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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 02/19/08
tom from Othr said:
i head butted this lad inside his house an knocked his tooth out what will the charges be ?
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On 01/31/08
nic from Othr said:
i slapped a girl across the face and the police arrested me for it it was a first offence whatkind of punishment am i looking at
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On 01/16/08
Lisa from DE said:
Beating someone with your fists is considered assult with a weapon. I know someone in your situation and as a minor he got 2.5 yrs juvinle detention. It is a sad case as so many young people feel the only way is to fight, as slow as the court system is, it is always better to fight your battles in court. Zero tolerance means just that.
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On 12/23/07
shilou from TX said:
my boyfriend just went to jail a week ago for aggrevated assault with a deadly weapon three counts how long do you think he will be in jail
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On 11/16/07
megan from CO said:
I was charged with second degree assault i want to know what is my penalty for my crime. I put vision in a friends drink to give her the runs and 3 girls drank the drink and got sick at school. what will happin to me in court
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