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Assault
Assault is an intentional, unlawful threat by word or act to do violence to the person of another, coupled with an apparent ability to do so, and acts that indicate violence is imminent.
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What You Need to Know:
- You do not even have to touch someone to be convicted of an assault.
- Simple assault is a second-degree misdemeanor punishable by up to 60 days in the county jail and fines of up to $500.
- Aggravated assault is when the threatening gesture or statement involves a deadly weapon or the intent to commit a felony.
- Aggravated assault is a third-degree felony punishable by a maximum of five years in prison and fines up to $5,000.