This is a Complaint pleading for use in litigation of the title matter. Adapt this form to comply with your facts and circumstances, and with your specific state law. Not recommended for use by non-attorneys.
Physical Assault On A Child In Virginia
Category:
State:
Multi-State
Control #:
US-000298
Format:
Word;
Rich Text
Instant download
This website is not affiliated with any governmental entity
Public form
Description
Form popularity
FAQ
Examples of Virginia's Criminal Statutes of Limitations OffenseStatute Misdemeanor arson (“burning or destroying”): 1 year Felony arson: No time limit Va. Code § 19.2-8 (2024) Misdemeanor assault and battery: 1 year Felony assault and battery: No time limit Va. Code § 19.2-8 (2024) Burglary: No time limit 9 more rows •
A first offense of simple assault or battery is a Class 1 misdemeanor and carries a sentence of up to 12 months in jail and fines up to $2,500.
It's hitting a family member with a battery. Seriously (and the crime these days is normally just referred to as “assault”), it means hitting a family member.
Assault and Battery of a Family or Household Member is charged under Virginia Code §18.2-57.2. A first and second offense for domestic violence is a Class 1 Misdemeanor, punishable by up to 12 months in jail and/or a fine of up to $2,500.
CPS becomes involved only when there is a legitimate complaint that a child is a victim of abuse or neglect by the child's caretaker (parent, guardian, etc.).
Confidentiality of Reports CPS will not release identifying information about the person who made the report to the family who was reported. Usually the name of the person making the report will be made known only if a court orders it or if court testimony is involved.
Many parents wonder whether, at a certain point, their child will reach a legal age when they can decide which parent they want to live with. However, there is no statutory age that permits a child to make this choice.
By law, a CPS worker can not require that you give up the care of your child to a family member or friend. Only the Court can order this. CPS can only suggest that you find someone other than yourself to care for the child outside of the home if you can't do so safely.