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Question: What is the penalty for assault and battery?
Answer: The laws are different in every state, but are basically a crime. Punishment usually depends on how serious it was, if a weapon was involved, was the victim physically injured, etc. In many states a juvenile accused of assault can (or must) be tried as an adult. Penalties include jail, prison, probation, fines, restitution, community service and counseling. The Judge considers the age of the person, their record and the seriousness of the crime.
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On 05/15/05
unknown from VA said:
my boyfriend is in jail for being jurked out of his vehicle while on drugs and he started fighting back.how long will he get in jail?
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On 05/06/05
Moe from PA said:
Now lets say a person was annoying another person who was having an bad day.and the second person turns around and tears the first person's neck up with their long fingernails casuing minor swelling. What could be person be charged for and would this story hold water in court?
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On 02/02/05
Tiffany from KS said:
I got kicked out of school for bad attendence and my mom got really mad. She tied me up to a chair and beat me. She also threatened to kill me and lock me in the basement. I filed an assault and battery against her. What could happen to her?
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On 01/21/05
John from IN said:
I'm dating a girl, who has an ex boyfriend. My girl and I have just met online, but not in real life. When I visit her I'm almost certain a physical conflict between her ex, and myself will insue, in a way I look forward to it, but don't want to make myself vulnerable to law suits, and or have criminal charges for defending myself. What is your advice for me in this situation.
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On 12/25/04
Doesnt matter from IL said:
Yes I have a question...I have a friend who took a girlfriend from me and now I wannaa beat him up. What is the worst penalty I could get for giving him a good whoopin?
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