If you or your loved one has been charged with battery or another assault-related offense, turn to Garretson & Toth, LLC for hard-hitting representation. Due to the serious and sensitive nature of your case, we advise you against navigating through the complexities of the legal system alone. Regardless of the unique circumstances pertaining to your charges, you can be confident in our ability to handle your case. Our battery defense attorney is passionate about the pursuit of justice. We will serve as your powerful voice, tenaciously pursuing the most favorable outcome possible.
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When your rights, freedom and future are on the line, you need to hire a courtroom-tested advocate. We will fight tirelessly in order to combat your charges. We will not quit until we have explored each avenue of defense.
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Meet Tyler P. Garretson
Founding Attorney
Attorney Tyler Garretson's practice is limited almost exclusively to criminal defense throughout the State of Kansas. Having first practiced as an Assistant District Attorney in Johnson County, he maintains a daily presence in the Johnson County Courthouse.
Mr. Garretson is admitted to practice in Kansas, as well as in the state of Colorado. Throughout his career, he has held the position of numerous respectable associations, and has remained an active member of the legal community. He regularly represents clients throughout Johnson County (Overland Park, Leawood, Shawnee, Olathe, Mission, Lenexa and other municipal jurisdictions) in addition to district courts in Wyandotte, Douglas, Miami, Franklin, Linn & Riley counties.
Mr. Garretson received his B.A. and his B.S. in 1922 from the University of Kansas. He then went on to receive his Juris Doctorate degree in 1995 from the University of Kansas School of Law.
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Meet W. Scott Toth
Founding Attorney
Attorney W. Scott Toth devotes 100% of his practice to litigation. Throughout his career, he has represented clients facing criminal charges in the state of Kansas, and has handled over 110 jury trials.
Over the years, Mr. Toth has remained an active member of the legal community. He has served as a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers, a member of the National Trial Lawyers Association, a member of the Kansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and more.
Mr. Toth received his B.S. with honors from the University of Southern Colorado in 1984, and his Juris Doctorate from the University of Kansas School of Law in 1988.
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Results Matter
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Assault
DISMISSED
Client acquitted in Johnson County District Court for charges of aggravated assault. The Firm tried this case four times to jury after multiple hung juries. The case was ultimately dismissed by the Court and all arrest information was immediately expunged.
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Drug Crimes
PROBATION
Federal client charged in drug conspiracy, facing statutory minimum sentence of ten years in federal prison, granted probation.
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DUI
ACQUITTED
Client acquitted of Felony DUI after jury trial despite blowing over the legal limit.
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Assault
ACQUITTED
Client tried for aggravated sexual battery acquitted by jury.
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DUI
ACQUITTED
Clients acquitted of DUI across multiple jurisdictions (Johnson County, Douglas County, Overland Park, Mission, Kansas City)
Client Testimonials
Your Case Is in Good Hands
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“I think you... did a great job of making certain that the jurors kept their eye on the facts.”
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“I have to say I hope I never NEED to use his services again, but he is a fabulous attorney, and should my need arise, he'll be my first call.”
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Why Do Clients Choose Our Firm?
There's No Substitute for Insight & Experience
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40+ Years of Combined Experience Aggressively Defending Clients
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Hard-Hitting Defense Tailored to Fit Each Client's Unique Needs
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Every Case Begins with a Free, Confidential Consultation
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Accessible to Clients - All Calls Are Returned on the Same Day
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Committed to Obtaining the Best Possible Outcome for Clients
Common Penalties
Battery is a physical act that results in offensive or harmful contact with another person, without his or her consent. In addition, if you have made a threatening or menacing statement that caused an individual to believe that he or she was in danger of physical harm, you may be charged with battery.
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Incarceration
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Expensive Fines
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Probationary Restrictions
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Restitution for the Victim
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Criminal Record
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Loss of Certain Rights
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Is Battery A Felony Offense?
Battery is typically charged as a misdemeanor. However, severe battery crimes, involving deadly weapons, are charged as felony offenses.
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What Penalties Will I Face?
Penalties are dependent upon the severity of the offense. You will likely face harsher penalties if you have prior convictions on your record.
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Do I Need A Lawyer?
Hiring an attorney will increase your chances of securing a favorable outcome. It would be within your best interests to secure immediate assistance.
We Have The Answers You Need
Frequently Asked Questions
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Will I Have A Criminal Record?
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If you are found guilty and charged with battery, you will be forced to carry a criminal record. We advise you secure immediate legal assistance in order to increase your chances of a favorable case outcome.
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What Will Happen If I Am Convicted?
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A battery conviction could stay on your record for the rest of your life. If charged, you may be fined and face prison or jail time. You may also be placed on probation for a substantial amount of time. Finally, you may receive a court order to attend anger management training or counseling.
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What Is The Difference Between Assault & Battery?
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Assault and battery typically occur in conjunction with one another. Battery offenses are generally always preceded by an assault offense. Battery is conduct which produces bodily injury or offensive contact. Assault does not include physical contact. Instead, it is an attempt to instill fear into another person.
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Possible Case Outcomes
Charges Reduced
There may be a chance that you can get your charges reduced to a misdemeanor, depending upon circumstances with what exactly happened.
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Possible Case Outcomes
Suppressed Evidence
In some instances, it can be proven that some type of violation occurred during the process of investigation, which could lead to evidence being thrown out of court.
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Possible Case Outcomes
Charges Dismissed
We work tirelessly to secure the best possible outcome, including getting your criminal charges completely dismissed, acquitted, or dropped.
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We Know the Law. We Can Protect Your Rights.
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