Assault & Battery Idaho
Consequences of Assaulting a Police Officer or EMT in Idaho
Law enforcement officers and first responders put their lives on the line every day to protect the citizens of Idaho. Because of the inherent dangers of their jobs, the state legis...
Patient and Visitor Violence: Battery Charges Against Healthcare Workers in Idaho
Hospitals are supposed to be places of healing, but emergency rooms in Idaho are increasingly becoming sites of violence. Nurses, doctors, and triage staff in cities like Boise, Na...
Suing a Bar or Bouncer for Unjustified Assault and Battery in Idaho
Going out for a drink in Boise, Coeur d'Alene, or Nampa should be a safe and enjoyable experience. However, when nightclub security crosses the line from maintaining order to infli...
Road Rage and Aggravated Assault Charges in Idaho: Penalties and Defenses
We have all experienced frustration behind the wheel, but when anger boils over into a physical altercation or reckless intimidation on the highway, the legal consequences in Idaho...
Misdemeanor vs. Felony Aggravated Battery in Idaho: Sentencing Guidelines
Being charged with a violent crime is a terrifying experience that can permanently alter the course of your life. In Idaho, the law draws a very sharp, unforgiving line between a s...
Idaho Stand Your Ground Laws: Legal Defenses for Assault and Battery Charges
Facing criminal charges for assault or battery is terrifying, especially when you were simply trying to protect yourself, your family, or your home. Idaho strongly protects the rig...