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What is the level of offense for assault and battery on a handicapped person where the victim receives serious injury?
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Depending on the jurisdiction in which you live, there is USUALLY an 'enhanced" penalty for committing an offense against an elderly, disabled, or mentally impaired victim
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Is tort assault and battery?
A "tort" is a civil offense whereas 'assault" is a criminal offense, the two are not compatible.
Can a person be arrested for assault and battery?
Absoultely. Assault & Battery is actually a felony offense in many/most jurisdictions.
Assault and battery on a police officer?
Assault and Battery on a Police Officer is a serious criminal offense. There is a common misconception about Assault, and I'll explain this here. Assault is not the unlawful touching of another person, that is Battery. Assault is to provoke fear in someone that you may batter them (hit them). If you've been charged with Assault & Battery on a Police officer, it would be suggest that you seek legal counsel to protect your rights.
Can you be suspended for punching?
Certainly, it is assault and battery, and punching a teacher, law enforcement officer, etc would amplify the offense.
The difference between the tort of battery and criminal offense of battery?
Tort of battery is intentionally and voluntarily bringing about an unconsented harmful or offensive contact with a person ot to something closely associated to them. Battery is a criminal offense involving unlawful physical contact, distinct from assault in that the contact is not necessarily violent.
Can you get a warrant of arrest for battery dropped?
No, even though the assault is an offense committed against an individual, "battery" is a crime against the state. You will either be arrested or must surrender yourself, at which time you could possibly plea bargain it down to a lesser offense.
What sentencing would an adult first offense assault and battery charge?
The sentencing for an adult first offense assault and battery charge can vary depending on the circumstances of the case, including the severity of the injuries, the presence of any aggravating factors, and the jurisdiction's laws. In general, the penalties can range from a fine and probation to imprisonment, with the possibility of community service and anger management classes.
Is assault a moral turpitude offense?
no
In a assault charge against an adult on a 17 year old girl concidered an assault on a minor?
By her age she IS a minor - if that specific charge is an enhanced penalty offense in your state (i.e.- it is a greater offense to assault a minor than it is to assault an adult) then the assaulter COULD be charged with that offense.
How long does a assault battery charge stay on your record in Michigan?
Unless the offense occurred prior to your 18th birthday your criminal history is a permanent lifetime record.
What are synonyms of siege?
assault, offense, attack
What is difference between simple and aggravated assault or battery?
Simple assault or battery involves intentionally causing harm or offense to someone without a weapon, while aggravated assault or battery involves causing more serious harm with a deadly weapon or under more severe circumstances, such as with intent to kill or in a domestic violence situation. Aggravated assault or battery typically carries harsher penalties than simple assault or battery.
