Assault Lawyer — Utah, Idaho & Colorado
Facing an assault charge in Utah, Idaho, or Colorado? Our trial-tested defense team fights to reduce or dismiss charges, protect your record, and keep you out of jail. Free 24/7 case review.
What to Do After an Assault Arrest
Do not make statements without a lawyer. You can politely assert your right to counsel.
Preserve evidence. Save texts, social media messages, videos, photos, and witnesses’ contact information.
Follow release conditions. Obey no-contact orders and attend court dates to avoid new charges.
Call us early. Acting early helps with bail, negotiations, and protecting your defense.
Charges, Penalties, and Enhancers
Assault can range from misdemeanor simple assault to felony aggravated assault, especially when there is serious injury or a weapon involved. Domestic violence designations, prior convictions, and protective order violations can increase penalties, such as jail time, probation, fines, classes, and firearm restrictions. We evaluate the evidence, alleged injuries, and legal issues to pursue dismissal, reduction, or acquittal.
Defenses We Commonly Use
Self-defense or defense of others, lack of intent, mistaken identity, unreliable witnesses, constitutional violations (stop, search, interrogation), and evidentiary challenges to injury or medical evidence. Many cases are resolved through reduced charges or diversion programs; when a trial is the best path, we litigate.
Utah Overview
Simple vs. aggravated assault, DV enhancers, expungement. We appear in courts statewide, including Salt Lake City, Orem/Provo, Ogden, and St. George.
Idaho Overview
Assault vs. battery distinctions, domestic violence designations, diversion options. We defend clients in Boise, Meridian, Nampa, and beyond.
Colorado Overview
Assault degrees (1st–3rd), strangulation and DV enhancements, mandatory protection orders. Representation across Denver, Aurora, Colorado Springs, and more.
Why Zabriskie Law Firm?
Thousands of criminal cases defended; extensive jury trial experience
24/7 availability for urgent calls and court hearings
Attorneys licensed in UT, ID, and CO; Spanish available
Clear strategy, persistent negotiations, and courtroom advocacy
No result is guaranteed; outcomes depend on facts and law.
Areas We Serve
Utah: Salt Lake City, Orem, Ogden, St. George …
Idaho: Boise, Meridian, Nampa …
Colorado: Denver, Aurora, Colorado Springs …
