Store Owner Charged With Felony Assault Resulting in Bodily Injury After Fighting With Thief

A store owner was charged with felony assault causing bodily injury after a confrontation with a thief. We conducted a thorough investigation, uncovering witness statements that challenged the thief’s claims. Using this evidence, we successfully persuaded the judge to reduce the charge to a misdemeanor. This outcome allowed our client to avoid jail time and continue running his business without a felony on his record.