Denver Assault & Battery Defense Attorney

Fighting for Clients in Denver, Adams, and Broomfield Counties

An assault or battery arrest can bring jail exposure, protective orders, and a record that affects work, housing, and family life. Whether this is your first arrest or a more serious allegation, you need a defense that acts quickly, protects your rights, and looks for every path to reduce or dismiss the charges. DeChant Law is ready to step in, guide you through each step, and fight for your future.

What You’re Facing

Colorado treats assault as a violent offense. Charges range from misdemeanor third degree assault to felony first and second degree assault, with penalties that can include years in prison if serious injury or weapons are alleged. Battery can be filed at the municipal level and often overlaps with state charges for assault or menacing. Menacing involves placing someone in fear of imminent serious bodily injury and can be charged as a felony if a weapon is involved. Every case turns on the facts, the alleged injuries, the identities of those involved, and what the state can actually prove.

Defense Strategies That Work

Attorney Reid DeChant digs into the details that decide outcomes. We examine whether the police had lawful grounds to detain or arrest you, what body cam or witness statements really show, and whether any medical evidence supports the accusations. Self defense, defense of others, lack of intent, and misidentification are all viable defenses when supported by the record. We also build a mitigation plan that presents your story, treatment efforts when appropriate, and the context of the event to influence charging decisions and sentencing options.

Why Choose DeChant Law

Reid brings perspective from both public defense and private practice. He understands how prosecutors assemble assault and menacing cases and how to challenge weak points. Clients work directly with their attorney, stay informed, and help shape strategy. The goal is simple. Protect your freedom, protect your record, and pursue the best possible outcome through negotiation or trial.

Take Action Now

Early action can preserve evidence, secure witnesses, and protect your rights. Put a proven Denver criminal defense lawyer on your side today.

Call DeChant Law at (303) 409-7500 for a confidential consultation. Speak directly with an attorney who treats you like a teammate, not a case number, and get a clear plan for defending against assault, battery, or menacing charges.