Man Acquitted in Assault Case

A man in Port Angeles, Washington has been acquitted in a case of him branding his children. The man was originally charged with two counts of second-degree assault. Mark J. Seamands was accused of branding his two teenage sons, however the sons testified that they wanted to be branded. The man also reportedly branded himself in order to bring his family closer together.

Assault  charges can be incredibly serious and result in consequences such as jail time and heavy fines depending on the situation. It's important that you understand what you are being charged with and how you should go about resolving this matter. You do have rights to protect during this difficult time and options to do so. Begin the process of moving forward with your life. It's in your best interest to work with a criminal defense lawyer who will understand your case and be able to guide you through this difficult process. A defense attorney will know how to deal with court proceedings and any other aspects necessary. You can count on a defense lawyer to always have your best interest in mind while fighting to protect your rights. Please take some time today to contact a criminal defense attorney and begin discussing the details of your case.