An assault with intent to commit murder charge is a serious criminal offense. If you or a loved one is being investigated for or has been charged with assault with intent to commit murder in Michigan, it is important that they immediately consult an experienced criminal defense attorney to protect their rights.

WHAT DOES THE LAW DEFINE AS ASSAULT WITH INTENT TO COMMIT MURDER?

750.83 Sec. 83 of the Michigan Penal Code defines assault with intent to commit murder as “Any person who shall assault another with intent to commit the crime of murder, shall be guilty of a felony….”

JAIL TIME FOR ASSAULT WITH INTENT TO COMMIT MURDER IN MICHIGAN

An individual charged with assault with intent to commit murder in Michigan is facing a felony.  If convicted and found guilty, the charge is punishable by imprisonment in the state prison for life or any number of years.

DEFENDING AN ASSAULT CHARGE IN MICHIGAN

There are several defenses to a assault with intent to commit murder charge. A defendant can argue that they didn’t commit the crime and it’s a case of mistaken identity or the wrong person is being charged. The defendant can also argue that they committed the assault as a result of self defense. A defendant can argue that they are not guilty of assault to commit murder because one or more of the specific elements of the crime was not met and that a lesser criminal charge is applicable.

An experienced Michigan criminal defense attorney can fully investigate the facts of the crime and build a defense. It is important when retaining an attorney, that they are qualified to defend the serious and complex nature of this charge.

Why Choose the Arnone Law Team
as Your Michigan Criminal Defense Attorney?

The Arnone Law Team is well known in Macomb County and surrounding courts for their incomparable reputation with clients. Most of Arnone Law Team’s phone calls are from individuals who were referred to their firm from former or current clients. Satisfaction in legal representation can’t be bought with marketing dollars. The Arnone Law Team does not need to advertise fancy legal slogans on billboards to attract clients.

The Arnone Team is a powerhouse legal team.

They take only limited cases and they commit themselves to each case and client that they accept. No stone remains unturned as they investigate and build a defense.

Attorney Joseph Arnone has practiced in district, circuit, and federal courts defending cases. And when it comes to complex criminal cases, he sees the challenge, meets it, and exceeds all expectations that the client may have.