As a former Deputy Public Defender in Riverside County, Mr. Donath has always been on the defense side of the law.
Top 100 Trial Attorneys in California 2012-2014, 2008 Trial Attorney of the Year by the Riverside County Public Defender's Office, and dozens of other awards and accolades.
Your lawyer should have a passion for defense, not just a passion for money. Reputation, vigor, and determination go a long way in this business.
As a former Deputy Public Defender in Riverside County, Mr. Donath has always been on the defense side of the law.
Top 100 Trial Attorneys in California 2012-2014, 2008 Trial Attorney of the Year by the Riverside County Public Defender's Office, and dozens of other awards and accolades.
Your lawyer should have a passion for defense, not just a passion for money. Reputation, vigor, and determination go a long way in this business.
Posted in Assault FAQ'S on April 1, 2015
Because PC 243.6 can be charged as either a misdemeanor or felony, the sentencing varies considerably.
If convicted as a MISDEMEANOR, punishment could include:
• Up to 1 year of jail
• Up to $2,000 in fines
• A 10 year prohibition on firearm ownership / possession pursuant to PC 29805
• Confiscation/destruction of the weapon
• Criminal Protective Order (Restraining Order)
• Up to 5 years of Summary (informal) probation
• Participation in a Batterers Program
• Restitution
IF granted probation:
• Up to 1 year of jail
• Up to $2,000 in fines
• A lifetime ban on firearm ownership / possession
• Confiscation/destruction of the weapon
• Criminal Protective Order (Restraining Order)
• Up to 5 Years of Formal Probation
• Participation in Batterers Program
• Restitution
IF denied probation:
• Either 16 months, 2 or 3 years in county prison
• A lifetime ban on firearm ownership / possession
• Confiscation / destruction of the weapon
• Ineligible for future reduction to a misdemeanor pursuant to PC 17(b)
• Restitution
If you, or a family member has been arrested for Battery Against a School Employee (PC 243.6), call me at (951) 667-5293 or (714) 758-5293 for a Free Consultation.