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In California, assaulting a senior citizen can be charged as a felony, particularly if it involves serious bodily injury or if the assault is deemed to be particularly egregious. Under California Penal Code section 368, crimes against seniors can lead to enhanced penalties. If the assault does not result in serious injury, it may be charged as a misdemeanor. Ultimately, the specific circumstances of the case will determine the charges.
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Is 3rd degree assault a felony in Colorado?
it a misdemeanor
Is a dimestic assault a felony?
typically treated as a misdemeanor, but all have the chance to be a felony.
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 buy a gun if you have an assault charge in Michigan?
Depends on whether it's a misdemeanor or felony charge. If it's a felony charge, the answer is going to be no. If it's related to a domestic violence matter, the answer will also be no, whether it's a misdemeanor or felony charge.
What is the statute of limitations on an assault case in texas?
Two years - but check for an enhancement for aggravated.
Is assault with a cooking pan a felony or misdemeanor?
Felony. ANY "armed" assault is generally charged as a felony ESPECIALLY if the weapon is capable of causing great bodily harm or death.
When does a theft crime expire in Illinois?
It depends on whether or not it is a misdemeanor crime or a felony crime. If a misdemeanor the limitation is 18 months. If a felony, it is not mentioned under the felony SOL's leading one to believe that there is possibly no SOL for felony assault.
What is a b felony misdemeanor?
A felony is not a misdemeanor, and a misdemeanor is not a felony.
Is violation of penal code 485 in California a felony or misdemeanor?
Whether PC 485 is a felony or a misdemeanor is determined by the value of the loss. Any loss exceeding $400 is a felony while any loss of $400 or less is a misdemeanor.
Can you own a handgun if you have a second degree assault?
If it's a felony, no. If it is a misdemeanor, yes. The only misdemeanor that disqualifies you from owning a handgun is domestic violence.
Is a California DUI a felony?
In California a dui is a misdemeanor until the fourth offense upon which you will be charged with a felony and mandatory prison time.
Can an aggravated assault felony be reduced to a misdemeanor and what would the sentencing be?
You can offer to cop a plea to a lesser assault charge (misdemeanor) and see what the prosecutor says. If he accepts you would get less than a year in jail.
