ARIZONA ASSAULT CLASSIFICATIONS
In Arizona, there are two specific categories of assault. The first is an Arizona misdemeanor "assault," and the second is an Arizona felony "aggravated assault." Each assault crime exposes you to different levels of punishment. If you have been charged with Assault or Aggravated Assault, it is important that you consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney immediately about defending your assault charges.
Arizona Assault, Aggravated Assault Crimes Laws
Arizona Assault: A.R.S. § 13-1203:
A. A person commits assault by:
1. Intentionally, knowingly or recklessly causing any physical injury to another person; or
2. Intentionally placing another person in reasonable apprehension of imminent physical injury; or
3. Knowingly touching another person with the intent to injure, insult or provoke such person.
B. Assault committed intentionally or knowingly pursuant to subsection A, paragraph 1 is a class 1 misdemeanor. Assault committed recklessly pursuant to subsection A, paragraph 1 or assault pursuant to subsection A, paragraph 2 is a class 2 misdemeanor. Assault committed pursuant to subsection A, paragraph 3 is a class 3 misdemeanor.
Arizona Aggravated Assault: A.R.S. § 13-1204:
A. A person commits aggravated assault if the person commits assault as prescribed by section 13-1203 under any of the following circumstances:
1. If the person causes serious physical injury to another.
2. If the person uses a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument.
3. If the person commits the assault by any means of force that causes temporary but substantial disfigurement, temporary but substantial loss or impairment of any body organ or part or a fracture of any body part.
4. If the person commits the assault while the victim is bound or otherwise physically restrained or while the victim's capacity to resist is substantially impaired.
5. If the person commits the assault after entering the private home of another with the intent to commit the assault.
6. If the person is eighteen years of age or older and commits the assault on a child who is fifteen years of age or under.
(Cited in Part)
To provide an immediate assault defense to avoid a harsh sentence that go along with an assault crime conviction, Contact Phoenix Assault Crime Defense Attorney James Novak (former Arizona Prosecutor) today to discuss your drug charges and receive your Free consultation at (480) 413-1499.
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This post was intended to provide general information only and is not intended as specific legal advice. You should not rely upon this information alone, but should consult legal counsel regarding the application of the laws and regulations discussed and as applied to your specific case or circumstance.
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