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It is the threat of a battery. It would mean threatening to commit a battery on someone with the present ability to carry out the threat. It is a class B misdemeanor with a possible penalty of 6 months in jail and possible fine of up to $1500.

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How long should a simple assault take to make an arrest?

there is no such thing as a simple assault


What are some examples of simple assault?

Slapping someone, or spitting on someone are examples of simple assault in Canada.


Aggravated assault simple assault harassment?

The electric chair.


Can a parolee be charged with violation of parole for a simple assault simply because they are accused of simple assault...Do they need to be convicted first?

A parolee can be violated by being in close proximity of the commission of the crime of simple assault. So, yes.


Is it better to a simple assault or domestic assault on your record?

It is better not to have any such assault on your record. Domestic assault is particularly distasteful, and is a very cowardly act.


What if you have simple assault on your record and get charged again with simple assault?

The odds are that you'll be treated more harshly by the court the second time around.


If found guilty with assault is it a felony or misdemeanor?

In most jurisdictions I am aware of "Simple" Assault (meaning assault with nothing but your hands or fists) is a misdemeanor. It can be charged as a more serious crime depending upon the seriousness of the injuries inflicted on the victim.


Can you be charged with simple assault for a phone threat with no witnesses?

No, not 'simple assault.' A 'harrassment' or 'stalking' or "making telephonic threats' charge might be another matter though


Is a crime of assault in florida a crime of moral turpitude?

It may depend on the TYPE of assault being referred to. While Simple Assault is not, a Sexual Assault, or an Assault W/I to Kill (for example) certainly would be.


What is the average sentence of a simple assault charge in PA?

Simple assault is a misdemeanor. Mxximum of not more than one year in jail and/or a fine. Other than that much depends on the seriousness of the assault and the perpetrators' past record.


Assault or assault and battery what it mean?

'Assault' (sometimes called "simple assault" is an assault by unwanted touching using your hands or fists. 'Assault and Battery' means an unwanted touching using your hands using some striking object.


What is the penalty for simple assault in Pennsylvania?

Depends entirely on the circumstances and what degree Simple Assault you're referring to. Simple Assault is considered a misdemeanor in PA and the punishment ranges from 1 year (max) in prison to 5. (1) assault on a child (under 14 years old) - (max) 5 years in prison (2) assault (most common) - (max) 2 years in prison (3) (mutual) assault - (max) 1 year in prison

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