Common Assault

Common Assault is the lest serious charge on an offence of violence, however this charge can still have significant penalties at sentence.

Have you been charged with Common Assault and are looking for more information?

Common Assault is the least serious offence of violence under the Queensland Criminal Law. However, because it is still considered an offence of violence a sentencing court can still impose a sentence of imprisonment for a first offence for a person who has no criminal history. Our lawyers will help you navigate the charge by looking at all your options to navigate the charge for the most favorable outcome.

Murray Torcetti Lawyers prepare a Defence Assessment for all our clients. If you have been charged with Common Assault, a Defence Assessment will take some of the uncertainty out of the situation and help you plan the best approach moving forward. More information about the Defence Assessment can be found here.

What does the Prosecution need to prove beyond resonable doubt?

Some of the things the lawyer will be aware of

What are some of the defences to Common Assault?

Can the charge be 'Case Conferenced'?

For criminal charges in Queensland, your defence lawyer will review your charges, the possible evidence and your instructions to start negotiating the charges. The aim of case conferencing for defence lawyers is to place you in the most favourable position by resisting charges and facts that are not supported by evidence, law or contrary to your instructions.

What is Case Conferencing?

What can I do if I am pleading guilty?

Our Lawyers who defend Common Assault Charges

Solicitor & Director 

Brisbane Office  

Suite 10 Level 12 95
North Quay Brisbane 4000

07 5414 4209

Caboolture Office 

4/13 King Street

Caboolture, Queensland

07 5414 4209

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C.B - 2021 

I felt like I was in good hands immediately
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