Understanding Assault & Battery with a Deadly Weapon
What is assault and battery with a deadly weapon? Hi, I’m Tulsa criminal attorney Carl Birkhead with Wirth Law Office in Tulsa, Oklahoma. I’ve been practicing criminal law for over seven years now, and I want to help you make law easy by talking about what an assault and battery with a deadly weapon charge is and what those penalties might be.
Defining the Charge
Assault and battery with a deadly weapon (A&B with a deadly weapon) involves intentionally using a weapon capable of causing serious harm. This includes firearms, knives, or even vehicles if used to strike someone deliberately. Unlike shooting with intent to kill, this charge doesn’t require an intent to take a life—only the knowledge that the weapon could cause deadly force.
For example, if an argument escalates, weapons are drawn, and shots are fired to intimidate rather than kill, it can still qualify as A&B with a deadly weapon. The same applies if someone uses a knife or intentionally hits another person with a car, knowing the potential danger.
The Role of Intent
Intent plays a crucial role in these cases. Was there prior evidence of threats? Did emotions escalate suddenly? The details matter in forming a defense. If you’re facing this charge or suspect one might be filed against you, call the criminal attorney Tulsa people can count on as soon as possible.
I want to sit down with you. I want to go over all of the elements, and I want to see what we can do to raise the defense on your behalf. My name is Carl Birkhead. I’m an attorney with Wirth Law Office, and I want to help you make law easy.
Start with a Low-Cost Initial Strategy Session
If you are confronting charges of assault and battery with a deadly weapon, now is the time to act. Call 918-879-1681 to set up your low-cost initial strategy session. Together, we can explore your case details and start building a strong defense that fits your unique situation.
