Assault and Battery Case Studies

Real Virginia court outcomes in § 18.2-57 assault and battery cases. See how aggressive defense can make the difference.

Blankenship v. Commonwealth

Court affirms assault and battery conviction, emphasizing intent and lack of consent under § 18.2-57.

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Fox v. Commonwealth, Record No. 0204-09-4 (Va. App. 12/22/2009)

Virginia assault and battery law requires intentional unlawful touching; conviction standards clarified.

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Green v. Commonwealth

Court upholds assault and battery conviction, emphasizing intent and unlawful contact under § 18.2-57.

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Kelley v. Commonwealth

Case clarifies intent requirements for assault and battery convictions in Virginia.

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McGowan v. Commonwealth

Virginia court clarifies evidentiary standards and defenses in assault and battery cases.

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