In most U.S. jurisdictions, assault charges fall into two main categories: misdemeanor assault and felony (aggravated) assault. The distinction depends on factors like the severity of the incident, whether a weapon was involved, and the intent behind the action.
Sentencing Profile If prosecuted by indictment, the maximum penalty is 5 years incarceration. If prosecuted by summary conviction, the maximum penalty is 2 years less a day jail and/or a $5,000 fine (from Sept 19, 2019). These offences have no mandatory minimum penalties.
Defining Aggravated Assault Differences Between Assault, Battery, and Aggravated Assault AssaultAggravated Assault Possible Penalties Misdemeanor: Jail time: up to one year Felony: Prison time: 2 to 20 years1 more row •
Simple Assault is a Misdemeanor crime. Conviction can result in six months in a county jail, a fine of up to $1,000, or both jail time and a fine.
A deadly weapon is an object, instrument, substance, or device which is intended to be used in a way that is likely to cause death, or with which death can be easily and readily produced. A deadly weapon need not be a weapon in the traditional sense.