Depends on the circumstances and the judge. Usually 2-6 years in prison if convicted and a few thousand dollars in fines.
Felony
In Perth, Western Australia, the punishment is as follows: Depending on the level of injury, it would be either 1st or 2nd degree assault. First degree is a level 11 felony carrying roughly 9 years for someone with no history and 25 years for someone with the max history. If it is second degree assault, it is a level 4 felony carrying 9 months for somoene with no history or 5 years for someone with the max history.
The penalty for fourth degree sexual assault is imprisonment not to exceed nine months or a fine not to exceed $10,000, or both. (WISCONSIN)
they go to court and get jail time. or they get a fine.
If someone violently grabs hold of your shirt, it could be considered as assault, specifically simple assault. This is because the individual is acting in a way that causes the victim to fear or anticipate immediate harm or unwanted physical contact.
Assuming you have no prior felony convictions, between five and twenty-five years.
Assuming you have no prior felony convictions, between five and twenty-five years.
Possible penalties for third-degree assault and battery in South Carolina include fines or up to 30 days in jail. The absence of a criminal history may be a mitigating factor in sentencing, but jail time is still a possibility depending on the circumstances of the case and the discretion of the judge. It is advisable to consult with a criminal defense attorney for guidance.
The second degree assault is considered more severe.
In the eyes of the legislature who wrote the law, one is more serious than the other. First degree assault would have a higher penalty than third degree assault.
well not that i am a specialist but i am guessin 20 years why would you want to know. besides just go google it.
If it occurred after your 18th birthday it will remain a permanent part of your criminal history record.