City of Orange, Orange County - On Saturday evening a fight among seven people broke out inside a SUV that was pulled over on the 55 Freeway at Lincoln Avenue in the city of Orange, according to Orange Police.
When it was all over two people had to be taken to the hospital after being stabbed, according to police.
Police say it's unclear what started the fight and are still investigating.
Santa Ana criminal attorney Michael L. Guisti says it's very likely the suspect or suspects who allegedly stabbed the victims will likely face an assault with a deadly weapon charge.
Many people who find themselves under arrest for something like domestic violence or maybe a fight at a bar are often surprised when they're charged with assault with a deadly weapon, according to Guisti, because in the course of the crime somebody may have threatened to harm somebody with an object.
A lot of people think assault with a deadly weapon must involve a gun or knife, but any object used in a threatening matter that can result in injury qualifies as a deadly weapon, according to Guisti.
Guisti says using a gun in this case brings on separate charges.
Santa Ana criminal defense lawyer Guisti says it's very important to understand for you to be charged with this crime you don't actually have to assault somebody with a deadly weapon, only that you had the ability to, which is why this is a common charge in domestic violence cases and fights.
In addition to this crime it's possible to you can also face criminal threat charges, according to Guisti.
Assault with a deadly weapon is a "wobbler," which means it can be charged either as a misdemeanor or felony, according to Guisti.
Being convicted of assault with a deadly weapon can land you behind state prison bars for many years, which is why if you're facing this charge you must call the Law Offices of Michael L. Guisti right away at 714-530-9690 so we can get you the best possible outcome and you can go on with your life.
