Case Type: Criminal Defense
Original Charges: 2 Counts of Simple Battery
Location: Cobb County, Georgia
Date Resolved: August 2026
Result: Full Dismissal of All Charges
Case Overview
Our client was facing two Simple Battery charges in Cobb County, Georgia. Under Georgia law, Simple Battery is generally a misdemeanor, and a conviction can expose a defendant to up to 12 months in jail and a fine of up to $1,000 per count, along with possible probation and a criminal record.
With two separate counts pending, the client faced the possibility of penalties on both charges and the broader consequences that can accompany a battery conviction.
Strategic Defense
Attorney Larry Korn, supported by his paralegal, carefully evaluated the allegations, available evidence, and circumstances surrounding both charges.
Rather than accepting a plea that would leave the client with a battery conviction, the defense strategy focused on identifying weaknesses and opportunities within the State’s case and pursuing a resolution that would eliminate the client’s criminal exposure.
Through strategic advocacy and negotiation, the defense team ultimately secured the complete dismissal of both Simple Battery charges.
Case Result
Both charges were fully dismissed.
The client avoided:
- Convictions on both Simple Battery counts
- Potential jail time
- Court-imposed fines associated with a conviction
- Probation for these charges
- A Simple Battery conviction resulting from this case
The case was closed without the client having to accept a conviction on either original charge.
Why This Result Matters
A battery charge can have consequences extending beyond the immediate criminal penalties. A conviction may affect employment opportunities, professional background checks, housing, and other areas where a criminal record can become relevant.
In this case, obtaining a full dismissal of both charges eliminated the client’s exposure to the potential penalties associated with the two pending Simple Battery counts and allowed the client to move forward without a conviction from the case.
Key Takeaway
Being charged with Simple Battery does not mean a conviction is inevitable. The evidence, circumstances of the alleged incident, and defense strategy can significantly influence how a case is resolved.
When the facts support it, an experienced criminal defense attorney can pursue dismissal rather than simply negotiating the penalties attached to a conviction.
Facing Simple Battery or other criminal charges in Cobb County or elsewhere in Georgia? Call us for a free consultation: 404-226-4236.
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every criminal case depends on its individual facts and circumstances.