison, up to $10,000 fine
If you have been arrested for domestic battery in Las Vegas, do not wait. Contact us immediately for a free case evaluation. The decisions made in the first hours after arrest can significantly affect the outcome of your case.
OUR DEFENSE PROCESS
HOW WE DEFENDYOUR CASE
Free Case Evaluation
We review every detail of the incident — police reports, witness statements, surveillance footage, medical records, and the circumstances of your arrest. We identify self-defense arguments, credibility issues, and constitutional violations before your first court appearance.
Evidence Investigation
We obtain all available evidence — police bodycam and dashcam footage, surveillance video, 911 call recordings, medical records, and prior complaint history of the alleged victim. We work with investigators to build a complete picture of what actually happened.
Motions & Negotiation
We file suppression motions to exclude unlawfully obtained evidence, challenge the sufficiency of the charges, and negotiate with prosecutors for reduced charges or dismissal. Many assault and battery cases can be resolved without a trial — but only with aggressive, early advocacy.
Trial Preparation & Defense
If the prosecution refuses a fair resolution, we take your case to trial. Thomas Boley prepares every assault and battery case as if it will go before a jury — cross-examining witnesses, challenging the prosecution's narrative, and presenting a compelling defense to protect your freedom and your future.
NEVADA LAW REFERENCE
KEY NEVADA STATUTESFOR YOUR DEFENSE
Understanding the exact statutes that apply to your case is fundamental to building an effective defense. Thomas Boley knows Nevada assault and battery law inside and out.
Assault — Definition & Penalties
Nevada defines assault as an unlawful attempt, coupled with a present ability, to commit a violent injury on another person, or intentionally placing another person in reasonable apprehension of immediate bodily harm. Simple assault is a misdemeanor; assault with a deadly weapon is a category B felony.
Read full statuteBattery — Definition & Penalties
Battery is the willful and unlawful use of force or violence upon the person of another. Simple battery is a misdemeanor punishable by up to 6 months in jail. Battery causing substantial bodily harm, battery with a deadly weapon, or battery on a protected person (police officer, healthcare worker, teacher) is a felony.
Read full statuteDomestic Battery
Battery committed against a spouse, domestic partner, co-habitant, or co-parent carries enhanced penalties. A first domestic battery offense is a misdemeanor; a second offense within 7 years is a gross misdemeanor; a third offense is a category C felony. Convictions also trigger federal firearms prohibitions under 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(9).
Read full statuteSexual Assault (Aggravated Battery)
When battery involves sexual contact without consent, charges escalate to sexual assault under NRS 200.366, a category A felony carrying life imprisonment. Thomas Boley provides aggressive defense representation for all categories of assault and battery charges, including the most serious felony allegations.
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Assault and battery charges move quickly through Nevada's court system. The earlier you have an experienced attorney, the more options you have — including diversion programs, charge reductions, and outright dismissal. Thomas Boley offers free consultations — no commitment, no upfront fees.
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