Agg. Battery in Illinois is a Class 4 felony in most instances. This means it carries a penalty of 1 to 3 years in prison and a possible fine of up to $25,000. In some instances it may be upgraded to Class 2 felony with up to 7 years in prison. For more detail on Illinois Felonies, see the links below.
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Aggravated Battery Aggravated Assault Disorderly Conduct
Yes, it is possible to charge someone with aggravated battery without committing simple battery. Aggravated battery involves causing serious bodily harm or using a deadly weapon, while simple battery usually refers to intentionally causing physical harm or unwanted physical contact. Aggravated battery typically involves more severe circumstances that elevate the charge from simple battery.
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Aggravated Battery is generally a low class felony, high class misdemeanor. In most states it's a First Degree Misdemeanor.
It depends, but the fullest extent you could be charged with Battery to a Police Officer which is a Class 2 Felony in Illinois with a penalty of 3-7 years and/or $25k fine.
It is the same as if you actually committed the robbery yourself.
A person who is charged with aggravated battery in Louisiana could be fined up to $5000.00. They could also face prison time up to 10 years.
George Ryan abolished the death penalty.
Keep in mind that this is dependent on the jurisdiction in which we're referring to, but in general: Battery is touching someone in an offensive manner. The most common examples are punching, hitting, or kicking someone, but it can also be used for sexually motivated crimes. Hence, the crime "Sexual Battery". Aggravated Battery, in general, is "Battery with a Deadly Weapon". This may involve stabbing, shooting, or even hitting someone with your car. Some areas also use aggravated battery for "battery that causes extreme damage". So, it's possible that if you hit someone, and break their jaw or knock out several teeth, you could be charged with aggravated battery. But, as I stated up top, this is dependent on your local laws.
Corporations may be sued for failing to control, or monitor, or properly supervise, the actions of its employees, however corporate entities cannot be directly sued for a "person-on-person" offense such as aggravated battery.
Moral turpitude is a legal concept that refers to "conduct that is considered contrary to community standards of justice, honesty or good morals." Since aggravated battery also meets this description, the answer is yes.