Assault and Bodily Harm Defense Lawyer in Bucharest
Have you been accused of assault or bodily harm?A conflict of a few minutes can become a criminal file. Statements differ, and a forensic certificate does not always explain how the injuries occurred.If you have been summoned by the police or the prosecutor, the situation should be analysed before your first statement.
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What I check first
For the other charges in the same category, see the page on violent crime defense.
I check how the conflict started, who acted first, witness statements, video footage, messages and the forensic documents.
A key point is whether the facts described in the complaint match the evidence and whether the legal classification is correct.
Assault and bodily harm are regulated separately by the Criminal Code, and the severity of the injuries can change the classification.
The forensic certificate is not the only evidence
The number of days of medical care matters, but the defense cannot be reduced to that single document.
I also analyse the mechanism of the injuries, the moment of examination, video footage, witness statements and whether self-defense or another relevant context applies.
If the injuries came from a road accident
This page covers intentional physical violence.
If the charge is negligent bodily injury after a car crash, see the page on road traffic offences.
What to send me
If you have them, send me:
- the summons, complaint or document you received;
- any forensic certificate you know of;
- photographs taken after the incident;
- the relevant conversations with the complainant;
- any information about witnesses.
Summoned for questioning?
Call before you give a statement. The procedure is explained on the page about the criminal investigation stage.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between assault and bodily harm?
Assault (art. 193 Criminal Code) generally involves physical suffering without serious consequences, while bodily harm (art. 194) requires more serious results such as infirmity, serious permanent aesthetic damage or endangerment of life.Can the complaint be withdrawn?
For assault, criminal action is triggered by a prior complaint, so withdrawal or reconciliation can end the criminal proceedings. I check whether the charge in your file allows this.What do days of medical care mean?
They represent the medically necessary healing time, not the sick-leave period. The number influences the legal classification and can be challenged through a new expert report.If I defended myself, am I still liable?
Self-defense removes the criminal character of the act if the legal conditions are met. That is why who started the conflict matters, not only the final result.
Contact | Free initial assessment
Tell me in a few sentences what happened and I will tell you concretely what the next steps are. The first assessment discussion is free.
Official resources
- Legislative Portal - Criminal Code, art. 193 and art. 194 on assault and bodily harm. (Legislation)
- Legislative Portal - Criminal Procedure Code, provisions on the prior complaint and questioning. (Legislation)